HSBC (HSBC) sets total voting rights at 17,175,239,862 shares

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HSBC Holdings plc reported its updated share capital and voting rights. As of 26 February 2026, the company had 17,175,239,862 ordinary shares of US$0.50 in issue and no shares held in treasury. This means the total number of voting rights is also 17,175,239,862. Shareholders can use this figure as the denominator when calculating whether they must notify HSBC and regulators of any interests or changes in their shareholdings under UK and Hong Kong disclosure rules.

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FORM 6-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Report of Foreign Private Issuer

Pursuant to Rule 13a - 16 or 15d - 16 of

the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the month of February

HSBC Holdings plc

8 Canada Square, London E14 5HQ, England

(Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F).

Form 20-F X       Form 40-F  

HSBC HOLDINGS PLC

27 February 2026

Voting Rights and Capital

The following notification is made in accordance with the UK Financial Conduct Authority Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1.

On 26 February 2026, the issued share capital of HSBC Holdings plc was 17,175,239,862 ordinary shares of US$0.50. No shares are held in treasury.

Therefore, the total number of voting rights in HSBC Holdings plc is 17,175,239,862. This figure for the total number of voting rights may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculations by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, HSBC Holdings plc under the Financial Conduct Authority's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules and/or under Part XV of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Ordinance. Any such notification should be sent to investorrelations@hsbc.com and shareholderquestions@hsbc.com.

Lee Davis  

Group Governance

shareholderquestions@hsbc.com

+44 (0)20 7991 8888

SIGNATURE

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.

HSBC Holdings plc

By:

Name: Angela McEntee

Title: Group Company Secretary

Date: 27 February 2026

FAQ

What total voting rights did HSBC (HSBC) report in this 6-K filing?

HSBC reported a total of 17,175,239,862 voting rights as of 26 February 2026. This equals the number of ordinary shares in issue and is the key reference figure for shareholder disclosure calculations under UK and Hong Kong rules.

How many shares are in issue for HSBC (HSBC) and what is their nominal value?

HSBC stated it had 17,175,239,862 ordinary shares in issue, each with a nominal value of US$0.50. This represents the company’s issued share capital figure for regulatory and disclosure purposes as of 26 February 2026.

Does HSBC (HSBC) hold any of its own shares in treasury according to this report?

No, HSBC confirmed that no shares are held in treasury. Because there are no treasury shares, the total number of voting rights is the same as the total number of ordinary shares in issue on that date.

Why is HSBC’s total voting rights figure important for shareholders?

The total voting rights figure is used as the denominator when shareholders calculate their percentage holdings. This helps determine whether they must notify interests or changes under the UK Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules and Hong Kong Securities and Futures Ordinance.

As of what date are HSBC’s voting rights and share capital figures stated?

HSBC’s figures are stated as of 26 February 2026. On that date, the company reported 17,175,239,862 ordinary shares in issue and the same number of voting rights, with no treasury shares held.

Which regulatory framework does this HSBC (HSBC) voting rights notice refer to?

The notice refers to the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1 and Part XV of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Ordinance, which set disclosure requirements for significant shareholdings.