1 Jun 2017 10:12
RECKITT BENCKISER GROUP PLC
Voting Rights and Capital
In conformity with the Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules (DTR 5.6.1), as at 31 May 2017, Reckitt Benckiser Group plc:
· had 736,535,179 issued ordinary shares of 10p each admitted to trading. Each ordinary share carries the right to one vote in relation to all circumstances at general meetings of Reckitt Benckiser Group plc;
· held 33,591,117 ordinary shares in treasury. The voting rights of treasury shares are automatically suspended; and
· accordingly, had total voting rights of 702,944,062.
The total voting rights figure (702,944,062) may be used by shareholders (and others with notification obligations) 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, Reckitt Benckiser Group plc under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.
Contact:
Christine Logan
Deputy Company Secretary
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
01753 217800
103-105 Bath Road, Slough SL1 3UH
Registered in England and Wales, No. 6270876
Reckitt Benckiser Group plc's LEI code is 5493003JFSMOJG48V108
About RB:
RB* is the world's leading consumer health and hygiene company. The company has operations in over 60 countries, with headquarters in London, Dubai and Amsterdam, and sales in most countries across the globe. The company employs approximately 35,000 people worldwide.
Led by a purpose of providing innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes, RB is amongst the top 10 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange. It is the global No 1 or No 2 in the majority of its fast-growing categories, driven by an exceptional focus on innovation. RB's Health, Hygiene and Home portfolio is led by its global Powerbrands including Nurofen, Strepsils, Gaviscon, Mucinex, Durex, Scholl, Clearasil, Lysol, Dettol, Veet, Harpic, Cillit Bang, Mortein, Finish, Vanish, Calgon, Air Wick, Woolite and French's. Powerbrands represent approximately 80% of RB's net revenue.
RB is redefining the world of consumer health and hygiene. Its people and unique culture are at the heart of its success. It has a drive for achievement and a passion to outperform wherever it focuses, including sustainability where it is targeting a 1/3 reduction in water impact, a 1/3 reduction in carbon and 1/3 of net revenue from more sustainable products. RB is proud to lead the Save a Child a Minute campaign, which aims to eliminate child deaths from diarrhoea, one of the world's largest killers of children under 5.
For more information visit www.rb.com
*RB is the trading name of the Reckitt Benckiser group of companies