PPC share price chart
About PPC
PPC is one of Southern Africa's largest cement producers, with plants in South Africa and Zimbabwe. It has been restructuring after selling operations in Rwanda and the DRC.
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| JSE code | JSE: PPC |
| Sector | Cement & construction materials |
| Currency | Rand (the JSE quotes shares in cents: 12,345c = R123.45) |
| Trading hours | 09:00–16:50 SAST continuous trading, then a closing auction to about 17:00, Monday to Friday |
What moves the PPC share price?
- Cement volumes and pricing in SA.
- Infrastructure spending.
- Cheap imports and competition.
- Zimbabwe currency and cash remittances.
How to buy PPC shares in South Africa
You can buy JSE shares through any stockbroker or investing app, including bank share-trading platforms and low-cost apps. You can also hold them in a tax-free savings account (TFSA) if your provider allows direct shares. Check brokerage, the minimum order and annual custody fees, and remember that share prices can fall as well as rise. Dividends from SA companies are subject to 20% dividends withholding tax.
Frequently asked questions
What is the PPC share price today?
The delayed price in rand is shown at the top of this page, updated every 15 minutes during JSE trading hours (09:00–17:00 SAST on weekdays).
What is PPC's JSE code?
PPC trades on the JSE under the code PPC, often written "JSE: PPC" or "PPC:SJ".
Why is the PPC price shown in cents?
The JSE quotes share prices in South African cents (ZAc). Divide by 100 to get rand.