Pearson PLC (GB:PSON)
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PSON Stock Chart & Stats
1080.00 p
2.00 p(0.15%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
1080.00 p
2.00 p(0.15%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range874.80 p - 1,175.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume55.82K
Average Volume (3M)1.76M
Market Cap
£6.91B
Enterprise Value8.26B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£333.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£1.90B
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.9
Beta0.33
Next Earnings
Aug 03, 2026EPS Estimate
0.26Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.32%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.52
Shares Outstanding601,140,500
10 Day Avg. Volume1,970,689
30 Day Avg. Volume1,759,776
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.00
Price to Book (P/B)1.87
Price to Sales (P/S)1.91
P/FCF Ratio10.35
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£1,208.60Price Target Upside11.91% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)0.7
Revenue Forecast (FY)£3.72B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Margins And Operating ProfitabilityHigh and improving margins (gross ~52%, operating ~14–17%, EBITDA ~30%) reflect scale in content licensing and platform economics. Durable margin strength supports steady cash generation, funds product and tech investment, and helps sustain returns even with modest top‑line growth.
Multi‑year Enterprise Partnerships And BacklogLarge, multi‑year enterprise deals create predictable, contracted revenue and build a backlog that smooths volatility. This recurring, enterprise‑scale demand supports digital subscription adoption, improves revenue visibility and enhances cross‑sell opportunities across assessments and learning platforms.
AI Adoption Driving Lasting Efficiency GainsMaterial AI‑driven productivity gains (large cuts in editing/translation time and customer contact volumes) reduced structural content and service costs. These technology improvements lower unit economics, speed product updates and provide a durable path to incremental margin expansion over coming years.
Bears Say
Low Top‑line Growth MomentumUnderlying revenue growth is muted (broadly stable; 2025 ~+1.6%), limiting the ability to leverage fixed costs and expand scale economics. Sustained low organic growth raises reliance on cost savings, buybacks or M&A to lift returns, making long‑term EPS progress contingent on improved market adoption.
Rising Financial LeverageLeverage has increased materially year‑over‑year as buybacks and deals used balance‑sheet capacity. Higher indebtedness reduces financial flexibility to fund transformation, absorb contract losses or pursue opportunistic investment, and increases exposure to cash‑flow shocks despite currently modest interest.
Free Cash Flow Decline And VolatilityA sharp FCF decline and only moderate cash conversion versus operating profit indicate working capital or timing sensitivity. Persistent FCF volatility can constrain dividends, buybacks and product investment, and weakens the margin of safety if revenue or margin trends deteriorate.
Pearson News
PSON FAQ
What was Pearson PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Pearson PLC lowest share price was 874.80 p and its highest was 1175.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Pearson PLC’s market cap?
Pearson PLC’s market cap is £6.91B.
When is Pearson PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Pearson PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 03, 2026 which is in 54 days.
How were Pearson PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Pearson PLC released its earnings results on Feb 27, 2026. The company reported 0.394 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.389 p by 0.005 p.
Is Pearson PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Pearson PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Pearson PLC pay dividends?
Pearson PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 17.4 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.32%. See more information on Pearson PLC dividends here
What is Pearson PLC’s EPS estimate?
Pearson PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.26.
How many shares outstanding does Pearson PLC have?
Pearson PLC has 601,140,500 shares outstanding.
What happened to Pearson PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Pearson PLC reported an EPS of 0.394 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.389 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.062%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Pearson PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:PSON
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Pearson Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£1,208.60 (11.91% Upside)
£1,208.60 (11.91% Upside)
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £513.5K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
9.24%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.26%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-6.30%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Pearson PLC
Pearson plc operates internationally, providing a comprehensive array of educational materials, assessment solutions, and related services across the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, the Asia Pacific region, and numerous other European countries. The company organizes its extensive offerings into five primary segments: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Higher Education, and Workforce Skills. The Assessment & Qualifications division is responsible for products like Pearson VUE, student and clinical assessments in the U.S., UK GCSEs and A levels, and other international academic accreditations. Virtual Learning focuses on delivering virtual schools and online program management. Its English Language Learning segment offers the Pearson Test of English, institutional educational content, and digital English learning resources. The Higher Education segment provides courseware for tertiary education markets in the U.S., Canada, and globally. Lastly, the Workforce Skills division includes BTEC, GED, TalentLens, Faethm, Pearson College, and apprenticeship programs. Founded in 1844, Pearson plc is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
PSON Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
1,208.60 p
▲(11.91% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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