FirstGroup, Genus, NatWest Update Total Voting Rights

FirstGroup plc and Genus plc have both announced their total voting rights and capital structures as of January 31, 2025, with FirstGroup reporting 601,059,153 voting rights available for shareholders, while Genus disclosed a total of 66,036,295 ordinary shares, all with voting rights. In the financial sector, NatWest Group is finalizing plans for a £450 million bonus pool, reflecting a significant performance uptick, as it approaches full private ownership after nearly 17 years post-bailout. The Treasury's stake in NatWest has dwindled to just under 8%, with BlackRock poised to become the largest shareholder soon. Additionally, NatWest updated its total voting rights to 32,236,181,476, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and bolstering investor confidence. These announcements provide stakeholders with critical insights into their respective companies' structures and performance, reinforcing the importance of transparency in corporate governance.