Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Smith & Nephew plc is dated January 02, 2026. The report discloses voting rights and capital structure information in conformity with the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1, referencing data as of December 31, 2025.
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 notification.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Issued Share Capital (as of Dec 31, 2025) | 877,724,845 ordinary shares (US$0.20 each) |
| Treasury Shares | 27,963,140 ordinary shares |
| Voting Shares (Issued Capital) | 849,761,705 ordinary shares |
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide a clear value for material changes versus the prior comparable period. No comparative data from previous periods is included in this specific report.
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.
Important Facts for Investors
- Voting Denominator: Shareholders must use 849,761,705 as the denominator when calculating notification thresholds under FCA Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
- Treasury Holdings: Approximately 3.2% of the total issued share capital (27,963,140 shares) is held in treasury and does not carry voting rights.
- Share Class: All issued shares are ordinary shares with one voting right per share.