RELX PLC (REL), the global information analytics and professional services group, has disclosed the purchase of 688,170 ordinary shares during the five trading days from 2 to 6 November 2026, executed through UBS AG London Branch on the London Stock Exchange. The shares, each carrying a nominal value of 14 51/116 pence, will be held as treasury shares rather than cancelled. The buyback forms part of a programme that has seen RELX repurchase 85,429,094 ordinary shares since 2 January 2026, underscoring the group's sustained commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

Key Points

  • RELX PLC (REL) — global information analytics group listed on the London Stock Exchange
  • 688,170 ordinary shares purchased between 2 and 6 November 2026 via UBS AG London Branch and held as treasury shares
  • Volume weighted average prices ranged from 2,952.69p on 3 November to 3,093.48p on 5 November; highest single price paid was 3,127p on 5 November
  • Investors should watch the pace of further buyback activity and any update to total shares in issue as the programme continues

Daily Breakdown of RELX's Share Purchases Between 2 and 6 November 2026

The announcement provides a full daily breakdown of the buyback activity. On 2 November, RELX purchased 137,779 shares at a volume weighted average price (VWAP) of 2,977.02p, with prices ranging between 2,943p and 3,014p. The following day saw 139,087 shares acquired at a VWAP of 2,952.69p. Wednesday's purchase of 140,287 shares was transacted at a VWAP of 3,010.91p, while Thursday — the most expensive session of the week — saw 137,439 shares bought at a VWAP of 3,093.48p, with the highest price reaching 3,127p. Friday closed the week with 133,578 shares purchased at a VWAP of 2,994.98p.

RELX Treasury Share Position and Total Shares in Issue After Settlement

Following settlement of the five days of purchases, RELX PLC holds 2,536,966 ordinary shares in treasury. The total number of ordinary shares in issue, excluding treasury shares, stands at 1,740,067,977. Treasury shares represent shares repurchased and held by the company rather than cancelled; they carry no voting rights and are not eligible for dividends. This figure is relevant to investors calculating voting interests or dilution, as it establishes the denominator for percentage holding calculations under applicable disclosure rules.

RELX's 2026 Buyback Programme Reaches 85.4 Million Shares Since January

The announcement states that since 2 January 2026 RELX has purchased a cumulative total of 85,429,094 ordinary shares. The scale of the programme reflects RELX's well-established capital returns strategy, consistent with the group's business model as a provider of data analytics, scientific publishing, legal information, and risk solutions across markets including the United Kingdom, the United States, and internationally. The buyback was conducted in compliance with UK Listing Rules 9.6.6R and Article 5(1)(b) of the Market Abuse Regulation as it applies in the UK, with disaggregated daily trade data published separately via the London Stock Exchange's RNS service.