Financial Contrast: Relx (NYSE:RELX) versus UMeWorld (OTCMKTS:UMEWF)

Relx (NYSE:RELX) and UMeWorld (OTCMKTS:UMEWF) are both computer and technology companies, but which is the better stock? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their profitability, valuation, earnings, analyst recommendations, risk, institutional ownership and dividends.

Profitability

This table compares Relx and UMeWorld’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

	Net Margins	Return on Equity	Return on Assets
Relx	N/A	N/A	N/A
UMeWorld	N/A	N/A	N/A

Earnings & Valuation

This table compares Relx and UMeWorld”s top-line revenue, earnings per share and valuation.

	Gross Revenue	Price/Sales Ratio	Net Income	Earnings Per Share	Price/Earnings Ratio
Relx	$12.64 billion	5.20	$2.72 billion	N/A	N/A
UMeWorld	N/A	N/A	-$260,000.00	N/A	N/A

Relx has higher revenue and earnings than UMeWorld.

Institutional and Insider Ownership

15.0% of Relx shares are owned by institutional investors. 0.0% of Relx shares are owned by company insiders. Comparatively, 6.0% of UMeWorld shares are owned by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, large money managers and endowments believe a company is poised for long-term growth.

Volatility & Risk

Relx has a beta of 0.77, indicating that its share price is 23% less volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, UMeWorld has a beta of -1.85, indicating that its share price is 285% less volatile than the S&P 500.

Analyst Ratings

This is a summary of current recommendations and price targets for Relx and UMeWorld, as provided by MarketBeat.com.

	Sell Ratings	Hold Ratings	Buy Ratings	Strong Buy Ratings	Rating Score
Relx	0	2	4	1	2.86
UMeWorld	0	0	0	0	0.00

Summary

Relx beats UMeWorld on 7 of the 8 factors compared between the two stocks.

About Relx

RELX Plc engages in provision of information and analytics solutions for professional and business customers across industries. It operates through the following business segments: Scientific, Technical & Medical; Risk & Business Analytics; Legal; and Exhibitions. The Scientific, Technical & Medical segment is a global information analytics business that helps institutions and professionals advance healthcare, open science, and improve performance for the benefit of humanity. The Risk & Business Analytics segment provides customers with solutions and decision tools that combine public and industry specific content with advanced technology and analytics to assist them in evaluating and predicting risk and enhancing operational efficiency. The Legal segment is a global provider of legal, regulatory and business information and analytics that helps customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes and advance the rule of law around the world. The Exhibitions segment is an event business, enhancing the effect of face-to-face through data and digital tools. The company was founded by Albert Edward Reed in 1903 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

About UMeWorld

UMeWorld Limited, an integrated edible oil company, engages in the production of diacylglycerol) oil, palm oil, and oil palm derivative products. The company was formerly known as AlphaRx, Inc. and changed its name to UMeWorld Limited in March 2013. UMeWorld Limited was incorporated in 1997 and is based in Miami, Florida.