Smith & Nephew (SNN) sets 849.8m voting shares for FCA disclosures

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Smith & Nephew plc has updated its voting rights and share capital. As at 31 January 2026, the company’s total issued share capital comprises 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each, including 27,912,707 ordinary shares held in treasury.

Because treasury shares do not carry voting rights, the company’s issued share capital with voting rights consists of 849,812,138 ordinary shares, each carrying one vote. Shareholders are advised to use this voting share figure as the denominator when assessing whether they must notify holdings or changes under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Form 6-K

Report of Foreign Private Issuer

Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 under the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

February 02, 2026

Commission File Number 001-14978

SMITH & NEPHEW plc

(Registrant’s name)

Building 5, Croxley Park, Hatters Lane

Watford, England, WD18 8YE

 (Address of principal executive office)

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 ✔         Form 40-F __

2 February 2026

Voting Rights and Capital

In conformity with the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1, the total issued share capital of Smith & Nephew plc (the "Company") as at 31 January 2026 comprises 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each ("ordinary shares"), including 27,912,707 ordinary shares held in treasury. 

The Company's issued share capital, with one voting right per share, therefore consists of 849,812,138 ordinary shares. This is the figure, which should be used by shareholders as the denominator when determining whether they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, the Company under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. 

Philip Horner

Deputy Company Secretary

Smith & Nephew plc

Tel:    +44 (0)1923 477100

LEI:    213800ZTMDN8S67S1H61

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.

		Smith & Nephew plc
		(Registrant)
Date:   February 02, 2026	By:	/s/ Helen Barraclough
		Helen Barraclough
		Company Secretary



FAQ

What is Smith & Nephew (SNN) total issued share capital as of 31 January 2026?

As of 31 January 2026, Smith & Nephew plc has total issued share capital of 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each. This figure includes shares held in treasury and represents all ordinary shares the company has issued.

How many Smith & Nephew (SNN) shares carry voting rights?

Smith & Nephew’s issued share capital with voting rights consists of 849,812,138 ordinary shares. Each ordinary share carries one voting right, excluding treasury shares, which do not confer voting rights for disclosure calculations under FCA rules.

How many Smith & Nephew (SNN) shares are held in treasury?

Smith & Nephew plc holds 27,912,707 ordinary shares in treasury. These treasury shares are included in the total issued share capital but are not counted when determining voting rights for FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule notifications.

Which share figure should Smith & Nephew (SNN) investors use for FCA notification thresholds?

Investors should use 849,812,138 ordinary shares as the denominator when assessing FCA disclosure thresholds. This number represents the company’s issued share capital with one voting right per share, excluding treasury shares that do not carry voting rights.

What type of shares does Smith & Nephew (SNN) have in issue?

Smith & Nephew plc’s issued share capital as at 31 January 2026 consists of ordinary shares of US20¢ each. There are 877,724,845 such ordinary shares issued in total, including those held in treasury without voting rights.

Why did Smith & Nephew (SNN) publish this voting rights and capital update?

Smith & Nephew published this update to comply with FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1. The notice provides the current total voting rights figure that shareholders must use when determining if they must notify holdings or changes in their interests.