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Smith & Nephew (NYSE: SNN) shows Cevian at 14.010786% voting stake

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Smith & Nephew plc reported a change in a major shareholding via a TR-1 notification of major holdings. Entities controlled by Cevian Capital II G.P. Limited now hold 117,912,733 voting rights in the company, representing 14.010786% of voting rights attached to shares.

This position increased from 13.206621% at the time of the previous notification. The holding is split between Cevian Capital II Master Fund L.P. with 12.815710% and Cevian Capital II Co-Investment - Series P L.P. with 1.195075%. No voting rights are held through financial instruments, and Aurora Nominees Limited is listed as the registered shareholder.

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Voting rights percentage 14.010786% Resulting % of voting rights attached to shares when threshold was crossed
Voting rights held 117,912,733 Total number of voting rights held in Smith & Nephew
Previous voting rights percentage 13.206621% Position of previous major holdings notification
Cevian Capital II Master Fund L.P. share 12.815710% Voting rights held via Cevian Capital II Master Fund L.P.
Cevian Capital II Co-Investment - Series P L.P. share 1.195075% Voting rights held via Cevian Capital II Co-Investment - Series P L.P.
Voting rights via financial instruments 0.000000% Total % of voting rights held through financial instruments (8.B1 + 8.B2)
TR-1 regulatory
"TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings"
A TR-1 is a financial form used by investors to report significant ownership stakes in a company, typically when they acquire or dispose of a large number of shares. It helps keep the market informed about major shareholders and potential changes in control, allowing other investors to make better-informed decisions. This transparency encourages fair trading and reduces surprises related to ownership shifts.
voting rights attached to shares financial
"% of voting rights attached to shares (total of 8.A)"
financial instruments financial
"% of voting rights through financial instruments (total of 8.B 1 + 8.B 2)"
Financial instruments are assets or contracts that hold monetary value and can be bought, sold, or traded. They serve as tools for investors to grow, protect, or transfer money, much like how a ticket or voucher can be used to access goods or services. These instruments help individuals and organizations manage financial goals and risks across different markets and economic conditions.
ultimate controlling person regulatory
"Ultimate controlling person | Name of controlled undertaking"
proxy voting regulatory
"In case of proxy voting Name of the proxy holder"
Proxy voting is a process that allows investors to have their voting power on company decisions exercised by someone else if they cannot attend meetings in person. It ensures that their opinions are still represented, similar to authorizing someone else to vote on their behalf at an election. This helps investors influence company actions even when they cannot be physically present.

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FAQ

What major shareholding change did Smith & Nephew (SNN) disclose?

Smith & Nephew disclosed that Cevian Capital II-controlled undertakings now hold 117,912,733 voting rights, representing 14.010786% of voting rights attached to shares, under a TR-1 major holdings notification, up from a previously reported level of 13.206621%.

Who is the main holder in the Smith & Nephew (SNN) TR-1 notification?

The TR-1 identifies Cevian Capital II G.P. Limited as the ultimate controlling person. Aurora Nominees Limited, based in London, United Kingdom, is listed as the registered shareholder holding the 117,912,733 voting rights in Smith & Nephew plc.

How is Cevian Capital II’s holding in Smith & Nephew (SNN) structured?

Cevian Capital II’s holding is through controlled undertakings: Cevian Capital II Master Fund L.P. holds 12.815710% of voting rights, and Cevian Capital II Co-Investment - Series P L.P. holds 1.195075%, together accounting for the disclosed 14.010786% interest.

Does Cevian Capital II use financial instruments for its Smith & Nephew (SNN) position?

No. The TR-1 shows 0.000000% of voting rights held through financial instruments in sections 8.B1 and 8.B2, meaning all reported 117,912,733 voting rights in Smith & Nephew are attached directly to shares rather than derivatives or similar instruments.

What was Cevian Capital II’s previous voting percentage in Smith & Nephew (SNN)?

