BP updates total voting rights and share capital

BP p.l.c. reported its total voting rights and share capital as at 30 April 2026.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BP p.l.c. reported its total voting rights and share capital as at 30 April 2026. The issued share capital comprised 15,702,101,757 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. BP p.l.c. held 784,211,237 ordinary shares in treasury, which do not carry dividend or voting rights. The total number of voting rights in BP p.l.c. was 15,707,184,257, a figure shareholders may use to assess whether they must notify interests under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Key Figures

Ordinary shares issued: 15,702,101,757 shares Preference shares issued: 12,706,252 shares Ordinary share par value: US$0.25 per share +3 more

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Ordinary shares issued 15,702,101,757 shares Ordinary shares in issue as at 30 April 2026

Preference shares issued 12,706,252 shares Preference shares in issue as at 30 April 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 ordinary shares 784,211,237 shares Ordinary shares held in treasury by BP p.l.c.

Total voting rights 15,707,184,257 Total number of voting rights in BP p.l.c.

Key Terms

total voting rights, treasury shares, preference shares, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, +1 more

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total voting rights financial

"The total number of voting rights in BP p. is 15,707,184,257."

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.

treasury shares financial

"The number of ordinary shares held in treasury by BP p. is 784,211,237."

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.

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.

DGTR 5.6 regulatory

"This announcement is made in accordance with the requirements of DGTR 5.6."

FAQ

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What total voting rights did BP (BP) report as of 30 April 2026?

BP p.l.c. reported a total of 15,707,184,257 voting rights as of 30 April 2026. This figure combines voting rights from ordinary and preference shares and is used for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules calculations by shareholders.

How many ordinary shares did BP (BP) have in issue on 30 April 2026?

As of 30 April 2026, BP p.l.c. had 15,702,101,757 ordinary shares in issue, each with a par value of US$0.25 and carrying one vote per share, excluding shares held in treasury by the company.

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

BP p.l.c.’s issued share capital included 12,706,252 preference shares with a par value of £1 per share. These preference shares carry two votes for every £5 in nominal capital held, giving them different voting mechanics than ordinary shares.

How many BP (BP) ordinary shares are held in treasury and do they have voting rights?

BP p.l.c. held 784,211,237 ordinary shares in treasury. These treasury shares are excluded from dividend payments and do not carry voting rights at shareholder meetings, so they are not counted in total voting rights.

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

BP p.l.c. publishes total voting rights and share capital so shareholders can calculate their percentage holdings. This helps determine whether they must notify interests or changes under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules (DGTRs).

Which regulatory framework does BP’s (BP) voting rights disclosure relate to?

The disclosure is made in accordance with DGTR 5.6 under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. It provides data shareholders may use when deciding if they must notify their interests in BP p.l.c.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 05/01/2026 - 08:55 AM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

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 May, 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 May 2026

Exhibit 1.1

BP p.l.c.

Total voting rights and share capital

As at 30 April 2026, the issued share capital of BP p.l.c. comprised 15,702,101,757 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 784,211,237. 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 15,707,184,257. 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 May 2026

/s/ Ben J. S. Mathews

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Ben J. S. Mathews

Company Secretary