GSK (NYSE: GSK) reports 4.05 billion total voting rights as of May 2026
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6-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
GSK plc reported its total voting rights as of 31 May 2026. The company’s issued share capital consisted of 4,316,224,814 ordinary shares of 31 ¼ pence each, of which 265,968,706 were held in treasury. This leaves 4,050,256,108 voting rights currently in issue.
Shareholders can use this voting rights figure as the denominator when calculating whether they must notify the company and regulators about their shareholdings or changes in their interests under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s disclosure rules.
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Key Figures
Ordinary shares issued: 4,316,224,814 shares
Treasury shares: 265,968,706 shares
Total voting rights: 4,050,256,108
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Ordinary shares issued
4,316,224,814 shares
Issued share capital as of 31 May 2026
Treasury shares
265,968,706 shares
Held in treasury as of 31 May 2026
Total voting rights
4,050,256,108
Voting rights in issue as of 31 May 2026
Nominal value per share
31 ¼ pence
Ordinary share nominal value
Key Terms
Total Voting Rights, Treasury, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R, ordinary shares
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Total Voting Rights financial
"Total Voting Rights In conformity with the Financial Conduct Authority's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R"
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 financial
"of which 265,968,706 Ordinary Shares were held 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.
Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R regulatory
"In conformity with the Financial Conduct Authority's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R"
FAQ
What total voting rights did GSK (GSK) report as of 31 May 2026?
GSK reported a total of 4,050,256,108 voting rights as of 31 May 2026. Investors use this number as the denominator when assessing whether their holdings trigger disclosure thresholds under UK transparency rules.
Why does GSK (GSK) publish a total voting rights figure?
GSK publishes its total voting rights figure to help shareholders comply with UK Financial Conduct Authority disclosure rules. Investors must use this number to determine if they need to notify changes in their shareholdings.
Which regulatory rules apply to GSK’s (GSK) voting rights disclosure?
The disclosure follows the UK FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R. This rule requires listed companies to notify the market of their total voting rights so investors can assess their reporting obligations.