Pearson (PSON) pays a Annual dividend. This page shows PSON’s dividend history, latest dividend amount, dividend yield, ex-dividend date, record date, and dividend payment date.
Dividend Data
Dividend Data
Last Ex-Dividend Date
Mar 19, 2026
Payment date May 08, 2026
Dividend Amount Per Share
17.4 p
Semiannually
Dividend Yield
2.32%
Sector: Communication Services Sector Average: 1.181%
The table shows Pearson PLC’s dividend history, including amount per share, payout frequency, declaration, record, and payment dates.
FAQ
Does Pearson PLC pay dividends?
Yes, GB:PSON has paid a dividend within the past 12 months.
How much is Pearson PLC's dividend?
GB:PSON pays a dividend of 17.4 p per share. GB:PSON's annual dividend yield is 2.32%.
When is Pearson PLC ex-dividend date?
Pearson's previous ex-dividend date was on Mar 19, 2026. Pearson shareholders who own GB:PSON stock before this date received Pearson's last dividend payment of 7.8 p per share on Sep 15, 2025. GB:PSON's next ex-dividend date has not been announced yet.
When is Pearson PLC dividend payment date?
Pearson's next quarterly payment date is on Sep 15, 2025, when Pearson shareholders who owned GB:PSON shares before Aug 14, 2025 received a dividend payment of 7.8 p per share. Add GB:PSON to your watchlist to be reminded of GB:PSON's next dividend payment.
Does Pearson PLC have sufficient earnings to cover their dividend?
Yes, GB:PSON's past year earnings per share was 0.39 p, and their annual dividend per share is 24.40 p. GB:PSON's dividend payout ratio is 40.67% (24.40 p/0.39 p) which is sustainable.