Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Vodafone Group Public Limited Company is dated July 1, 2025. The report discloses the company's total voting rights and capital structure as of June 30, 2025, in conformity with Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R. Vodafone operates as a leading European and African telecoms provider serving over 330 million customers across 15 countries, with additional partnerships in 47 more nations and a significant presence in African financial technology.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide financial performance data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. The document focuses exclusively on capital structure and voting rights.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Issued Share Capital | 26,388,285,902 ordinary shares (US$0.20 each) |
| Treasury Shares | 1,915,069,424 ordinary shares |
| Total Voting Rights | 24,473,216,478 |
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide comparative data against a prior period to identify material changes in share capital or voting rights. It serves as a statutory notification of the current capital position as of June 30, 2025.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The announcement does not contain financial guidance, forward-looking outlook, or specific risk factors related to operations. It includes a standard disclaimer stating that the announcement does not constitute an offer or solicitation of an offer for securities in any jurisdiction. The company reiterates its strategic purpose to reach net zero emissions by 2040.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Voting Rights Denominator: Shareholders should use the figure of 24,473,216,478 voting rights to calculate disclosure thresholds under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
- Treasury Holdings: Approximately 7.26% of the issued share capital (1,915,069,424 shares) is held in Treasury and does not carry voting rights.
- Reporting Date: The capital data is accurate as of June 30, 2025.
- Share Class: All issued shares are ordinary shares with a nominal value of US$0.20.