London, Jan 30, 2026, 08:09 GMT — Regular session
- RELX shares ticked higher at the London open, rebounding slightly after hitting new lows in the previous session.
- The group revealed another round of share buybacks, while its LexisNexis Risk unit highlighted a fresh AI-driven product initiative.
- Investors are eyeing the Feb. 12 annual results for clues on any shifts in outlook, buybacks, and dividends.
RELX PLC shares inched up 0.1% to 2,596.8 pence by 0802 GMT, stabilizing following a steep drop that pushed the stock close to its 52-week low. According to market data, today’s range so far has been between 2,596p and 2,607p.
Shares fell 3.64% on Thursday, ending the day at £25.94 and underperforming the FTSE 100, which edged up 0.17%, according to MarketWatch. That close puts RELX about 38% below its 52-week peak.
The recent drop has shifted focus to RELX’s annual results, set for Feb. 12, covering the year ending Dec. 31, 2025. Its financial calendar also highlights crucial dates for the 2025 final dividend, scheduled for May and June.
RELX disclosed on Thursday that it purchased 357,578 shares on the London Stock Exchange via UBS AG London Branch, at prices ranging from 2,598p to 2,684p. According to the filing, these shares will be held as treasury stock, cutting the float until they’re either cancelled or reissued.
LexisNexis Risk Solutions rolled out a new AI-driven identity verification tool aimed at U.S. insurers, designed to counteract fraud involving deepfakes and other generative AI methods. Jennifer Kostyrna, senior director of product management for insurance identity solutions, said, “The only way to keep up with these fraudsters is to match their sophistication with smarter, more adaptive technology.” PR Newswire
RELX provides data, analytics, and workflow solutions spanning risk, legal, and scientific publishing, alongside managing exhibitions. The company is known for generating strong cash flow and has a solid track record of returning capital to shareholders via dividends and buybacks.
Traders are now weighing if regular buybacks can steady the tape after several losing sessions. Early Friday trading was subdued, with the stock lingering just a few pence above its 52-week low.
Competitive pressure remains intense. Rivals like Thomson Reuters and Wolters Kluwer are also rolling out AI tools aimed at professional users, with product cycles turning over quickly.
The immediate risk is clear: if the February 12 guidance comes in cautious, or if investors continue trimming positions in high-multiple defensives, RELX might revisit its recent lows despite ongoing buybacks.
Investors are eyeing the Feb. 12 earnings release as the next big catalyst. Until then, any new buyback updates or hints from the company’s business segments will be closely monitored.
