Summary
Shares in Issue is the number of shares reported as issued or outstanding for the equity.
Why it matters
It provides context for market capitalisation and per-share measures. Market capitalisation is generally calculated by combining the share count with the relevant share price.
How to calculate it
Share in Issue = Market Capitalization / Share price
Things to keep in mind
The figure can change after corporate actions, new issuance, buybacks, or data updates. Check the reporting date and source coverage before comparing securities.