Smith & Nephew sets 837,417,128 voting shares

SMITH & NEPHEW PLC (SNN) reports its updated voting rights and share capital position as at 31 August 2026.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

SMITH & NEPHEW PLC (SNN) reports its updated voting rights and share capital position as at 31 August 2026. The company has a total issued share capital of 877,738,166 ordinary shares of US20¢ each, which includes 40,321,038 ordinary shares held in treasury.

After excluding treasury shares, the company's issued share capital with voting rights consists of 837,417,128 ordinary shares, each carrying one vote. Shareholders are directed to use this voting-share figure as the denominator when assessing whether they must notify their holdings or changes in holdings under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

Key Figures

Total issued share capital: 877,738,166 ordinary shares of US20¢ each Treasury shares: 40,321,038 ordinary shares Shares with voting rights: 837,417,128 ordinary shares +2 more

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Total issued share capital 877,738,166 ordinary shares of US20¢ each As at 31 August 2026

Treasury shares 40,321,038 ordinary shares Included within total issued share capital as at 31 August 2026

Shares with voting rights 837,417,128 ordinary shares Issued share capital with one voting right per share as at 31 August 2026

Form of annual report Form 20-F Company files annual reports under cover of Form 20-F

LEI 213800ZTMDN8S67S1H61 Legal Entity Identifier for SMITH & NEPHEW PLC

Key Terms

treasury, voting right, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules, Form 20-F, +1 more

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treasury financial

"including 40,321,038 ordinary shares 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.

voting right financial

"The Company's issued share capital, with one voting right per share"

Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules regulatory

"under the FCA's 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.

Form 20-F regulatory

"whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F"

Form 20-F is the standardized annual disclosure that non-U.S. companies must file with the U.S. securities regulator when their shares are traded in the U.S.; it contains audited financial statements, a plain-language description of the business, management discussion, governance details and key risk factors. It matters to investors because it provides a consistent, comparable company “report card” and rulebook, helping buyers assess financial health, governance and risks before investing.

Legal Entity Identifier regulatory

"LEI: 213800ZTMDN8S67S1H61"

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 is the total issued share capital of SMITH & NEPHEW PLC (SNN) as at 31 August 2026?

As at 31 August 2026, SMITH & NEPHEW PLC has 877,738,166 ordinary shares of US20¢ each in total issued share capital, which includes shares held in treasury.

How many Smith & Nephew (SNN) shares carry voting rights as at 31 August 2026?

As at 31 August 2026, SMITH & NEPHEW PLC has 837,417,128 ordinary shares with one voting right per share. This excludes 40,321,038 ordinary shares held in treasury.

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

SMITH & NEPHEW PLC holds 40,321,038 ordinary shares in treasury as part of its total issued share capital of 877,738,166 ordinary shares of US20¢ each.

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

Investors should use 837,417,128 ordinary shares, the number of voting shares after excluding treasury stock, as the denominator when determining notification obligations under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

What is the nominal value of Smith & Nephew (SNN) ordinary shares?

Each ordinary share of SMITH & NEPHEW PLC has a nominal value of US20¢, as part of the company's total issued share capital reported as at 31 August 2026.

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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

September 01, 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 __

1 September 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 August 2026 comprises 877,738,166 ordinary shares of US20¢ each ("ordinary shares"), including 40,321,038 ordinary shares held in treasury. 

The Company's issued share capital, with one voting right per share, therefore consists of 837,417,128 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: September 01, 2026	By:	/s/ Helen Barraclough
		Helen Barraclough
		Company Secretary