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Pearson Advances Share Buyback Program with Latest Purchase

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Pearson Advances Share Buyback Program with Latest Purchase

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Pearson ( (GB:PSON) ) has issued an update.

Pearson plc has executed a share buyback, purchasing 150,050 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 1,055.11 pence per share. This transaction is part of the second £175 million tranche of its £350 million buyback program, which underscores Pearson’s commitment to returning value to shareholders and optimizing its capital structure.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £10.85 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:PSON Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:PSON is a Outperform.

Pearson’s overall stock score reflects a stable financial position bolstered by strategic partnerships and strong cash flow. The positive earnings call and active share buyback program enhance shareholder confidence. However, technical indicators and valuation suggest caution due to bearish trends and an unusually high dividend yield.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:PSON stock, click here.

More about Pearson

Average Trading Volume: 1,957,070

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: £6.8B

For detailed information about PSON stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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