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Pearson
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Pearson Business Overview & Revenue Model
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Pearson Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 3.58B | 3.55B | 3.67B | 3.84B | 3.43B |
| Gross Profit | 1.86B | 1.81B | 1.83B | 1.79B | 1.68B |
| EBITDA | 1.08B | 1.09B | 1.07B | 930.00M | 751.00M |
| Net Income | 335.00M | 434.00M | 378.00M | 242.00M | 177.00M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 6.46B | 6.89B | 6.73B | 7.31B | 7.34B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 333.00M | 543.00M | 312.00M | 543.00M | 937.00M |
| Total Debt | 1.90B | 1.47B | 1.16B | 1.22B | 1.40B |
| Total Liabilities | 2.79B | 2.84B | 2.74B | 2.89B | 3.06B |
| Stockholders Equity | 3.65B | 4.04B | 3.97B | 4.40B | 4.27B |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 661.00M | 503.00M | 399.00M | 304.00M | 150.00M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 690.00M | 627.00M | 525.00M | 361.00M | 326.00M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -277.00M | -131.00M | -301.00M | 13.00M | -80.00M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -609.00M | -241.00M | -450.00M | -804.00M | -414.00M |
Pearson Technical Analysis
Pearson Risk Analysis
Pearson Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
76 Outperform | £358.33M | 15.84 | 11.01% | 3.26% | -11.68% | -40.06% | |
71 Outperform | £9.92B | 141.89 | 1.20% | 2.34% | 15.73% | -76.05% | |
71 Outperform | £46.68B | 23.06 | 70.68% | 2.13% | 2.48% | 3.23% | |
65 Neutral | £6.01B | 18.64 | 11.94% | 2.32% | -0.82% | 30.81% | |
65 Neutral | £143.03M | 18.67 | 18.23% | 1.09% | -21.19% | -29.54% | |
63 Neutral | £372.46M | 6.41 | 6.31% | 0.53% | -6.22% | -6.69% | |
60 Neutral | $48.67B | 4.58 | -11.27% | 4.14% | 2.83% | -41.78% |
Pearson Corporate Events
Pearson PLC reported that, as of the close of business on 28 February 2026, it had 630,257,588 ordinary shares of 25p each in issue, with each share carrying one vote and no shares held in treasury. The company noted that this share count should be used by investors as the denominator when assessing disclosure obligations under the FCA’s Disclosure and Transparency Rules, underscoring ongoing regulatory compliance and providing clarity for shareholders monitoring their notifiable stakes.
The disclosure clarifies Pearson’s current voting rights base, which is important for institutional investors and other significant shareholders when determining whether changes in their holdings trigger reporting duties. By confirming that no shares are held in treasury, the company signals that all issued shares are currently in the market, which can affect calculations of voting power and ownership percentages among stakeholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has repurchased 140,106 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 953.51p per share, with prices ranging between 926.60p and 970.00p. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets, will be cancelled as part of the first £175 million tranche of the company’s broader £350 million share buyback programme, signaling continued capital returns and a reduction in the overall share count.
By cancelling the acquired shares rather than holding them in treasury, Pearson will effectively increase earnings per share over time, assuming stable profits. The move underscores management’s confidence in the company’s valuation and ongoing strategy, while providing direct benefits to remaining shareholders through a more efficient capital structure and potentially enhanced shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1032.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has repurchased 166,997 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 953.30 pence per share, with prices ranging between 938.80 pence and 965.00 pence. The company intends to cancel these shares, effectively reducing its share count and potentially enhancing earnings per share for investors.
The transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme, executed through Citigroup Global Markets. The ongoing buyback underscores management’s commitment to returning capital to shareholders and signals confidence in the company’s financial position and long-term strategy.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson reported underlying sales growth of 4% in 2025 to £3.58bn and a 6% rise in adjusted operating profit to £614m, lifting its margin to 17.2% and supporting an 8% increase in free cash flow and a 5% dividend rise. The group highlighted strong performances in virtual learning, assessments and enterprise skills, while absorbing a one-off impairment tied to platform consolidation that is expected to improve Higher Education profitability over time.
The company underscored its push into AI-powered products and enterprise solutions, securing eight major partnerships including a new tie-up with Salesforce, and completed a £350m share buyback while starting another £350m programme in early 2026. Backed by a solid balance sheet and new $800m credit facility, Pearson guided to mid-single digit sales growth, higher adjusted operating profit and robust cash conversion in 2026, reinforcing its positioning at the intersection of education, skills and an AI-enabled labour market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has repurchased 201,359 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 942.07 pence per share as part of its ongoing capital return programme. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets, will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count and potentially enhancing earnings per share and shareholder value over time.
