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13.31 USD
P/E
18.85
EPS
0.68
Yield
2.50%
Safety Score
92
P/B
1.68
ROE
8.71
Beta
-0.07
Target Price
13.45 USD
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Key Metrics
Earnings dateAug. 3, 2026
P/E18.85
EPS0.68
Book Value7.62
Price to Book1.68
Debt/Equity40.51
% Insiders0.055%
Growth
Revenue Growth0.03%
Earnings Growth-0.36%
Estimates
Forward P/E12.28
Forward EPS1.04
Target Mean Price13.45
Dividend
Dividend Yield2.50%
Annual dividends0.25 USD
Ex-Div. DateMarch 20, 2026
Payout47.76%
5y avg Yield2.40%

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Pearson plc Logo Pearson plc Analysis (PSO)

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Is Pearson plc a good investment? Pearson plc (PSO) is currently trading at 13.31 USD. Market analysts have a consensus price target of 13.45 USD. This suggests a potential upside from current levels.

In terms of valuation, the stock trades at a P/E ratio of 18.85. This valuation is generally in line with the broader market.

Earnings Schedule: Pearson plc is expected to release its next earnings report on Aug. 3, 2026. The market consensus estimate for Forward EPS is 1.04.

For income investors, Pearson plc pays a dividend yield of 2.50%. With a payout ratio of 48%, the dividend appears sustainable.

Investor FAQ

Does Pearson plc pay a dividend?

Yes, it pays an annual dividend of 0.25 USD (2.50% yield).

What asset class is Pearson plc?

Pearson plc is classified as a Stock. You can compare it against its peer in the "Related Symbols" list.

When is the next earnings date?

The next earnings date is projected to be Aug. 3, 2026. The company currently has a trailing EPS of 0.68.

Company Profile

Pearson plc provides educational courseware, assessments, and services in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, the Asia Pacific, other European countries, and internationally. It operates through five segments: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Enterprise Learning & Skills, and Higher Education. The Assessment & Qualifications segment offers pearson professional assessments, US student assessment, clinical assessment, UK GCSE, and A levels and international academic qualifications and associated courseware, including the English-speaking Canadian and Australian K-12 businesses, and PDR. The Virtual Learning segment provides virtual schools and online program management. The English Language Learning segment offers Pearson test of English, institutional courseware, and English online solutions. The Enterprise Learning & Skills segment provides vocational qualifications, GED, TalentLens, Faethm, Credly, Pearson College, and Enterprise content and training. The Higher Education segment engages in the US, Canadian, and international higher education courseware businesses. Pearson plc was founded in 1844 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Exchange Ticker
NYQ (United States) PSO
Dividend Yield

2.50% (5y avg: 2.40%)

Annual Dividends

0.25 USD

Next ex. div date

March 20, 2026

Payout Ratio

47.76%

Historical Dividends
Year Total Dividends
2026 0.35 USD
2025 0.32 USD
2024 0.29 USD
2023 0.27 USD
2022 0.27 USD
2021 0.28 USD
2020 0.25 USD
2019 0.24 USD
2018 0.24 USD
2017 0.49 USD
2016 0.73 USD
2015 0.79 USD
2014 0.81 USD
2013 0.70 USD
2012 0.69 USD
2011 0.64 USD
2010 0.54 USD
2009 0.53 USD
2008 0.61 USD
2007 0.59 USD
2006 0.50 USD
2005 0.48 USD
2004 0.44 USD
2003 0.35 USD
2002 0.34 USD
2001 0.35 USD
2000 0.38 USD
1999 0.39 USD
1998 0.17 USD
1997 0.19 USD

Yearly aggregated dividends

Dividends

Pearson plc
May 15, 2026 Upcoming
Dividend
0.23464 USD
Pearson plc
Sep 22, 2025 Paid
Dividend
0.10617 USD

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