Vodafone (VOD) updates total voting rights at 23.09B shares

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Vodafone Group Plc reports its updated share capital and voting rights position. As at 31 March 2026, Vodafone’s issued share capital consists of 24,328,378,589 ordinary shares, of which 1,241,264,296 are held in treasury. This leaves a total of 23,087,114,293 voting rights in the company. Shareholders can use this voting-rights figure as the denominator when assessing whether they must disclose holdings or changes in holdings under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules. The update is an administrative disclosure and explicitly does not form part of an offer or solicitation for securities.

Key Figures

Issued share capital: 24,328,378,589 shares Treasury shares: 1,241,264,296 shares Total voting rights: 23,087,114,293 +4 more

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Issued share capital 24,328,378,589 shares Ordinary shares as at 31 March 2026

Treasury shares 1,241,264,296 shares Ordinary shares held in treasury as at 31 March 2026

Total voting rights 23,087,114,293 Voting rights in Vodafone as at 31 March 2026

Countries with networks 15 countries Operating networks footprint described in company overview

Subsea cable systems More than 70 Capacity on subsea cable systems mentioned in corporate description

IoT connections Over 230 million Connections on Vodafone’s IoT platform globally

Financial services customers Around 94 million Customers across seven African countries

Key Terms

total voting rights, Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R, treasury, ordinary shares, +1 more

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total voting rights financial

"Therefore, the total number of voting rights in Vodafone is 23,087,114,293."

The total voting rights number is the count of shares that carry the right to vote at a company’s shareholder meetings, reflecting how much voting power exists in the market. Investors use it to understand control and influence—like knowing how many votes are in play when measuring ownership stakes, calculating a shareholder’s voting percentage, or assessing how easy it would be for a holder to sway decisions.

Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R regulatory

"In conformity with Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R, Vodafone Group Plc..."

treasury financial

"of which 1,241,264,296 ordinary shares are 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.

ordinary shares financial

"Vodafone's issued share capital consists of 24,328,378,589 ordinary shares of US$0.20 20/21..."

Ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company, giving shareholders a right to participate in the company’s profits and decision-making through voting. They are similar to owning a piece of a business, and their value can rise or fall based on the company's performance. Investors buy ordinary shares to potentially earn dividends and benefit from the company's growth over time.

foreign private issuer regulatory

"REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULES 13a-16 OR 15d-16..."

A foreign private issuer is a company organized outside the United States that meets tests showing it is primarily foreign-controlled and therefore qualifies for a different set of U.S. reporting rules. For investors, that means the company files less frequent or differently formatted disclosures with U.S. regulators and may follow home-country accounting and governance practices, so buying its stock is like dining at a well-reviewed restaurant that follows its home kitchen’s rules instead of the local menu — you get access but should check what standards apply.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Form 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULES 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER

THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Dated April 01, 2026

Commission File Number: 001-10086

VODAFONE GROUP

PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

VODAFONE HOUSE, THE CONNECTION, NEWBURY, BERKSHIRE, RG14 2FN, ENGLAND

(Address of principal executive offices)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

Form 20-F ✓ Form 40-F _

This Report on Form 6-K contains a Stock Exchange Announcement dated 01 April 2026 entitled ‘Total Voting Rights’.

1 APRIL 2026

TOTAL VOTING RIGHTS AND CAPITAL

In conformity with Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R, Vodafone Group Plc ("Vodafone") hereby notifies the market that, as at 31 March 2026:    

Vodafone's issued share capital consists of 24,328,378,589 ordinary shares of US$0.20 20/21 of which 1,241,264,296 ordinary shares are held in Treasury.   

Therefore, the total number of voting rights in Vodafone is 23,087,114,293. This figure may be used by shareholders as the denominator for the calculations by which they will determine if they are required to notify their interest in, or a change to their interest in, Vodafone under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.    

This announcement does not constitute, or form part of, an offer or any solicitation of an offer for securities in any jurisdiction.  

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For more information, please contact:
Investor Relations:	investors.vodafone.com	ir@vodafone.co.uk	Media Relations:	Vodafone.com/media/contact	GroupMedia@vodafone.com
Registered Office: Vodafone House, The Connection, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2FN, England. Registered in England No. 1833679

About Vodafone Group

everyone.connected

Vodafone is a leading European and African telecoms company.

We serve over 360 million mobile and broadband customers, operating networks in 15 countries with investments in a further five and partners in over 40 more. We have capacity on more than 70 subsea cable systems - the backbone of the internet - and we are developing a new direct-to-mobile satellite communications service to connect areas without coverage. Vodafone runs one of the world's largest IoT platforms, with over 230 million connections globally, and we provide financial services to around 94 million customers across seven African countries - managing more transactions than any other provider.

From the seabed to the stars, Vodafone's purpose is to keep everyone connected.

For more information, please visit www.vodafone.com follow us on X at @VodafoneGroup or connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/vodafone.

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 authorised.

	VODAFONE GROUP
	PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY
	(Registrant)
Date: April 01, 2026	By: /s/ M D B
	Name: Maaike de Bie
	Title: Group General Counsel and Company Secretary

FAQ

What total voting rights does Vodafone (VOD) report as of 31 March 2026?

Vodafone reports a total of 23,087,114,293 voting rights as of 31 March 2026. This figure reflects issued shares minus treasury shares and is the key denominator for regulatory disclosure calculations under the FCA’s transparency rules.

How many shares has Vodafone (VOD) issued and how many are held in treasury?

Vodafone states its issued share capital is 24,328,378,589 ordinary shares, with 1,241,264,296 shares held in treasury. Treasury shares do not carry voting rights, so only the remaining shares contribute to the total voting-rights figure.

Why is Vodafone’s total voting rights announcement important for shareholders?

The announcement provides the current denominator of 23,087,114,293 voting rights. Investors use this number to determine whether their holdings cross disclosure thresholds, triggering notifications required under the FCA’s Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules for significant shareholdings.

Does this Vodafone (VOD) announcement involve a securities offering or fundraising?

No. Vodafone explicitly states the announcement does not constitute an offer or solicitation of an offer for securities in any jurisdiction. It is an informational update on issued share capital and voting rights for regulatory transparency purposes.

Which regulatory rule does Vodafone reference in its total voting rights disclosure?

Vodafone makes the disclosure in conformity with Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rule 5.6.1R. This UK rule requires listed companies to update the market on total voting rights so investors can assess when shareholding disclosures are required.

What type of shares make up Vodafone’s issued share capital in this filing?

Vodafone’s issued share capital consists of ordinary shares of US$0.20 20/21. These ordinary shares form the basis for both the total issued share count and the calculation of total voting rights after excluding treasury holdings.