Smith & Nephew: 877,724,845 issued, 29,017,524 in treasury

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Smith & Nephew plc reported its latest voting rights and share capital. As of 31 October 2025, total issued share capital comprises 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each, including 29,017,524 ordinary shares held in treasury.

With one vote per share, the Company’s issued share capital carrying voting rights consists of 848,707,321 ordinary shares. Shareholders should use this figure as the denominator when assessing disclosure thresholds under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Form 6-K: How Foreign Companies Report to the SEC →

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

November 03, 2025

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 __

3 November 2025

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 October 2025 comprises 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each ("ordinary shares"), including 29,017,524 ordinary shares held in treasury. 

The Company's issued share capital, with one voting right per share, therefore consists of 848,707,321 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: November 03, 2025	By:	/s/ Helen Barraclough
		Helen Barraclough
		Company Secretary

FAQ

What did Smith & Nephew (SNN) disclose in this Form 6-K?

The company updated its voting rights and share capital as of 31 October 2025.

How many ordinary shares are issued by Smith & Nephew (SNN)?

Total issued share capital comprises 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each.

How many Smith & Nephew shares are held in treasury?

The company holds 29,017,524 ordinary shares in treasury.

How many Smith & Nephew shares carry voting rights?

Shares with voting rights total 848,707,321 ordinary shares.

What date are these Smith & Nephew figures effective from?

These figures are stated as at 31 October 2025.

Which rules govern these disclosure thresholds?

The figures support notifications under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1.