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Optasia Ltd. JSE: OPA

R14.22 ▼ -0.14 (-0.97%) Prices delayed 15 min · Last updated: 2026-07-21 17:05:00

Open

14.35

Prev close

14.36

Day range

14.10 - 14.65

Volume

2 515 111

52-wk range

14.10 – 15.63

Market cap

17.74bn

P/E Ratio

23.76

EPS (ZARc)

60.43

Dividend Yield

–%

DPS (ZARc)

n/a

Price performance

Intraday — 7D — 1M — 3M — 6M — 1Y — 3Y — 5Y — YTD —

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Analyst consensus

Key statistics

Market cap17.74bn

EPS60.43

P/E ratio23.76

Div. yield–%

DPSn/a

Issued shares1.24bn

52-week range

R 14.10 R 15.63

R14.22

Price overview

Open14.35

Previous close14.36

Day range14.10 - 14.65

Volume2 515 111

52-week range14.10 – 15.63

Change▼ -0.14 (-0.97%)

P/E ratio23.76

EPS60.43

Dividendn/a

Dividend yield–%

Important dates

No upcoming dates.

Financial results

No financial data available.

Latest SENS announcements

No recent announcements.

Peer comparison

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Today's Verdict

Today's verdict: Optasia Ltd. shares are trading with a steady tone today, and the charts plus the historical graph suggest a constructive long-term growth profile rather than a sharp reversal. With a price forecast anchored near the price today in rands at R14.33, the key question for investors is buy or sell, especially as preference shares, dividend payout expectations, and the current cost of entry shape the setup. For those checking how to buy, the share code OPA is available for sale on the JSE, and the process is handled online through a regulated trading account. The current data backdrop supports a measured trading approach, with the latest graph and prediction signals leaning on liquidity, valuation, and execution discipline rather than aggressive speculation.

Live Share Data

Label	Value
Data as of	2026-07-21 10:04:45
Share Name & Ticker	Optasia Ltd. (OPA)
Exchange	JSE (Johannesburg Stock Exchange)
Sector & Industry	Technology / FinTech
Current Price	14.33
Market Capitalization	17.74bn
P/E Ratio	23.76
Dividend Yield	–
Trading Volume (Live Data)	247 284
Recent Price Change	-0.21

Optasia Ltd. Key Highlights

Label	Value
Current Price	14.33, reflecting a -0.21 move from the previous close
Market Cap	17.74bn, indicating a large market presence
P/E Ratio	23.76, suggesting fair valuation
Dividend Yield	–, limiting income appeal
Volatility	moderate, supported by active trading in 247 284 shares

Optasia Ltd. Limited Forecast Insights

The near-term setup looks neutral to mildly cautious. A current price of 14.33 with a -0.21 move and solid turnover of 247 284 shares suggests the market is still engaged, but the lack of dividend yield means the trade is more valuation and momentum driven than income led.

Bullish traction would likely need sustained buying above recent trading ranges, while weakness could extend if volume fades and sellers keep pressure on the price. For now, the technical read points to a watching brief rather than an aggressive forecast.

FAQ on Optasia Ltd. Shares

Q1: What are Optasia Ltd. shares?
Answer: Optasia Ltd. shares represent ownership in the JSE-listed company OPA. At today’s price of 14.33, the market values the share at a 17.74bn market capitalization, with a P/E ratio of 23.76 and no listed dividend yield.

Q2: How can I buy Optasia Ltd. shares?
Answer: You can buy OPA shares through a JSE-approved online trading account. After opening and funding the account, search for Optasia Ltd. using the ticker OPA. The current price is 14.33, so use that price per share when planning your trade.

Q3: What affects the price of Optasia Ltd. shares?
Answer: The share price is mainly influenced by the current valuation, the 23.76 P/E ratio, live trading volume of 247 284 shares, and the recent -0.21 price change. Sector sentiment and JSE market conditions also matter for short-term trade direction.

Q4: Does Optasia Ltd. pay dividends?
Answer: Based on the live data provided, the dividend yield is shown as –, which means no dividend yield is currently listed. Investors focused on income should note that the price today reflects valuation and trading interest more than payout support.

Q5: How can I track my Optasia Ltd. shares and dividends?
Answer: Track OPA through your trading account dashboard and monitor the JSE quote stream for the latest price today, volume, and price change. Since the dividend yield is –, dividend tracking is currently limited to confirming whether any future payout is announced.

Q6: What factors are affecting the Optasia Ltd. share price?
Answer: The current price of 14.33, market cap of 17.74bn, and P/E ratio of 23.76 are the main live markers. A trading volume of 247 284 shares shows active interest, while the -0.21 move signals mild short-term pressure.