The position of the previous notification is reported as 13.206621% of voting rights attached to shares. The latest TR-1 indicates an increase to 14.010786%, reflecting a higher proportion of total voting rights now held in Smith & Nephew.
  
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
 
July 27, 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 __
    
   
TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings
 
1. Issuer Details
 
ISIN
GB0009223206
 
Issuer Name
SMITH & NEPHEW PLC
 
UK or Non-UK Issuer
UK
 
2. Reason for Notification
 
An acquisition or disposal of voting rights
 
3. Details of person subject to the notification obligation
 
Name
Cevian Capital II GP Limited
 
City of registered office (if applicable)
St Helier
 
Country of registered office (if applicable)
Jersey
 
4. Details of the shareholder
 
Name
 
City of registered office
 
Country of registered office
 
Aurora Nominees Limited
 
London
 
United Kingdom
 
 
5. Date on which the threshold was crossed or reached
 
22-Jul-2026
 
6. Date on which Issuer notified
 
24-Jul-2026
 
7. Total positions of person(s) subject to the notification obligation
 
 
% of voting rights attached to shares (total of 8.A)
 
% of voting rights through financial instruments (total of 8.B 1 + 8.B 2)
Total of both in % (8.A + 8.B)
 
Total number of voting rights held in issuer
 
Resulting situation on the date on which threshold was crossed or reached
 
14.010786
 
0.000000
 
14.010786
 
117912733
 
Position of previous notification (if applicable)
 
13.206621
 
0.000000
 
13.206621
 
 
 
8. Notified details of the resulting situation on the date on which the threshold was crossed or reached
 
8A. Voting rights attached to shares
Class/Type of shares ISIN code(if possible)
 
Number of direct voting rights (DTR5.1)
 
Number of indirect voting rights (DTR5.2.1)
 
% of direct voting rights (DTR5.1)
 
% of indirect voting rights (DTR5.2.1)
 
GB0009223206
 
 
117912733
 
 
14.010786
 
Sub Total 8.A
 
117912733
 
14.010786%
 
 
8B1. Financial Instruments according to (DTR5.3.1R.(1) (a))
Type of financial instrument
 
Expiration date
 
Exercise/conversion period
 
Number of voting rights that may be acquired if the instrument is exercised/converted 
% of voting rights
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sub Total 8.B1
 
 
 
 
8B2. Financial Instruments with similar economic effect according to (DTR5.3.1R.(1) (b))
Type of financial instrument
 
Expiration date
 
Exercise/conversion period
 
Physical or cash settlement
 
Number of voting rights
 
% of voting rights
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sub Total 8.B2
 
 
 
 
9. Information in relation to the person subject to the notification obligation
 
2. Full chain of controlled undertakings through which the voting rights and/or the financial instruments are effectively held starting with the ultimate controlling natural person or legal entities (please add additional rows as necessary)
 
Ultimate controlling person
 
Name of controlled undertaking
 
% of voting rights if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold
 
% of voting rights through financial instruments if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold
Total of both if it equals or is higher than the notifiable threshold
 
Cevian Capital II G.P. Limited
 
Cevian Capital II Master Fund L.P.
 
12.815710
 

12.815710%
 
Cevian Capital II G.P. Limited
 
Cevian Capital II Co-Investment - Series P L.P.

1.195075
 

1.195075%
 
 
10. In case of proxy voting
 
Name of the proxy holder
 
 
The number and % of voting rights held
 
 
The date until which the voting rights will be held

 
If date does not apply, explain below
 
 
11. Additional Information
 
Cevian Capital II G.P. Limited acts as general partner for Cevian Capital II Master Fund L.P. and Cevian Capital II Co-Investment - Series P L.P.
 
The legal owner of the shares is Aurora Nominees Limited (acting as nominee), which holds the shares on behalf of UBS AG (acting as custodian).
 
12. Date of Completion
 
24-Jul-2026
 
13. Place Of Completion
 
Jersey
 
  
 
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: July 27, 2026
By:
/s/ Helen Barraclough
 
 
Helen Barraclough
 
 
Company Secretary