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BP (NYSE: BP) corrects share count and total voting rights

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BP p.l.c. filed an amended update on its total voting rights and share capital. As at 30 June 2026, issued share capital comprised 15,702,899,365 ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares) with one vote each and 12,706,252 preference shares with two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held.

BP held 783,413,629 ordinary shares in treasury, which do not carry dividend or voting rights. The total number of voting rights in BP was 15,707,981,865. These figures support shareholder calculations under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

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Ordinary shares issued 15,702,899,365 shares As at 30 June 2026, excluding treasury shares
Preference shares 12,706,252 shares As at 30 June 2026, £1 par value
Treasury shares 783,413,629 ordinary shares Held in treasury by BP, no votes or dividends
Total voting rights 15,707,981,865 rights Total voting rights in BP as at 30 June 2026
Ordinary share par value US$0.25 per share Par value of each ordinary share
Preference share par value £1 per share Par value of each preference share
treasury shares financial
"The number of ordinary shares held in treasury by BP p. is 783,413,629."
Treasury shares are a company’s own stock that it has repurchased and keeps on its books instead of canceling or leaving in the hands of outside investors. Think of them like coupons a business puts back in a drawer: they don’t vote or receive dividends while held, but they can be reissued later for employee pay or fundraising. For investors this matters because buybacks change the number of shares that count toward earnings and ownership, can boost per‑share metrics, and use corporate cash that might otherwise go to growth or dividends.
total voting rights financial
"The total number of voting rights in BP p. is 15,707,981,865."
The total voting rights number is the count of shares that carry the right to vote at a company’s shareholder meetings, reflecting how much voting power exists in the market. Investors use it to understand control and influence—like knowing how many votes are in play when measuring ownership stakes, calculating a shareholder’s voting percentage, or assessing how easy it would be for a holder to sway decisions.
preference shares financial
"and 12,706,252 preference shares par value £1 per share with two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held."
Preference shares are a type of company stock that pays owners a fixed or regularly prioritized payout, similar to receiving steady interest from a savings account, while still representing ownership. They usually get paid dividends before regular (common) shareholders and have priority if the company distributes assets, but often carry limited voting rights and less upside if the company’s value soars. Investors care because preference shares trade off growth potential for steadier income and greater safety in payouts.
Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules regulatory
"under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules ("DGTRs")."
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.
issued share capital financial
"the issued share capital of BP p. comprised 15,702,899,365 ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares)"
Issued share capital is the total value or number of a company's shares that have been created and given to investors, employees or others; think of it as the slices of a cake that have already been cut and distributed. It matters to investors because it determines ownership percentages, potential voting power and how future share sales can dilute existing holdings, affecting share value and control.
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
 
Form 6-K/A
 
 
Report of Foreign Issuer
 
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
06 July, 2026
 
 
BP p.l.c.
(Translation of registrant's name into English)
 
 
 
1 ST JAMES'S SQUARE, LONDON, SW1Y 4PD, ENGLAND
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
 
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual
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Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of
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Exhibit 1.1
Total Voting Rights - correction dated 06 July 2026
 
Exhibit 1.1
 
The following amendment has been made to the 'Total Voting Rights' announcement released on 1 July 2026.
 
The revised announcement shows the correct Issued Share Capital excluding treasury shares (15,702,899,365) figure.  The treasury shares figure was included in the original announcement.  All other figures remain the same.
 
BP p.l.c.
Total voting rights and share capital
 
As at 30 June 2026, the issued share capital of BP p.l.c. comprised 15,702,899,365 ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares) par value US$0.25 per share, each with one vote; and 12,706,252 preference shares par value £1 per share with two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held.
 
The number of ordinary shares held in treasury by BP p.l.c. is 783,413,629. These treasury shares are not taken into consideration in relation to the payment of dividends and voting at shareholder meetings.
 
The total number of voting rights in BP p.l.c. is 15,707,981,865. This information may be used by shareholders for the calculations by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, BP p.l.c. under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules ("DGTRs"). 
 
This announcement is made in accordance with the requirements of DGTR 5.6.
 
 
SIGNATURES
 
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
 
 
 
BP p.l.c.
 
 
(Registrant)
 
 
 
Dated: 06 July 2026
 
 
 
/s/ Ben J. S. Mathews
 
 
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Ben J. S. Mathews
 
 
Company Secretary
 

FAQ

What did BP (BP) change in this amended total voting rights update?

BP corrected its issued share capital figure to exclude treasury shares, confirming 15,702,899,365 ordinary shares as at 30 June 2026. The amendment states that treasury shares were mistakenly included in the original 1 July 2026 announcement, while all other figures remain unchanged.

How many ordinary shares does BP (BP) have in issue and in treasury?

As at 30 June 2026, BP had 15,702,899,365 ordinary shares in issue excluding treasury shares. It also held 783,413,629 ordinary shares in treasury, which do not count for dividends or voting at shareholder meetings under this updated disclosure.

What is the total number of voting rights in BP (BP)?

The total number of voting rights in BP was 15,707,981,865 as at 30 June 2026. This total reflects voting rights from ordinary and preference shares and excludes treasury shares, which carry no voting or dividend rights in the company.

How are BP (BP) preference shares structured for voting purposes?

BP’s preference shares have a par value of £1 per share and carry two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held. As at 30 June 2026, there were 12,706,252 preference shares, contributing to the company’s overall total voting rights calculation.

Why is BP (BP) providing this total voting rights information?

BP states that this information may be used by shareholders to determine whether they must notify their interest, or changes in interest, under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. The announcement is made in line with DGTR 5.6 requirements.

Do BP (BP) treasury shares participate in dividends or voting?

BP clarifies that its 783,413,629 ordinary shares held in treasury are not considered for dividend payments or voting at shareholder meetings. Only non‑treasury ordinary and qualifying preference shares are counted when determining total voting rights and related shareholder calculations.