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PSO Stock Chart & Stats
$14.66
-$0.29(-1.77%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$14.66
-$0.29(-1.77%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$12.02 - $17.66
Previous CloseN/A
Volume265.15K
Average Volume (3M)748.90K
Market Cap
$10.57B
Enterprise Value$8.04B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$332.41M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.48B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.6
Beta0.29
Next Earnings
Aug 03, 2026EPS Estimate
0.36Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.11%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.52
Shares Outstanding598,496,030
10 Day Avg. Volume670,296
30 Day Avg. Volume748,897
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.01
Price to Book (P/B)1.86
Price to Sales (P/S)1.90
P/FCF Ratio10.50
Enterprise Value/Market Cap0.76
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.25
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.34
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.86
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$17.40Price Target Upside18.69% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)0.94
Revenue Forecast (FY)$4.98B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow StrengthHigh free cash flow conversion (about 96% of net income in 2025) supports durable capital allocation: funds technology investment, buybacks, and debt servicing without relying on external financing. This underpins funding of digital transition and cushions execution risk over the medium term.
Sustainable Profitability & Margin TargetsRobust gross margins (~52%) and a healthy adjusted operating margin (17.2% in 2025), coupled with a stated multi‑year margin improvement plan (~40bps p.a.), indicate structural operating leverage. Digital product mix and cost efficiency programs make margins more resilient amid top‑line variability.
Enterprise Partnerships & Product InnovationLarge strategic partnerships and a growing enterprise backlog create multi‑year, contract‑backed revenue streams, diversifying exposure away from cyclical textbook sales. Combined with heavy AI/product investment, this strengthens recurring revenue potential and cross‑sell opportunities over the medium term.
Bears Say
Multi‑year Revenue DeclinesThree consecutive years of revenue decline indicate structural top‑line weakness that cost cuts alone may not offset. Sustained revenue erosion makes it harder to meet medium‑term sales CAGR targets, limits operating leverage upside, and raises reliance on one‑off gains or enterprise deals to restore growth.
Rising Leverage And Interest CostsNet debt growth and higher interest expense reduce financial flexibility. Increased leverage—partly after a £350m buyback—and rising interest costs can constrain investment in products and hiring, and amplify downside if revenue recovery lags or enterprise deal timing slips.
Execution & Recognition RiskSignificant execution risks persist: platform consolidation led to a one‑off £87m impairment, a material contract loss (New Jersey) hit A&Q near term, and enterprise deals face timing/signature uncertainty. These issues can delay cashflows and mute expected backlog conversion over multiple quarters.
PSO FAQ
What was Pearson PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Pearson PLC lowest stock price was $12.02 and its highest was $17.66 in the past 12 months.
What is Pearson PLC’s market cap?
Pearson PLC’s market cap is $10.57B.
When is Pearson PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Pearson PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 03, 2026 which is in 19 days.
How were Pearson PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Pearson PLC released its earnings results on Feb 27, 2026. The company reported $0.529 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.523 by $0.006.
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 $0.236 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.11%. See more information on Pearson PLC dividends here
What is Pearson PLC’s EPS estimate?
Pearson PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.36.
How many shares outstanding does Pearson PLC have?
Pearson PLC has 598,496,030 shares outstanding.
What happened to Pearson PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Pearson PLC reported an EPS of $0.529 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.523. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.923%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Pearson PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PSO
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Pearson Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$17.40 (18.69% Upside)
$17.40 (18.69% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
PSO Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 62%
Sector Average 62%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 187.0 Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.7%
Last 30 Days ▼ 0.7%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
25.95%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.26%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
0.63%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Pearson PLC
Pearson plc is a prominent international provider of educational content, evaluations, and related services. Its operations span the globe, with a significant presence in regions such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, the Asia Pacific, and various other European countries. The company structures its diverse offerings across five main divisions: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Higher Education, and Workforce Skills. The Assessment & Qualifications segment oversees a wide array of examinations and certifications. This includes professional and vocational testing through Pearson VUE, standardized student assessments for the US and UK (such as GCSEs and A-levels), clinical assessments, and various international academic qualifications. Virtual Learning is dedicated to digital education, delivering virtual school environments and managing online learning programs for institutions. The English Language Learning division focuses on English language instruction, offering the Pearson Test of English, institutional courseware, and online English learning solutions. The Higher Education segment is responsible for developing and distributing educational materials and resources specifically for post-secondary institutions across the US, Canada, and other international markets. Finally, Workforce Skills aims to equip individuals with career-ready competencies. Its portfolio features vocational qualifications like BTEC and GED, talent assessment tools such as TalentLens, workforce intelligence provided by Faethm, direct education through Pearson College, and apprenticeship programs. Founded in 1844, Pearson plc maintains its corporate headquarters in London, United Kingdom.
PSO Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$17.40
▲(18.69% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
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Insiders
0.30% Mutual Funds
<0.01% Other Institutional Investors
99.47% Public Companies and
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