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BP (NYSE: BP) reports 15,709,254,228 total voting rights and share mix

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BP reports that as at 31 July 2026 its issued share capital comprised 15,704,171,728 ordinary shares with a par value of US$0.25 per share, each carrying one vote, and 12,706,252 preference shares with a par value of £1 per share, carrying two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held.

The company holds 782,141,266 ordinary shares in treasury, which are excluded from dividends and voting. On this basis, the total number of voting rights in BP is 15,709,254,228. Shareholders may use these figures to assess whether they must notify interests or changes under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

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Ordinary shares in issue 15,704,171,728 shares Issued ordinary share capital as at 31 July 2026, excluding treasury shares
Preference shares in issue 12,706,252 shares Preference share capital as at 31 July 2026
Treasury ordinary shares 782,141,266 shares Ordinary shares held in treasury by BP, excluded from voting and dividends
Total voting rights 15,709,254,228 voting rights Total number of voting rights in BP as at 31 July 2026
Par value of ordinary shares US$0.25 per share Nominal value of each ordinary share
Par value of preference shares £1 per share Nominal value of each preference share
treasury shares financial
"The number of ordinary shares held in treasury by BP p. is 782,141,266."
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.
voting rights financial
"The total number of voting rights in BP p. is 15,709,254,228."
Voting rights are the ability of shareholders to have a say in important company decisions, like choosing leaders or approving big changes. They matter because they give owners a voice in how the company is run, similar to how voters influence elections, ensuring the company acts in shareholders’ interests.
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.
nominal capital financial
"preference shares par value £1 per share with two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held."

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FAQ

What is BP’s total number of voting rights as of 31 July 2026?

As of 31 July 2026, BP reports a total of 15,709,254,228 voting rights. This figure reflects voting rights from ordinary and preference shares, excluding treasury shares, and is relevant for regulatory disclosure thresholds.

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

BP has 15,704,171,728 ordinary shares in issued share capital, excluding treasury holdings, and 782,141,266 ordinary shares held in treasury. Treasury shares do not carry voting or dividend rights when calculating shareholder positions.

How many preference shares are included in BP’s share capital and what are their voting rights?

BP’s share capital includes 12,706,252 preference shares with a par value of £1 each. These preference shares carry two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held, contributing to the overall voting rights figure.

What is the par value of BP’s ordinary and preference shares?

BP’s ordinary shares have a par value of US$0.25 per share, while its preference shares have a par value of £1 per share. These par values are nominal and differ from any market trading prices.

Why has BP (BP) provided an update on total voting rights and share capital?

BP provides this update so shareholders can use the current voting rights and share counts to determine whether they must notify their interests or changes under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules (DGTRs).

How do BP’s treasury shares affect shareholder voting and dividends?

BP holds 782,141,266 ordinary shares in treasury. These treasury shares are excluded when calculating dividend entitlements and do not carry voting rights at shareholder meetings, so they do not influence control calculations.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
 
Form 6-K
 
 
Report of Foreign Issuer
 
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
03 August, 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
reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
 
 
Form 20-F |X| Form 40-F
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information
contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the
Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of
1934.
 
 
 
Yes No |X|
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Exhibit 1.1
Total Voting Rights dated 03 August 2026
 
 

Exhibit 1.1
 
BP p.l.c.
Total voting rights and share capital
 
As at 31 July 2026, the issued share capital of BP p.l.c. comprised 15,704,171,728 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 782,141,266. 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 15,709,254,228. 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: 03 August 2026
 
 
 
/s/ Ben J. S. Mathews
 
 
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Ben J. S. Mathews
 
 
Company Secretary