Smith & Nephew (SNN) reports 849.7M voting shares in latest capital update

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Smith & Nephew plc reports its current share capital and voting rights position. As at 30 November 2025, the company’s total issued share capital comprises 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each, including 28,000,826 ordinary shares held in treasury. Because treasury shares do not carry voting rights, the number of shares with voting rights is 849,724,019 ordinary shares, each carrying one vote. Shareholders are advised to use this voting share figure as the denominator when assessing whether they must notify the UK regulator of any holdings or changes in their interest 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

December 01, 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 __

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 30 November 2025 comprises 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each ("ordinary shares"), including 28,000,826 ordinary shares held in treasury. 

The Company's issued share capital, with one voting right per share, therefore consists of 849,724,019 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: December 01, 2025	By:	/s/ Helen Barraclough
		Helen Barraclough
		Company Secretary

FAQ

What is Smith & Nephew (SNN)'s total issued share capital as of 30 November 2025?

As of 30 November 2025, Smith & Nephew plc has total issued share capital of 877,724,845 ordinary shares of US20¢ each. This figure includes shares that are held in treasury.

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

The company states that its issued share capital with one voting right per share consists of 849,724,019 ordinary shares. This is the number of shares that can be used to exercise voting rights.

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

Within the total issued share capital, 28,000,826 ordinary shares are held in treasury. Treasury shares do not carry voting rights.

Which share count should Smith & Nephew (SNN) shareholders use for FCA disclosure thresholds?

Shareholders should use 849,724,019 ordinary shares as the denominator when determining whether they must notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, Smith & Nephew plc under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

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

Smith & Nephew plc confirms that its capital is comprised of ordinary shares of US20¢ each. Each ordinary share that is not held in treasury carries one voting right.

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

The company provides this update to comply with the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1, giving investors an accurate denominator to assess their reportable holdings and any changes to those holdings.