RELX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

RELX - RELX PLC

Services-Business Services, NEC
$31.46
-0.16 (-0.51%) ▼
5d: -7.9%
30d: -11.83%
90d: +9.2%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 23, 2026

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: RELX shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$52.79
Based on 7.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$32.78
4.0% Margin of Safety

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.7x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: RELX is currently trading at $31.46, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $33.35 to $36.58. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.5) compared to its historical average (16.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 17.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, RELX is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $31.02. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $52.45 (+66.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range $33.35 - $36.58
Company Quality Score 56/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 79.5%

All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 66.7% below Wall St target ($52.45)
  • CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.9% 5-day decline

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $33.35 - $36.58
Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $31.02
Resistance Level $36.83
Current Trend Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of May 14, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 14.53
Wall Street Target $52.45 (+66.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 1.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 17.0%
Profit Margin 21.5%
Valuation Discount vs History -4.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical 14.5 vs 16.7 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -4.6% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $30.01 (-5%)
2-Year Target $28.63 (-9%)
3-Year Target $27.32 (-13%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 15→17) $31.39 (0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.0, Growth: 11.8%) $66.64 (+112%)
Base: (SPY PE: 14.5, Growth: 11.8%) $43.93 (+40%)
Bear: (PE: 12.4, Growth: 11.8%) $37.34 (+19%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.85 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.52
Bull Case $49.65 (+58%)
Analyst growth 42.4%, PE expands to 22.9
Base Case $45.14 (+44%)
Market implied 42.4%, PE stable at 20.9
Bear Case $21.55 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 14.5 to 16.7
Stabilization Target: $36.16 (+14.9%)
PE Expansion Potential: +14.9%
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