This latest transaction falls within the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback, first outlined in January 2026 as a signal of balance sheet strength and confidence in future cash generation. For investors, the continued execution of the buyback underlines Pearson’s commitment to shareholder returns and may support the stock by providing incremental demand in the market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has repurchased 191,208 of its 25 pence ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 932.42 pence, with prices ranging between 918.00 pence and 947.00 pence per share. The company plans to cancel these shares, reducing its share count and potentially enhancing earnings per share and capital returns metrics.
These purchases form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme being executed through Citigroup Global Markets. The ongoing buyback underlines management’s confidence in the business and its cash generation, and signals a continued focus on shareholder value, which is closely watched by investors in the education and publishing sector.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has repurchased 260,125 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 928.94 pence per share on 23 February 2026, with prices ranging between 922.20 pence and 935.00 pence. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets, will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count.
These transactions form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s previously announced £350 million share buyback programme, signalling continued efforts to return capital to investors. The cancellation of shares should provide incremental support to earnings per share and underscores management’s confidence in the company’s valuation and cash-generation profile.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has continued executing its £350 million share buyback programme, repurchasing 211,629 ordinary shares on 20 February 2026 via Citigroup Global Markets at an average price of 928.39 pence. The company plans to cancel these shares, which form part of the first £175 million tranche, effectively reducing the share count and signalling ongoing efforts to return capital to shareholders and support its equity valuation.
The latest transaction underscores Pearson’s use of balance sheet capacity to enhance capital efficiency while maintaining its presence on the London Stock Exchange. For investors, the cancellation of repurchased stock is typically supportive of earnings per share over time and may be interpreted as management’s confidence in the company’s longer-term prospects in the competitive education and digital learning market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has repurchased 260,125 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 927.49 pence per share, with the trades executed by Citigroup Global Markets. The company plans to cancel these shares, reducing its share count as part of the first £175 million tranche of a wider £350 million share buyback programme announced in January, a move that typically signals confidence in the balance sheet and supports earnings per share for investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has repurchased 227,609 of its 25 pence ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 928.20 pence, with prices ranging between 921.80 pence and 937.00 pence per share. The company plans to cancel these shares, reducing its share count and potentially enhancing earnings per share for remaining investors.
The transaction is part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s previously announced £350 million share buyback programme being executed via Citigroup Global Markets. The continued execution of the buyback underlines management’s focus on returning capital to shareholders and signals confidence in the company’s financial position and long‑term strategy.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 114,747 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 920.60 pence per share, with prices ranging between 913.40 pence and 928.00 pence. The company plans to cancel these shares, thereby reducing its share count.
The transaction is part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme, executed via Citigroup Global Markets. By shrinking its equity base through ongoing repurchases, Pearson is returning capital to shareholders and potentially enhancing earnings per share, underscoring management’s focus on capital discipline and shareholder returns.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £13.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 250,000 of its 25p ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 911.23p per share, with prices ranging between 896.40p and 924.40p. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 16 February 2026, will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count.
This transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme announced in January 2026. The ongoing buyback underscores management’s focus on capital returns and is likely to enhance earnings per share and support the share price, benefiting existing shareholders over time.
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.
Pearson plc has repurchased 213,591 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange on 13 February 2026 at an average price of 913.42 pence, with prices ranging between 899.80 pence and 925.00 pence per share, and will cancel all of the acquired stock. The transaction, executed through Citigroup Global Markets, forms part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme announced in January, underscoring the company’s ongoing effort to return excess capital and enhance earnings per share by reducing its share count.
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.
Pearson plc has repurchased 213,736 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 908.13 pence per share, with prices ranging between 898.20 pence and 920.00 pence. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 12 February 2026, will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count.
These transactions form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme announced in January 2026. The cancellation of repurchased shares is expected to enhance capital returns to investors by boosting earnings per share and underlines management’s confidence in the company’s financial position and long-term strategy.
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.
Pearson has repurchased 321,829 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 889.17 pence per share, with prices ranging from 881.00 pence to 904.00 pence. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets, will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count.
The transaction is part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s previously announced £350 million share buyback programme. The move underscores the group’s ongoing capital-return strategy and may enhance earnings per share, signalling confidence in its financial position to shareholders and the wider market.
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.
Pearson plc has bought back 301,800 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 905.69 pence per share, with prices ranging between 890.60 pence and 916.20 pence. The purchased shares will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share count and potentially enhancing earnings per share for remaining investors.
The transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s wider £350 million share buyback programme, which is being executed through Citigroup Global Markets. This continued execution of the buyback underlines management’s capital-return strategy and signals confidence in the company’s financial position and long-term prospects for shareholders.
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.
Pearson plc has repurchased 274,400 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 899.22 pence per share, with prices ranging between 889.80 pence and 907.00 pence. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 9 February 2026, will be cancelled, reducing the company’s share capital.
This transaction is part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme announced in January 2026. The ongoing buyback underscores the group’s capital-return strategy and is likely to enhance earnings per share over time by shrinking the number of shares in issue, benefiting existing shareholders.
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.
Pearson has repurchased 301,800 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 889.23 pence per share, with prices ranging between 874.80p and 898.00p, via Citigroup Global Markets. The company plans to cancel these shares, and the transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of a £350 million share buyback programme announced in January 2026, underscoring continued efforts to return capital to investors and optimise its equity base.
By reducing the number of shares in issue, Pearson’s ongoing buyback is expected to be accretive to earnings per share and may support the share price, directly benefiting remaining shareholders. The use of a major investment bank to execute the trades highlights the scale and formality of the programme, signalling management’s confidence in the company’s financial position and long-term prospects.
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.
Pearson plc has continued execution of its previously announced £350 million share buyback programme, confirming the repurchase on 4 February 2026 of 350,210 ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange via Citigroup Global Markets at an average price of 889.45p per share, with the shares to be cancelled. The trades, which form part of the first £175 million tranche of the programme, underscore the company’s ongoing capital return strategy and are expected to reduce the number of shares in issue, potentially enhancing earnings per share and signalling management’s confidence in the business to shareholders and the wider market.
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.
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.
Pearson plc has repurchased 445,300 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 914.75 pence per share, with prices ranging between 889.60 pence and 962.80 pence. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 3 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 return capital to shareholders and potentially enhance earnings per share by reducing the company’s share count.
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.
Pearson plc has repurchased 445,300 of its 25 pence ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange via Citigroup Global Markets at an average price of 914.75p, within a trading range of 889.60p to 962.80p, on 3 February 2026. The repurchased shares will be cancelled and the transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s previously announced £350 million share buyback programme, signalling continued capital returns to shareholders and a reduction in the company’s share count, which may be supportive of earnings per share and shareholder value over time.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1022.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 236,580 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 962.26 pence per share, with prices ranging between 954.40 pence and 966.00 pence. The shares, acquired through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 2 February 2026, will be cancelled and form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme announced in January, a move that reduces the company’s share count and signals continued capital returns to investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1022.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has confirmed that, as of the close of business on 31 January 2026, it has 635,405,249 ordinary shares of 25p each in issue, all of which carry one vote per share at general meetings, and the company holds no shares in treasury. The company noted that this share capital figure should be used by investors as the denominator when calculating whether they must disclose holdings or changes in their interests under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s disclosure and transparency rules, underscoring Pearson’s ongoing compliance with regulatory reporting requirements and providing clarity for shareholders monitoring their voting power and reporting obligations.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1022.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 209,850 of its 25 pence ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 959.46 pence per share, with prices ranging between 948.20 pence and 964.80 pence. The shares, acquired through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 30 January 2026, will be cancelled and form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s previously announced £350 million share buyback programme, underscoring the company’s continued efforts to return capital to shareholders and optimise its capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1022.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has continued executing its share buyback strategy, repurchasing 281,752 ordinary shares on 29 January 2026 on the London Stock Exchange through Citigroup Global Markets at an average price of 946.20 pence per share, with prices ranging between 938.20 pence and 952.80 pence. The company plans to cancel these shares, and the latest transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of a broader £350 million buyback programme announced earlier in January, underscoring management’s ongoing focus on capital returns and signalling confidence in the company’s valuation to shareholders and the wider market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1017.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 205,000 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 944.30 pence per share, with prices ranging between 927.00 pence and 966.00 pence, through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 28 January 2026. The company plans to cancel the repurchased shares, and the transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of its broader £350 million share buyback programme, signalling continued capital returns to shareholders and a move to reduce the company’s share count, which can enhance earnings per share and support the stock in the market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1025.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 304,105 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 952.85p per share, with prices ranging between 938.00p and 968.80p. