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Shell plc (SHEL) announces its total voting rights and capital as at 31 March 2026. Capital consists of 5,638,556,417 ordinary shares of €0.07 each and the company holds no shares in treasury.
The figure may be used as the denominator for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules notifications and includes shares bought under the buy-back programme but not yet cancelled.
Reported 430,308 shares repurchased for cancellation under ongoing programme.
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Key Terms
disclosure guidance and transparency rules, ordinary shares, treasury, denominator, +2 more
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disclosure guidance and transparency rulesregulatory
"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.
ordinary sharesfinancial
"Shell plc's capital as at March 31, 2026, consists of 5,638,556,417 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.
treasuryfinancial
"Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury."
The treasury is the department or area within a government or organization responsible for managing its money, finances, and financial strategies. It handles tasks like collecting revenue, paying bills, and planning for future financial needs, much like a household manages its budget. For investors, understanding the treasury is important because it influences interest rates, government spending, and overall economic stability.
denominatorfinancial
"The figure, 5,638,556,417, may be used by shareholders as the denominator..."
The denominator is the number on the bottom of a fraction that shows the total population or base used to calculate a rate, percentage or ratio — for example, the total shares outstanding when calculating earnings per share, or all trial participants when reporting a safety rate. It matters to investors because changing the denominator (by issuing more shares, changing the population measured, or narrowing the base) can make percentages and per‑unit figures look better or worse even if the underlying raw numbers stay the same, much like changing the size of a pizza makes each slice appear larger or smaller.
share buy-back programmefinancial
"includes shares purchased by Shell plc as part of its share buy-back programme..."
A share buy-back programme is when a company purchases its own shares from the market. This reduces the total number of shares available, which can increase the value of remaining shares and signal confidence in the company's future. For investors, it can be a sign that the company believes its stock is undervalued and may lead to higher share prices.
fcaregulatory
"they will determine if they are required to notify their interest ... under the FCA's..."
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.
In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, we hereby notify the market of the following:
Shell plc's capital as at March 31, 2026, consists of 5,638,556,417 ordinary shares of €0.07 each. Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury.
The figure, 5,638,556,417, 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.
Enquiries
Shell Media Relations International +44 (0)207 934 5550; U.S. and Canada: Contact form
FAQ
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How many ordinary shares does Shell plc (SHEL) have outstanding on March 31, 2026?
Shell plc has 5,638,556,417 ordinary shares outstanding as at March 31, 2026. According to the company, this figure is the denominator shareholders should use to assess notification thresholds under FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Does the share count for SHEL on March 31, 2026 include shares bought under the buyback programme?
Yes — the share count includes shares purchased under the buy-back programme but not yet cancelled. According to the company, these purchased-but-uncancelled shares are part of the total used for FCA notification calculations.
Does Shell plc (SHEL) hold any treasury shares as of March 31, 2026?
No — Shell plc holds no shares in treasury as at March 31, 2026. According to the company, the reported capital figure therefore represents outstanding ordinary shares without treasury reductions.
How should shareholders use the 5,638,556,417 figure for FCA notification of interests in SHEL?
Shareholders should use 5,638,556,417 as the denominator to determine whether they must notify interests or changes under FCA rules. According to the company, this is the official figure for Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules calculations.
Where can investors get further enquiries about Shell plc (SHEL) voting rights information dated March 31, 2026?
Investors can contact Shell Media Relations via the listed UK phone number or the US/Canada contact form. According to the company, these channels provide enquiries for the March 31, 2026 voting rights notice.
