The JSE has evolved into a truly international bourse, with more than 60 companies listed on at least one other exchange internationally, and non-residents accounting for about 20 per cent of the daily turnover. Turnover on the JSE has also grown sharply over recent years, increasing from an annual turnover of R22 billion in 1992 to R1,279 trillion in 2005.
The Allshare index of the JSE reached record highs in April 2006, gaining around 18 per cent in the year to the end of April. The All-share index is currently trading at levels close to those in April, having recouped some of the losses incurred in May 2006 as a result of developments in international financial markets.