Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Smith & Nephew plc is dated April 1, 2026. The report discloses voting rights and capital structure information in conformity with the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1. The data reflects the company's status as of March 31, 2026.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This document is strictly a capital structure update.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Issued Share Capital | 877,733,750 ordinary shares (US$0.20 each) |
| Treasury Shares | 23,761,952 ordinary shares |
| Voting Shares (Net of Treasury) | 853,971,798 ordinary shares |
| Voting Rights | One voting right per share |
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide a clear value for material changes versus the prior comparable period. No comparative data from previous reporting periods is included in this document.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The document contains no forward-looking statements or risk disclosures.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the denominator for FCA notification thresholds is 853,971,798 shares (excluding treasury stock).
- Confirm the total issued share count of 877,733,750 includes 23,761,952 treasury shares.
- Note that this filing contains no financial performance data; refer to the most recent Form 20-F or interim results for revenue and earnings.