Does the reported SHEL share count include shares bought under the buyback programme?

Yes, the figure includes shares purchased under Shell's buyback programme that have not yet been cancelled. According to the company, those purchased-but-not-cancelled shares remain in the total count.

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Q: What is the total number of Shell (SHEL) ordinary shares as of April 30, 2026?

The total is 5,607,066,071 ordinary shares as at April 30, 2026. According to the company, this figure is the denominator investors should use for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules threshold calculations.

Q: Does Shell (SHEL) hold any treasury shares on April 30, 2026?

No, Shell holds no shares in treasury as of April 30, 2026. According to the company, all outstanding ordinary shares are included in the reported total for disclosure purposes.

Q: Can shareholders use the 5,607,066,071 figure to calculate notification thresholds for SHEL?

Yes. Shareholders may use 5,607,066,071 as the denominator to determine if notification under FCA DTR rules is required. According to the company, this is the official figure for that calculation.

Q: Under which rule did Shell (SHEL) make the April 30, 2026 voting rights announcement?

Shell made the announcement pursuant to Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1. According to the company, this ensures the market and shareholders have the denominators needed for FCA notification calculations.

Shell (SHEL) notifies that its total voting rights and share capital as at 30 April 2026 comprise 5,607,066,071 ordinary shares of €0.07 each.

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Rhea-AI Summary

Shell (SHEL) notifies that its total voting rights and share capital as at 30 April 2026 comprise 5,607,066,071 ordinary shares of €0.07 each. Shell holds no treasury shares. Shareholders may use 5,607,066,071 as the denominator for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules calculations. The figure includes shares bought under the buyback programme but not yet cancelled and is provided pursuant to DTR 5.6.1.

Argus Apr 30 session

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News Market Reaction – SHEL

On Apr 30, the day this news came out, SHEL closed 1.98% above the previous close.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Apr 30 session.

Key Figures

Issued share capital: 5,607,066,071 shares Nominal value per share: €0.07 Treasury shares: 0 shares +1 more

Issued share capital: 5,607,066,071 shares; Shell plc ordinary shares as at April 30, 2026
Nominal value per share: €0.07; Par value of each ordinary share
Treasury shares: 0 shares; Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury
Denominator for FCA notifications: 5,607,066,071 shares; Figure for Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule calculations

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Apr 29

5 events

Apr 29
Share buy-back

24h Move

+1.5%

Daily disclosure of 1,404,019 shares repurchased and cancelled under buy-back.
Apr 28
Share buy-back

24h Move

+0.8%

Update on 1,382,321 shares bought and cancelled across multiple venues.
Apr 27
Acquisition announcement

24h Move

-2.5%

Agreement to acquire ARC Resources, adding production and reserves via cash and shares.
Apr 24
Share buy-back

24h Move

-0.2%

Disclosure of 1,449,248 shares repurchased for cancellation under existing programme.
Apr 23
Share buy-back

24h Move

-0.3%

Report of 1,316,305 shares bought for cancellation with venue-level VWAPs.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

ordinary shares, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, FCA, share buy-back programme

4 terms

ordinary shares financial

"Shell plc's capital as at April 30, 2026, consists of 5,607,066,071 ordinary shares"

Ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company, giving shareholders a right to participate in the company’s profits and decision-making through voting. They are similar to owning a piece of a business, and their value can rise or fall based on the company's performance. Investors buy ordinary shares to potentially earn dividends and benefit from the company's growth over time.

Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules regulatory

"In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, we hereby notify"

Disclosure guidance and transparency rules are the standards and regulations that require companies to share clear, timely information about their finances, risks, operations and material events. They matter to investors because consistent, honest reporting is like a car’s dashboard — it reveals the data you need to judge safety and performance and make informed buying or selling decisions. Strong disclosure reduces surprises and helps keep markets fair and efficient.

FCA regulatory

"they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in ... under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance"

The FCA is the United Kingdom's financial regulator that oversees banks, brokerages, investment firms and markets to make sure they act fairly, transparently and safely. For investors it matters because the FCA sets rules, enforces protections and can impose penalties or bans that influence market behavior and company reputations—think of it as a referee whose decisions can affect the value and trustworthiness of financial products and firms.

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04/30/2026 - 11:23 AM EDT

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In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, we hereby notify the market of the following:

Shell plc's capital as at April 30, 2026, consists of 5,607,066,071 ordinary shares of €0.07 each. Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury.

The figure, 5,607,066,071, may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculation by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, Shell plc under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Note: This announcement is made pursuant to Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1 and as such, the above figure includes shares purchased by Shell plc as part of its share buy-back programme but not yet cancelled.

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What is the total number of Shell (SHEL) ordinary shares as of April 30, 2026?

The total is 5,607,066,071 ordinary shares as at April 30, 2026. According to the company, this figure is the denominator investors should use for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules threshold calculations.

Does Shell (SHEL) hold any treasury shares on April 30, 2026?

No, Shell holds no shares in treasury as of April 30, 2026. According to the company, all outstanding ordinary shares are included in the reported total for disclosure purposes.

Can shareholders use the 5,607,066,071 figure to calculate notification thresholds for SHEL?

Yes. Shareholders may use 5,607,066,071 as the denominator to determine if notification under FCA DTR rules is required. According to the company, this is the official figure for that calculation.

Under which rule did Shell (SHEL) make the April 30, 2026 voting rights announcement?

Shell made the announcement pursuant to Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1. According to the company, this ensures the market and shareholders have the denominators needed for FCA notification calculations.

Voting Rights and Capital