Key Points
- Neal Froneman sees $6 million increase in Sibanye-Stillwater stake as shares surge this year.
- Sibanye-Stillwater rises 221 percent in 2025, boosting its market value to over $7.5 billion.
- Strong platinum and palladium performance drives renewed investor confidence in South Africa’s mining sector.
South African mining tycoon Neal Froneman has seen a significant rise in the value of his holdings in Sibanye-Stillwater, the Johannesburg-based precious metals producer. The company is known for its platinum, palladium, and gold operations.
Froneman owns 3,384,904 shares in Sibanye-Stillwater, where he previously served as chief executive. This year, his stake has jumped by R112.41 million ($6.54 million), rising from R50.71 million ($2.95 million) to R163.12 million ($9.48 million).
Shares Surge 221 Percent in 2025
Sibanye-Stillwater has strengthened its global mining position. It is the world’s largest primary platinum producer, the second-largest palladium producer, and the third-largest gold producer.
The company’s shares have climbed more than 221 percent this year, moving from R14.98 ($0.87) on January 1 to R48.19 ($2.80). This rally pushed Sibanye-Stillwater’s market value past $7.5 billion, solidifying its place among Africa’s leading mining firms.
Recovery Driven by Precious Metals Performance
After months of operational difficulties and volatile commodity prices, the share surge reflects renewed market confidence in Sibanye-Stillwater.
Rising platinum and palladium prices have boosted investor sentiment, while gold continues to attract interest amid global economic uncertainty.
Froneman’s increasing stake value highlights not only the company’s recovery but also renewed optimism in South Africa’s mining sector, which remains a key driver of the national economy despite fluctuations in precious metal markets.
