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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 shared an announcement.

Pearson PLC announced the purchase of 114,740 of its own shares on the London Stock Exchange as part of its ongoing £350 million buyback program. This move, executed through Citigroup Global Markets Limited, is part of the second £175 million tranche of the buyback initiative, aiming to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of shares in circulation.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £10.55 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 solid financial performance and positive earnings call guidance are the primary strengths. However, technical indicators suggest caution due to bearish momentum. The valuation is fair, offering potential stability and income through dividends. Overall, the stock presents a balanced opportunity with moderate growth potential.

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

More about Pearson

Pearson PLC is a leading company in the education industry, focusing on providing educational materials, technologies, and services to schools, universities, and individuals worldwide.

Average Trading Volume: 1,935,805

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: £6.8B

See more data about PSON stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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