10 Most Profitable Industrial Stocks to Buy Now

8. RELX PLC (NYSE:RELX)

Return on Equity: 72.23%

Net Profit Margin: 21.55%

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 22

RELX PLC (NYSE:RELX) is one of the most profitable industrial stocks to buy now. On June 9, RELX PLC (NYSE:RELX) reiterated plans to implement a £200 million share buyback program between June 9 and June 26, 2026, affirming its commitment to shareholder value.

The £200 million program comes on the heels of the completion of a £150 million buyback. Both buyback programs are part of a broader £2.25 billion share repurchase plan for 2026 announced early in the year. The company is leveraging the buybacks to reduce capital, as purchased shares will be held in treasury.

Earlier, the company reiterated that €1.5 billion in guaranteed notes have been admitted to trading on the London Stock Exchange. The company issued €750 million of 3.25% notes due 2029 and £750 million of 3.75% notes due 2034.

Meanwhile, analysts at Goldman Sachs expect RELX to receive a significant boost from generative artificial intelligence products.

RELX PLC (NYSE:RELX) is a global provider of data, analytics, workflow software, and information-based tools for professionals. Operating in over 180 countries, it serves enterprise clients across four core industries: Scientific & Medical, Legal, Risk Management, and Exhibitions.

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