Relx Shares (LON: REL) Moving To Retest Breakout Territory?

Relx shares (LON:REL) have recently hit new all-time-highs at 3796.7p after previously encountering resistance at the 3,725 level. With highs under it's belt, the stock could be said to be firmly in breakout territory, and with many technical traders likely looking for a retest of 3,725 that holds, a period of price discovery could be next up.

On the 6 month chart below, the magnetism towards the previous resistance level can be clearly seen on daily candles. Over this period, REL has gained 4.73% whilst the broader FTSE 100 index has spent more time moving sideways, with an upside move of 1.88% displaying the outperformance of Relx.

Analysts like JPMorgan Chase & Co. have continued to express optimism about Relx's future performance. Notably, they reaffirmed an “overweight” rating with a bullish price target set at 4,550p. This suggests that Relx is expected to perform better than the average market growth, providing potential value for investors considering holding onto their shares.

Relx exhibits a debt-to-equity ratio of 218.66, which indicates a higher reliance on debt financing. Despite this, the company maintains a market capitalization of £69.69 billion, reflecting its substantial size in the market. The company's current ratio stands at 0.48, while the quick ratio is at 0.45. These figures highlight a focus on efficiently managing short-term liabilities with their available assets.

Relx operates through four primary segments: Risk, Scientific, Technical & Medical, Legal, and Exhibitions. This diversified structure helps hedge against sector-specific risks, ensuring stable revenue streams across various industries.