NatWest Group (NYSE: NWG) reports total voting rights of 31.9B shares
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NatWest Group plc reported its share capital and total voting rights as at 31 March 2026. The company had 7,981,657,342 ordinary shares of £1.0769 nominal value in issue (excluding treasury shares), each carrying 4 voting rights, giving 31,926,629,368 voting rights on those shares.
It also held 195,015,785 ordinary shares in treasury, which do not have exercisable voting rights. In addition, there were 240,686 11% cumulative preference shares and 242,454 5.5% cumulative preference shares, each with 4 voting rights, contributing 962,744 and 969,816 voting rights respectively. Total voting rights across all classes were 31,928,561,928.
Shareholders are invited to use this total voting rights figure when assessing whether they must notify holdings or changes under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
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Key Figures
Ordinary shares issued (excluding treasury): 7,981,657,342 shares
Voting rights per ordinary share: 4 voting rights
Voting rights from ordinary shares: 31,926,629,368 voting rights
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Ordinary shares issued (excluding treasury)
7,981,657,342 shares
As at 31 March 2026
Voting rights per ordinary share
4 voting rights
Ordinary shares of £1.0769 nominal value
Voting rights from ordinary shares
31,926,629,368 voting rights
Ordinary shares in issue as at 31 March 2026
Ordinary shares held in treasury
195,015,785 shares
Treasury position as at 31 March 2026
11% cumulative preference shares
240,686 shares
£1 nominal value, 4 voting rights each
11% preference shares voting rights
962,744 voting rights
As at 31 March 2026
5.5% cumulative preference shares
242,454 shares
£1 nominal value, 4 voting rights each
Total voting rights
31,928,561,928 voting rights
All share classes as at 31 March 2026
Key Terms
Total Voting Rights, treasury, Cumulative Preference Shares, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, +1 more
5 terms
Total Voting Rights financial
"NatWest Group plc Total Voting Rights and Capital"
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
"Ordinary Shares of £1.0769* 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 Rules regulatory
"In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules"
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.
Legal Entity Identifier regulatory
"Legal Entity Identifier: 2138005O9XJIJN4JPN90"
A legal entity identifier (LEI) is a unique, standardized code that functions like a global ID card for businesses and organizations involved in financial markets. It helps investors and regulators reliably identify who is on the other side of a deal, trace ownership and links between firms, and reduce confusion or fraud — improving transparency for reporting, risk assessment, and cross-border trades.
FAQ
What total voting rights did NatWest Group plc (NWG) report as of 31 March 2026?
NatWest Group plc reported total voting rights of 31,928,561,928 as of 31 March 2026. This figure includes voting rights from ordinary shares in issue (excluding treasury) and both series of cumulative preference shares, and is the reference number for regulatory disclosure thresholds.
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