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Pearson Plc(LSE) PSON

Market Cap£7.52BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1992)+1,160%
5 Year+59%
1 Year+10%
1 Month+2%
£12.50
-0.60%
-0.08Today
Pearson Plc last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeGBX 1,247.002026-08-03
Pearson Plc stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.95%GBX 1,259.002026-07-27
1 month+1.67%GBX 1,226.502026-07-03
3 month+11.34%GBX 1,120.002026-05-05
Year to date+18.76%GBX 1,050.002025-12-31
1 year+9.63%GBX 1,137.502025-08-01
3 year+48.63%GBX 839.002023-08-04
5 year+58.61%GBX 786.202021-08-04
Since inception+1,159.7%GBX 1.001992-01-02

Pearson Plc Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

£7.52BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

£7.15B

Net Income (TTM)

£760.00M

EPS (TTM)

£0.50

P/E Ratio

25.25

Dividend

£0.25

Beta (Volatility)

0.02 (Low)

Price

£12.50

Volume

1,796,247

Open

£12.58

Previous Close

£12.50

Daily Range

£12.14 - £12.75

52-Week Range

£8.75 - £13.37

Estimated Earnings Date

Feb 26, 2027

PSON News

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FTSE Shares That Soared and Plunged This Week

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5 FTSE 100 Shares Trading Near 52-Week Lows

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3 FTSE 100 Shares Going Ex-Dividend Next Week

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Is Now the Time to Buy Pearson?

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About Pearson Plc

Pearson plc is a leading global education company that provides a wide range of educational materials, assessment solutions, and related services. Operating in various regions, including the UK, US, Canada, and Asia Pacific, Pearson is dedicated to enhancing learning experiences through innovative products and services.

Products and Services
  • Assessment & Qualifications, including Pearson VUE and academic accreditations
  • Virtual Learning, offering online program management and virtual schools
  • English Language Learning, featuring the Pearson Test of English and digital resources
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to £1.855 billion in Q4 2025, reflecting strong demand
  • Net income rose to £171 million in Q4 2025, showcasing profitability
  • Operating income margin improved to 14.8% in Q4 2025, indicating operational efficiency
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of £6.8 billion, demonstrating consistent growth
  • Dividend yield of 2.00%, providing attractive returns to shareholders
  • Net profit margin of 9.4% TTM, reflecting effective cost management
Pearson plc has established itself as a key player in the education sector, focusing on delivering high-quality educational resources and services. The company's diverse product offerings cater to various educational needs, from K-12 to higher education and workforce skills. Recent financial performance indicates a positive trajectory, with significant revenue growth and improved profitability metrics. The company's commitment to innovation and quality positions it well for future growth in an evolving educational landscape.
AI Generated • Aug 1, 2026

Industry

Diversified Consumer Services

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

16,665

CEO

Omar P. Abbosh, MBA

Website

plc.pearson.com

Headquarters

London, GL WC2R 0RL, GB

PSON Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

52.04%

Operating Margin

14.53%

Net Income Margin

8.78%

Return on Equity

9.13%

Return on Capital

12.32%

Return on Assets

5.01%

Earnings Yield

3.96%

Dividend Yield

2.00%

Payout Ratio

49.53%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

£7.52BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

598.50M

Volume

1.80M

Avg. Volume

1.88M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

£3.70B

Operating Income

£1.08B

EBITDA

£2.21B

Operating Cash Flow

£1.89B

Capital Expenditure

-£70.00M

Free Cash Flow

£1.82B

Cash & ST Invst.

£339.00M

Total Debt

£1.76B

Pearson Plc Performance Analysis

Pearson Plc annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 3,841,000,00012.0%
20232023-12-31GBP 3,674,000,000-4.3%
20242024-12-31GBP 3,552,000,000-3.3%
20252025-12-31GBP 3,577,000,0000.7%
Pearson Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-312.5%
Q22025-06-30-4.2%
Q42025-12-317.7%
Q22026-06-30-4.1%
Pearson Plc annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31GBP 0.3339.9%
20232023-12-31GBP 0.5361.6%
20242024-12-31GBP 0.6320.4%
20252025-12-31GBP 0.51-20.0%
Pearson Plc sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-3178.3%
Q22025-06-30-41.5%
Q42025-12-318.3%
Q22026-06-30-7.7%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

£1.78B

+1.4%

Gross Profit

£910.00M

+3.5%

Gross Margin

51.15%

N/A

Market Cap

£7.52BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

£439.54K

N/A

Employees

17,116

N/A

Net Income

£148.00M

-5.7%

EBITDA

£497.00M

+67.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

£339.00M

+2.1%

Total Debt

£1.76B

+8.9%

Accounts Receivable

£1.03B

-4.9%

Inventory

£72.00M

-19.1%

Long Term Debt

£1.69B

+29.8%

Short Term Debt

£70.00M

-77.6%

Return on Assets

5.01%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

10.09%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

£328.00M

+475.4%

Operating Cash Flow

£354.00M

+372.0%

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Questions About PSON

What is the current price of Pearson Plc?

Pearson Plc is trading at £12.50 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Pearson Plc?

Over the past 52 weeks, Pearson Plc has traded between £8.75 and £13.37.

How much debt does Pearson Plc have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Pearson Plc reported total debt of £1.48B.

How much cash does Pearson Plc have on hand?

Pearson Plc reported £327.00M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Pearson Plc’s dividend yield?

Pearson Plc currently has a dividend yield of 2.00%.

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