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 27 January 2026, will be cancelled and form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s ongoing £350 million share buyback programme, a capital return initiative that reduces the company’s share count and is likely to enhance earnings per share and signal management’s confidence to investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1017.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 218,163 of its ordinary 25 pence shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 969.03 pence per share, with prices ranging between 963.00 pence and 976.20 pence. The company will cancel the repurchased shares, which form part of the first £175 million tranche of its previously announced £350 million share buyback programme, signalling continued efforts to return capital to shareholders and reduce its share count, potentially enhancing earnings per share and supporting the stock in the market.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1000.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 158,694 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 964.14 pence per share, with prices ranging between 952.00 pence and 970.20 pence. The shares, bought through Citigroup Global Markets Limited on 23 January 2026, will be cancelled and form part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s previously announced £350 million share buyback programme, signalling ongoing efforts to return capital to shareholders and reduce the company’s share count.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1000.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has repurchased 250,000 of its ordinary shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of 960.72 pence per share, with prices ranging between 947.60 pence and 969.40 pence. The company will cancel the shares, and the transaction forms part of the first £175 million tranche of Pearson’s £350 million share buyback programme, signalling an ongoing capital return to shareholders and a reduction in the company’s share count that may enhance earnings per share over time.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1024.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has disclosed that Tom ap Simon, President of Higher Education and Virtual Learning, purchased 502.7652 American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) in Pearson plc at a price of $11.934 per ADR, through the company’s U.S. Employee Stock Purchase Plan for the period from 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2025. The transaction, executed on 20 January 2026 on the New York Stock Exchange and totaling approximately $6,000, represents a routine managerial dealing disclosure and signals ongoing executive financial alignment with Pearson’s equity, in line with regulatory transparency requirements for persons discharging managerial responsibilities.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Hold with a £1004.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson reported 4% underlying group sales growth for 2025, with momentum building in the fourth quarter as growth accelerated to 8%, supported by all business units. Adjusted operating profit is expected at £610–615 million, about 6% higher on an underlying basis, and free cash flow conversion exceeded 95%, reinforcing a strong balance sheet with net debt around £1.1 billion and a £0.1 billion state aid tax recovery. Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, Higher Education, English Language Learning and Enterprise Learning & Skills all grew for the year, with particularly strong Q4 performances in Virtual Learning and Enterprise Learning. Strategically, Pearson advanced its use of AI and expanded enterprise partnerships, launching the AI-powered Communication Coach within Microsoft 365, forming a new strategic partnership with IBM, winning a major vocational skilling contract in Saudi Arabia, and being chosen as the test delivery provider for Google Cloud certifications. Management said the company enters 2026 with solid momentum and confirmed its unchanged medium-term outlook of mid-single-digit underlying sales growth, steady margin expansion and strong cash conversion, underlining confidence in its positioning in professional upskilling and digital learning markets despite some contract headwinds in US student assessment.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1420.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc has disclosed that its Chief Executive Officer, Omar Abbosh, has received an allotment of 472,951 ordinary shares following the vesting of awards under the company’s Long-Term Incentive Plan, with a portion of 52,025 shares sold on the London Stock Exchange to meet associated tax liabilities at a price of £10.5013 per share. The transaction underscores Pearson’s continued use of equity-based remuneration to align executive incentives with shareholder interests and reflects standard governance practice in the UK market, with no change in the company’s underlying operations but a modest adjustment to the CEO’s direct shareholding structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1440.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson PLC has confirmed that, as of 31 December 2025, it has 635,814,880 ordinary shares of 25 pence each admitted to trading, with each share carrying one vote at general meetings and no shares held in treasury. This updated share capital figure serves as the official denominator for investors when calculating whether they must disclose holdings or changes in their interests under the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s Disclosure and Transparency Rules, reinforcing regulatory compliance and providing clarity to shareholders on the company’s voting rights structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1440.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc announced a transaction involving Alex Hardiman, a Non-Executive Director, who purchased 1,310 American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) of the company at a price of $13.9650 per ADR. This transaction, conducted on the New York Stock Exchange, reflects managerial confidence in the company’s market position and could signal positive expectations for Pearson’s future performance.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1440.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson plc announced a transaction involving the purchase of 875 American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) by Arden Hoffman, a Non-Executive Director of the company. The transaction, valued at $11,926.25, took place on December 10, 2025, on the New York Stock Exchange. This purchase highlights insider confidence in the company’s stock and may influence stakeholder perceptions and market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1440.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.
Pearson has announced changes to its Board Committees, with Costis Maglaras, a Non-Executive Director, being appointed to the Audit Committee and the Reputation & Responsibility Committee effective from January 1, 2026. This strategic move is part of Pearson’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its governance and enhance its operational oversight, potentially impacting its industry positioning and stakeholder relations positively.
The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1187.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.