ZAforexStandard Bank share price chart
About Standard Bank
Standard Bank Group is Africa's largest bank by assets, operating in 20 African countries. China's ICBC owns a significant minority stake. It also owns a controlling stake in Liberty Holdings.
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| JSE code | JSE: SBK |
| Sector | Banking |
| 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 Standard Bank share price?
- Earnings from Africa Regions, including Nigeria and Angola currency moves.
- SA interest rates and credit quality.
- Corporate and investment banking activity.
- Dividend payout and capital levels.
How to buy Standard Bank 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 Standard Bank 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 Standard Bank's JSE code?
Standard Bank trades on the JSE under the code SBK, often written "JSE: SBK" or "SBK:SJ".
Why is the Standard Bank price shown in cents?
The JSE quotes share prices in South African cents (ZAc). Divide by 100 to get rand.