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Pearson PLC(PSON) Stock Analysis | Communication Services

GBX --+0.00%
Reward58Moderate
Risk28Low
75%Data
2.0% dividend yield
GBX —+0.00 (+0.00%) Previous close · LSE
Market cap 7.72Bn
Reward Ratingⓘ58 Moderate reward assessment · 75% data coverage
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Risk Ratingⓘ28 Low risk assessment
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Market Performance

Stock returned +10.0% over the past year, broadly in line with market conditions.

What is Pearson PLC?

Pearson plc provides educational courseware, assessments, and services in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, the Asia Pacific, other European countries, and internationally.

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What is Pearson PLC?

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 company is listed on the LSE in UK, operating in the Communication Services sector, with a market capitalisation of 7.72B, and a P/E ratio of 25.7x.

Financial Highlights

Investment Breakdown

Growth
Moderate growth momentum — positive trajectory without breakout acceleration.
Profitability
Adequate profitability with some margin variability in recent periods.
Risk
Below-average volatility supports a steadier risk profile.
Valuation
Valuation appears fair relative to current fundamentals.

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Reward: Moderate (58)

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Company Information
SectorCommunication Services
IndustryPublishing
Market Cap7.72B
P/E Ratio25.7
Dividend Yield2.02%
Beta-0.051
Insider Activity
12M windowAwaiting coverage
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