RELX Plc (RELX) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 26.8x vs 5Y avg 18.8x · 100th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 1995–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of November 8, 2026, RELX Plc (RELX) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 26.8x, with a stock price of $40.17 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $2.33.
The current P/E is 43% above its 5-year average of 18.8x. Over the past five years, RELX's P/E has ranged from a low of 13.4x to a high of 26.6x, placing the current valuation at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Industrials sector median P/E of 24.6x, RELX is roughly in line with its sector peers. The sector includes 428 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 197.1x.
The PEG ratio of 2.19 (P/E divided by 9% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, RELX trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 26.3x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our RELX DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
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RELX P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $49B | 33.1 | 4.53 | -30% | |
| $3B | 12.1Lowest | 1.26Best | +172%Best | |
| $27B | 31.5 | 3.70 | -3% | |
| $3B | 20.0 | - | +109% | |
| $138B | 31.9 | 3.67 | +19% | |
| $88B | 37.0 | 4.74 | +21% | |
| $47B | 41.2 | 2.43 | +11% | |
| $12B | 21.1 | 2.11 | +12% | |
| $15B | 25.6 | 1.98 | -50% | |
| $5B | 18.2 | 6.71 | -59% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
RELX Historical P/E Data (1995–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $31.67 | $2.28 | 13.9x | -56% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $40.42 | $2.15 | 18.8x | -40% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $54.34 | $2.04 | 26.6x | -15% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $45.42 | $1.97 | 23.1x | -26% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $45.88 | $1.91 | 24.0x | -23% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $39.66 | $1.78 | 22.3x | -29% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $33.43 | $1.72 | 19.4x | -38% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $27.72 | $1.60 | 17.3x | -45% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $26.94 | $1.50 | 18.0x | -42% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $32.61 | $1.39 | 23.5x | -25% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $26.67 | $1.34 | 19.9x | -36% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $24.66 | $1.40 | 17.6x | -44% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $23.56 | $1.43 | 16.5x | -47% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $25.27 | $1.49 | 17.0x | -46% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $24.41 | $1.60 | 15.3x | -51% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $20.52 | $1.53 | 13.4x | -57% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $21.74 | $1.44 | 15.1x | -52% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $23.70 | $1.37 | 17.3x | -45% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $21.90 | $1.15 | 19.0x | -39% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $17.97 | $1.04 | 17.3x | -45% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $18.70 | $0.98 | 19.1x | -39% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $17.83 | $0.92 | 19.4x | -38% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $16.25 | $0.97 | 16.8x | -46% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $17.01 | $1.02 | 16.7x | -47% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $16.17 | $0.97 | 16.7x | -47% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $15.01 | $0.94 | 16.0x | -49% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $11.41 | $0.76 | 15.0x | -52% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $10.51 | $0.62 | 17.0x | -46% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $8.01 | $0.55 | 14.6x | -53% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $8.06 | $0.48 | 16.8x | -46% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $9.12 | $0.43 | 21.0x | -33% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $8.39 | $0.39 | 21.5x | -31% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $7.33 | $0.39 | 18.8x | -40% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $8.20 | $0.39 | 21.0x | -33% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $7.45 | $0.55 | 13.7x | -56% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Dec 31 2008 | $7.46 | $0.70 | 10.7x | -66% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $11.39 | $0.71 | 16.0x | -49% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $15.57 | $0.72 | 21.6x | -31% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $14.93 | $0.57 | 26.2x | -16% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $12.72 | $0.42 | 30.3x | -3% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $11.62 | $0.39 | 29.8x | -5% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $10.83 | $0.36 | 30.1x | -4% |
| FY2005 Q2 | - | $11.18 | $0.28 | 40.5x | +30% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 31 2004 | $10.71 | $0.19 | 55.8x | +79% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 30 2004 | $11.36 | $0.08 | 138.4x | +343% |
| FY2000 Q2 | Jun 30 2000 | $10.11 | $0.03 | 361.1x | +1056% |
| FY1999 Q4 | Dec 31 1999 | $8.63 | $0.15 | 56.3x | +80% |
| FY1998 Q4 | - | $9.10 | $0.30 | 30.7x | -2% |
| FY1997 Q4 | Dec 31 1997 | $10.33 | $0.26 | 39.8x | +28% |
| FY1996 Q4 | - | $10.90 | $0.31 | 35.6x | +14% |
| FY1995 Q4 | Dec 31 1995 | $7.50 | $0.24 | 30.9x | -1% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 31.2x
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RELX — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying RELX stock.
What is RELX's P/E ratio?
RELX Plc (RELX) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 26.8x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $2.33. The 5-year average P/E is 18.8x and the historical range spans 13.4x to 26.6x.
Is RELX stock overvalued or undervalued?
RELX trades at 26.8x P/E, above its 5-year average of 18.8x. The 100th percentile ranking within the 13.4x–26.6x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is RELX stock expensive?
Yes, RELX is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 26.8x is above the 5-year average of 18.8x and also above the Industrials sector median of 24.6x. The stock sits at the 100th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is RELX's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, RELX's P/E ratio has ranged from 13.4x to 26.6x, with a median of 18.0x and an average of 18.8x. The current P/E of 26.8x places the stock at the 100th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1995–2026.
How does RELX's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
RELX trades at 26.8x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 26.3x. The 2% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does RELX's valuation compare to Industrials peers?
RELX Plc P/E of 26.8x compares to the Industrials sector median of 24.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is RELX's PEG ratio?
RELX PEG ratio is 2.19, based on a P/E of 26.8x and EPS growth of 8.7%. A PEG above 2.0 indicates a premium valuation relative to earnings growth — typically considered expensive.
What is RELX's earnings yield?
RELX earnings yield is 3.74%, the inverse of its 26.8x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.