Pearson Cancels 308,700 Shares in Ongoing £350m Buyback Programme

An update from Pearson ( (GB:PSON) ) is now available.

Pearson plc has repurchased 308,700 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 895.88 pence per share, with prices ranging between 886.40 pence and 903.00 pence. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 5 February 2026, will be cancelled and form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme, signalling continued efforts to optimise its capital structure and return cash to shareholders, which may enhance earnings per share and support the company’s valuation.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £966.00 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 outlook with strong cash flow and profitability metrics. The company’s strategic initiatives and corporate events, such as share buybacks and board changes, bolster investor confidence. However, technical indicators suggest a bearish trend, and revenue growth challenges persist.

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

More about Pearson

Pearson plc is a UK-listed education and publishing company that develops and distributes learning materials, digital education platforms and assessment services to schools, universities, professionals and governments worldwide. The group focuses on educational content and technology, testing and certification, and related services that support learning outcomes across key global education markets.

Average Trading Volume: 2,126,763

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £5.67B

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