Pearson: Don't let one soft quarter fool you, says leading bank
Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) may have had a soft quarter in Higher Education, but UBS thinks the real story is the acceleration of the market itself. After a flat Q3 last year, the analysts estimate US Higher Ed grew about 6% in Q3 2025, helped by a strong showing from McGraw Hill and steady progress at Cengage.
Leading sticks with 'buy' on Pearson after CEO discussion
UBS has reaffirmed its 'buy' rating on Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) and kept its price target at 1,460p, implying nearly 48% upside from the current share price of 988p. The broker came away from a fireside chat with chief executive Omar Abbosh feeling confident about the company's near-term performance and longer-term growth prospects.
Pearson: Bullish On Q3 Beat And Favorable Q4 Expectations (Rating Upgrade)
Pearson's rating is upgraded to "Buy" after a strong Q3 and optimistic Q4 guidance. The Virtual Learning and Assessment & Qualifications segments outperformed, which translated into above-consensus results. PSO's Q4 outlook is favorable, with new contracts, Salesforce certification exclusivity, and ELS growth from a Cognizant partnership.
Pearson shares rise 5% after strong quarter bucks wider market sell-off
Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) shares rose 5% to 1,150p on Friday, defying triple-digit losses across the wider London market, after the education group posted another solid quarter and reaffirmed its full-year guidance. The company reported a 4% rise in underlying sales for the three months to September and a 2% increase year-to-date, with chief executive Omar Abbosh calling it “another quarter of good progress”.
Pearson posts steady Q3 growth as AI and enterprise deals boost sales
Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) has delivered another solid quarter, reporting a 4% rise in underlying group sales for the three months to September and a 2% increase for the year so far. The company said it remains on track to meet full-year expectations, with stronger growth expected in the final quarter.
Pearson plc (PSO) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Pearson plc (NYSE:PSO ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call August 1, 2025 3:30 AM ET Company Participants Alex Shore - Corporate Participant Arthur Valentine - President of Assessment & Qualifications Omar Paul Abbosh - CEO & Executive Director Sally Kate Miranda Johnson - CFO & Executive Director Sharon Hague - President of English Language Learning Tom Ap Simon - President of Higher Education & Virtual Learning Conference Call Participants Adam Ian Berlin - UBS Investment Bank, Research Division James Tate - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Luke Holbrook - Morgan Stanley, Research Division Nicholas Michael Edward Dempsey - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Alex Shore Good morning, everyone, and welcome to Pearson's 2025 Interim Results. Today, we will host a presentation followed by a Q&A session.
Pearson up 5% as it points to second-half acceleration
Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) shares climbed 5% in early trading after the company reported interim results showing steady progress against its medium-term strategy and kept 2025 guidance unchanged. The education group's sales rose 2% on an underlying basis to £1.72 billion for the first half, with each business line performing broadly as expected.
Down 11.1% in 4 Weeks, Here's Why You Should You Buy the Dip in Pearson (PSO)
Pearson (PSO) is technically in oversold territory now, so the heavy selling pressure might have exhausted. This along with strong agreement among Wall Street analysts in raising earnings estimates could lead to a trend reversal for the stock.
Top Of The Class: Why You Should Consider Pearson For Your Portfolio
I've been tutoring for over a decade and have seen significant technological advancements in EdTech, making it a promising sector for investment. Pearson and Duolingo represent an "old world vs. new world" dynamic in the education industry, each with unique strengths and growth potential. Pearson, a traditional textbook company, has been adapting to digital trends, while Duolingo leverages innovative, app-based language learning solutions.
Leading bank holds steady on Pearson despite UK immigration shake-up
UBS has reaffirmed its Buy rating on Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON), maintaining a price target of 1,460p and arguing that proposed UK immigration reforms are unlikely to have a meaningful impact on the company's earnings. The government's new White Paper outlines a tougher stance on immigration, with a series of proposed changes to student and skilled worker visa routes.
Pearson says 2025 outlook on track as Q1 performance builds momentum
Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) said it is on track to meet full-year guidance, with the learning group's first-quarter performance matching expectations and stronger sales growth anticipated in the second half. Group sales rose 1% on an underlying basis in Q1 2025, with all business units performing in line with forecasts.
AI Isn't Enough: Why Pearson's Stock Looks Overvalued And Vulnerable
Pearson plc's Q4 earnings showed a 10% profit boost and a 16.9% EBIT margin, but competitive pressures and macroeconomic risks loom large. The company's AI integration and partnerships with AWS and Microsoft aim to enhance digital learning, yet the valuation appears overly optimistic. Despite strong business momentum, Pearson's reliance on a strong H2 2025 and declining free cash flow raise concerns about long-term growth.