Q7: Is Optasia Ltd. a good share to buy?
Answer: It depends on your goal. At 14.33 per share and a P/E of 23.76, OPA looks like a fair-valued JSE listing rather than a deep-value buy. The lack of dividend yield may reduce appeal for income buyers.

Q8: Is it advisable to buy Optasia Ltd. shares today?
Answer: Today’s price of 14.33 and the -0.21 change suggest a cautious entry is sensible. If you want exposure to a 17.74bn JSE company with moderate trading activity, the share may suit traders more than dividend seekers.

Q9: How much does one Optasia Ltd. share cost?
Answer: One Optasia Ltd. share costs 14.33 in the latest live data. That price per share comes with a recent -0.21 move, a 23.76 P/E ratio, and trading volume of 247 284 shares on the JSE.

Q10: How to sell Optasia Ltd. shares?
Answer: To sell OPA shares, log in to your trading account, select Optasia Ltd., and place a sell order at or near the current price of 14.33. The live volume of 247 284 shares suggests there is active market liquidity for execution.

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Optasia Ltd. Actionable Financial Advice

Given Optasia Ltd.'s current performance, investors should HOLD the shares if prices move ABOVE the identified key levels. Monitor macroeconomic developments and sector conditions to refine your strategy.

Background of Optasia

Optasia began in 2012 as Channel VAS, founded by Bassim Haidar. Its first services gave prepaid mobile users airtime on credit through mobile network operators.

Digital credit became part of the company’s business through partnerships with banks, mobile wallet providers, and other financial platforms. The Optasia name came into use in 2022. Four years after the rebrand, the registered company name was updated to Optasia Limited.

Optasia made its JSE debut on 4 November 2025, with its shares trading under OPA in the Main Board’s Prime Segment. It is incorporated in the British Virgin Islands, with its head office in Dubai.

Optasia provides the technology used to score applicants, make credit decisions, release funds, and collect repayments. Its two main service lines are Micro Financing Solutions and Airtime Credit Solutions.

Telecommunications, finance, and digital services are at the centre of Optasia’s partner network. In 2025, the company was present in 38 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

Optasia Shares Growth Driver

Revenue grew at a much quicker pace during 2025, reaching US$265.4 million by year-end. Optasia also recorded profit of US$43.1 million. On a normalised basis, net income came to US$57.8 million, an increase of 57%.

Micro Financing Solutions produced most of the increase. Revenue from this division rose 149% and accounted for 63% of group revenue, overtaking Airtime Credit Solutions. Airtime Credit Solutions revenue rose 17.4%.

Service users increased 43% to 432 million during the year. The value distributed through Optasia’s services rose 44% to US$5.5 billion. Eight new deployments were launched, including microfinance services in Cameroon, Ghana and Congo-Brazzaville, and airtime credit services in Liberia, Eswatini, and Malaysia.

Borrowings reached US$106.8 million by the end of the 2025 financial year. Optasia’s net debt ratio was still low at 0.11 times adjusted EBITDA. The credit picture weakened slightly, with defaults increasing by 30 basis points.

Funding needs, credit losses, currency changes, and partner performance can affect future results.

Optasia generated US$114.5 million in adjusted EBITDA, representing growth of 52%. Its adjusted EBITDA margin narrowed by 6.5 percentage points to 43.2%. Cash generation also improved, with adjusted free cash flow reaching US$44.9 million, 41% above the prior figure.

The group’s take rate, which measures revenue as a share of distributed value, increased from 4.0% to 4.8%.

The number of issued ordinary shares was 1.235 billion following the listing. Headline and basic earnings per share were 3.38 US cents for 2025, compared with 3.09 US cents for 2024 after the split.

Optasia Group Investor Tip

Optasia shares have traded on the JSE since November 2025. The listing raised about US$75 million for the company through the issue of new shares. Other shares sold during the offer belonged to existing shareholders, meaning those sale proceeds did not go to Optasia.

The 2025 financial year closed without a final dividend. Optasia has also said that shareholders will not receive a dividend during 2026. Payments are only expected to start in 2027, with 20% of headline earnings per share from the 2026 results used for the first calculation.

Investors should note that Optasia does not lend only from its own balance sheet. Financial partners fund parts of the credit distributed through the platform, while Optasia may provide guarantees, liquidity support, or direct funding under some arrangements.

Revenue comes from numerous countries, although Ghana, Uganda, Nigeria, and South Africa accounted for sizeable portions in 2025. Regulation, service interruptions, credit defaults, data security, foreign exchange rates, and access to funding are relevant share risks.