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The latest update is out from RELX plc ( (GB:REL) ).
RELX plc has continued its share buyback activity, purchasing 500,000 ordinary shares on 11 March 2026 via UBS AG London Branch on the London Stock Exchange, at prices ranging from 2,587p to 2,644p and a volume-weighted average of 2,611.7543p. The shares will be held in treasury, taking its treasury holding to 28,337,957 shares and leaving 1,799,971,990 shares in issue.
Since 2 January 2026 the company has repurchased 24,230,085 ordinary shares, underscoring an ongoing capital return programme that effectively reduces the free float and may enhance earnings per share over time. The continued use of buybacks signals management’s confidence in RELX’s valuation and provides incremental support to the share price, which is relevant for existing shareholders and prospective investors monitoring capital allocation discipline.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:REL) stock is a Buy with a £2932.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on RELX plc stock, see the GB:REL Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on GB:REL Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:REL is a Outperform.
The score is supported primarily by strong financial performance (robust margins and free-cash-flow generation) and a positive earnings call with continued growth and strong cash conversion. These strengths are materially offset by weak technicals (broad downtrend and bearish momentum), while valuation is neutral-to-supportive.
To see Spark’s full report on GB:REL stock, click here.
More about RELX plc
RELX plc is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools, serving professional and business customers across sectors such as science, legal, risk, and exhibitions. The group focuses on data-driven digital services that support research, regulatory compliance, and commercial decision-making in developed and emerging markets.
Average Trading Volume: 9,038,007
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: £47.16B
Find detailed analytics on REL stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.