RELX reports 7% underlying revenue growth and a 70 bps margin expansion in the first half, driven by constant-currency gains.
RELX posted first-half revenue of £4.87 billion, up 3% year-over-year on a reported basis and 5% in constant currency. Underlying revenue growth reached 7%, outpacing the reported figure as currency effects weighed on results.
Adjusted operating profit climbed 5% to £1.73 billion, with a 7% increase in constant currency. The company’s underlying adjusted operating profit growth hit 9%, while the adjusted operating margin expanded by 70 basis points to 35.5% from 34.8% in the prior period.
The results reflect continued momentum in RELX’s core segments, with underlying metrics signaling robust demand despite currency headwinds.