Voting Rights and Capital

Rhea-AI Summary

Shell plc (SHEL) notifies the market of its total voting rights and capital as at 30 January 2026. The company has 5,687,196,643 ordinary shares of €0.07 each and holds no shares in treasury. This figure may be used as the denominator for FCA DGTR notification calculations.

It includes shares bought under the buy-back programme that are not yet cancelled and is provided pursuant to Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1.

News Market Reaction – SHEL

-0.57%

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-0.57% News Effect

On the day this news was published, SHEL declined 0.57%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Ordinary shares outstanding: 5,687,196,643 shares Par value per share: €0.07

2 metrics

Ordinary shares outstanding 5,687,196,643 shares Shell plc capital as at January 30, 2026

Par value per share €0.07 Nominal value of each ordinary share

Market Reality Check

Price: $92.16 Vol: Volume 10,108,674 is 1.72...

high vol

$92.16 Last Close

Volume Volume 10,108,674 is 1.72x the 20-day average of 5,882,906, indicating elevated trading activity before this disclosure. high

Technical Price at 77.47 is trading above the 200-day MA of 71.45, reflecting a pre-existing upward trend.

Peers on Argus

SHEL rose 2.22% while key peers were mixed: CVX -0.85%, TTE -1.44%, BP -1.53%, P...

SHEL rose 2.22% while key peers were mixed: CVX -0.85%, TTE -1.44%, BP -1.53%, PBR -1.77%, XOM +0.14%, pointing to stock-specific strength rather than a broad sector move.

Common Catalyst Several peers reported results or strategic news (e.g., ExxonMobil 2025 results, Chevron Q4 2025 results, TotalEnergies’ Namibia commitment), suggesting an active news day across integrated oils, but SHEL’s announcement focuses on voting rights and share capital disclosure.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 28 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 28	Share buy-back detail	Positive	+0.5%	Disclosure of 1,080,959 shares purchased and cancelled under buy-back programme.
Jan 26	Share buy-back detail	Positive	-0.7%	Announcement of 1,313,901 shares purchased for cancellation across LSE and XAMS.
Jan 23	Share buy-back detail	Positive	+1.8%	Update on purchases for cancellation on 23 January 2026 under buy-back.
Jan 22	Share buy-back detail	Positive	-1.9%	Disclosure of 1,547,847 shares bought for cancellation across venues.
Jan 21	Share buy-back detail	Positive	+1.0%	Report of 1,320,967 shares repurchased for cancellation under existing programme.

Pattern Detected

Recent news flow has been dominated by buy-back transaction disclosures, with mixed short-term price reactions but a slight skew toward positive moves following such updates.

Recent Company History

Over the last weeks, Shell’s disclosures have centered on its share buy-back programme, with multiple “Transaction in Own Shares” notices detailing daily repurchases across LSE and Euronext Amsterdam. Reported volumes ranged from hundreds of thousands to over 1.5 million shares per day, all for cancellation under previously announced programmes. Price reactions over the following 24 hours varied between about -1.9% and +1.8%. Today’s update on total voting rights and issued share capital complements these prior buy-back reports by clarifying the current share count used for transparency and notification thresholds.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement formalized Shell’s share capital position, stating that as of 30 January 2026 the ...

Analysis

This announcement formalized Shell’s share capital position, stating that as of 30 January 2026 the company had 5,687,196,643 ordinary shares of €0.07 each in issue and held no shares in treasury. The figure is important as the denominator for FCA transparency thresholds and already incorporates shares bought back but not yet cancelled. In the context of recent buy-back disclosures, this filing helps investors track voting power and capital structure more precisely.

Key Terms

disclosure guidance and transparency rules, treasury, share buy-back programme, fca

4 terms

disclosure guidance and transparency rules regulatory

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

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.

treasury financial

"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.

share buy-back programme financial

"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.

fca regulatory

"...under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules."

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.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

Total Voting Rights

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

Shell plc's capital as at January 30, 2026, consists of 5,687,196,643 ordinary shares of €0.07 each. Shell plc holds no shares in Treasury.

The figure, 5,687,196,643, 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

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FAQ

What is Shell plc's total number of ordinary shares as at January 30, 2026 (SHEL)?

Shell plc has 5,687,196,643 ordinary shares outstanding as at 30 January 2026. According to Shell plc, that count is the official denominator investors should use for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules notification calculations.

Does the Shell plc share count for SHEL include treasury shares or buy‑back holdings?

The reported share count includes shares purchased under the buy‑back programme that are not yet cancelled but excludes treasury shares. According to Shell plc, the company currently holds no shares in treasury as at 30 January 2026.

How should shareholders use the 5,687,196,643 figure for FCA notification (SHEL)?

Shareholders should use 5,687,196,643 as the denominator when assessing notification thresholds under FCA DGTR. According to Shell plc, that number determines whether investors must notify changes to their interest in the company.

Under which rule was Shell plc's January 30, 2026 voting rights notice made (SHEL)?

The notice was made pursuant to Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1 on voting rights. According to Shell plc, the announcement fulfils the company's obligation to notify the market of its total voting rights and capital.