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RELX 2025 Results: Revenue Growth, £2.25 Billion Buyback Plan

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RELX PLC reported strong full-year 2025 results, boosting its share buyback plan by £1.25 billion to £2.25 billion for 2026. Underlying revenue rose 7% to £9.59 billion, meeting analyst forecasts, while adjusted EPS climbed 10% to 128.5p on a constant currency basis. The London-listed company's operating profit also grew 9% to £3.34 billion, improving margins to 34.8%.

CEO Erik Engstrom hailed the performance, crediting the shift towards higher-margin analytics and decision tools for delivering 'strong new sales' and a 'improving long-term growth trajectory'. The company also proposed a 7% dividend increase to 67.5p per share. RELX completed five acquisitions totaling £270 million in 2025 and maintained a strong financial position with a net debt/EBITDA ratio of 2.0x. Shares rose 1.4% following the announcement, reflecting investor confidence in the enhanced capital return strategy.