BP updates total voting rights and share capital

BP p.l.c. reports its updated total voting rights and share capital as at 31 May 2026.

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BP p.l.c. reports its updated total voting rights and share capital as at 31 May 2026. The company has 15,707,582,404 total voting rights, based on 15,702,499,904 ordinary shares of US$0.25 par value and 12,706,252 preference shares of £1 par value. BP holds 783,813,090 ordinary shares in treasury, which do not carry dividend or voting rights. Shareholders can use these figures to assess whether they must notify holdings under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Key Figures

Total voting rights: 15,707,582,404 voting rights Ordinary shares in issue: 15,702,499,904 shares Preference shares in issue: 12,706,252 shares +2 more

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Total voting rights 15,707,582,404 voting rights As at 31 May 2026

Ordinary shares in issue 15,702,499,904 shares Ordinary shares, par value US$0.25, each with one vote

Preference shares in issue 12,706,252 shares Preference shares, par value £1, two votes per £5 nominal

Treasury shares 783,813,090 ordinary shares Held in treasury; excluded from dividends and voting

Ordinary share par value US$0.25 per share Par value of each ordinary share

Key Terms

treasury shares, total voting rights, par value, preference shares, +1 more

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treasury shares financial

"The number of ordinary shares held in treasury by BP p. is 783,813,090."

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 15,707,582,404."

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.

par value financial

"15,702,499,904 shares ... par value US$0.25 per share ... and 12,706,252 preference shares par value £1 per share"

Par value is the fixed amount printed on a bond or stock that represents its original value when issued. It’s like the face value of a coin or bill—what the issuer promises to pay back or the starting price of a stock—though it often doesn’t change with market prices. It matters because it helps determine certain financial details, like how much the company will pay back at maturity.

preference shares financial

"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.

FAQ

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What total voting rights does BP (BP) report as of 31 May 2026?

BP reports a total of 15,707,582,404 voting rights as of 31 May 2026. This figure combines voting rights from ordinary and preference shares and is used for disclosure threshold calculations under FCA transparency rules.

How many ordinary shares does BP (BP) have in issue and what is their par value?

BP has 15,702,499,904 ordinary shares in issue, each with a US$0.25 par value and one vote per share. Treasury shares are excluded from this issued share capital figure for voting and dividend purposes.

How many preference shares does BP (BP) have and what voting rights do they carry?

BP has 12,706,252 preference shares with a £1 par value each. These carry two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held, giving them a different voting structure from ordinary shares.

What are BP (BP) treasury shares and how many are currently held?

BP holds 783,813,090 ordinary shares in treasury. These treasury shares are excluded when calculating dividends and do not confer voting rights at shareholder meetings, so they do not count toward total voting rights.

Why does BP (BP) publish total voting rights and share capital information?

BP publishes total voting rights and share capital so shareholders can determine if they must notify interests or changes in holdings under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, helping maintain regulatory transparency in significant shareholdings.

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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

01 June, 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 01 June 2026

Exhibit 1.1

BP p.l.c.

Total voting rights and share capital

As at 31 May 2026, the issued share capital of BP p.l.c. comprised 15,702,499,904 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 783,813,090. 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 15,707,582,404. 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: 01 June 2026

/s/ Ben J. S. Mathews

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Ben J. S. Mathews

Company Secretary