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Pearson PLC (PSO)
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 28, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2024 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.46Last Year’s EPS
0.41Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 22, 2019
|% Change Since: 17.62%
|Next Earnings Date:Jul 27, 2018
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflected a generally positive outlook with strong financial results, strategic progress, and successful integration of AI. However, challenges persist in certain segments like Virtual Learning and PTE, and net debt has increased. Overall, the positive aspects and strategic initiatives outweigh the lowlights.Company Guidance
In the Q2 2024 earnings call for Pearson (PSON.L), the executives provided guidance indicating confidence in achieving their 2024 financial targets, supported by strategic shifts and robust performance across various segments. Sally Kate Johnson highlighted a 2% increase in underlying sales, excluding OPM, and a 4% rise in adjusted operating profit to GBP 250 million. The company experienced strong operating cash flow, up by GBP 50 million, and free cash flow increased by GBP 77 million, leading to a proposed 6% increase in the interim dividend to 7.4p. Despite a slight 2% decline in higher education sales, there were encouraging signs of progress, with Pearson Plus boasting 5 million registered users and 1.1 million paid subscriptions. The company remains optimistic about a return to growth in higher education for the full year. With a focus on assessments and qualifications, enterprise skills, and early careers, Pearson anticipates mid-single-digit sales growth and aims for sustained margin improvements averaging 40 basis points per annum beyond 2025, while maintaining strong free cash flow conversion.Solid Financial Performance
Underlying sales, excluding OPM, grew by 2%, and adjusted operating profit increased by 4% to GBP 250 million. Free cash flow rose by GBP 77 million, reflecting strong operational cash performance.
Strategic Progress and AI Integration
Pearson has made significant strides in integrating AI into its product offerings, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiencies. The company is on track to meet its strategic priorities for 2024.
Positive Outlook in Higher Education
Encouraging signs in higher education with spring market adoption data indicating small share gains. Pearson Plus performed well with 5 million registered users and 1.1 million paid subscriptions, representing 18% growth.
Dividend Increase
Reflecting strong performance and confidence in future prospects, Pearson is proposing a 6% increase in the interim dividend to 7.4p.
Successful Cost Management
Operational improvements and AI-enabled initiatives expected to unlock tens of millions of pounds in savings over the medium term.
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PSO Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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PSO Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Jul 29, 2024 | $13.34 | $13.26 | -0.60% |
| Mar 01, 2024 | $11.91 | $12.48 | +4.79% |
| Jul 31, 2023 | $10.77 | $10.70 | -0.65% |
| Mar 03, 2023 | $10.48 | $10.06 | -4.01% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Pearson PLC (PSO) report earnings?
Pearson PLC (PSO) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 28, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Pearson PLC (PSO) earnings time?
Pearson PLC (PSO) earnings time is at Feb 28, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is PSO EPS forecast?
PSO EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2024 (Q4) is 0.46.
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