Announcement • May 29
Pearson Launches AI Modules To Address Ai Readiness Gap Between Higher Education And Work Pearson announced new AI modules designed to help college and university students build practical, workforce-relevant AI skills within their field of study. The modules, now available internationally and launching in the United States by August 1, embed industry-relevant AI learning directly into courses across more than 20 disciplines—including business, health, science, and social sciences—making AI relevant to how students will use it in their future careers. Students who complete the AI modules earn Credly badges, providing a recognized credential that signals job-ready AI proficiency to employers. The AI modules integrate applied scenarios, real-world use cases, and guided practice into existing higher education coursework. By embedding AI directly into subject matter, they help students understand how AI is used in their field and develop the confidence to apply it responsibly. These modules are available in MyLab and Mastering and come in addition to the AI Literacy Modules Pearson provides educators to teach about ethical and responsible AI practices. Pearson's application of generative AI is backed by learning science, vetted by subject matter experts, and designed to promote better student outcomes. Pearson is committed to the responsible application of AI to enhance the teaching and learning experience for educators, students, and employers. Announcement • May 04
Pearson plc Approves to Elect Simon Robson as Director, Effective 8 May 2026 Pearson plc approved to elect Simon Robson as director with effect from 8 May 2026. Announcement • Mar 26
Pearson plc, Annual General Meeting, May 01, 2026 Pearson plc, Annual General Meeting, May 01, 2026. Location: the companys registered office, 80 strand, wc2r 0rl, london United Kingdom Declared Dividend • Mar 02
Final dividend increased to UK£0.17 Dividend of UK£0.17 is 4.8% higher than last year. Ex-date: 19th March 2026 Payment date: 8th May 2026 Dividend yield will be 2.6%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.4%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (49% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (30% cash payout ratio). The dividend has decreased over the past 10 years, indicating a lack of growth and stability in payments. EPS is expected to grow by 38% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Feb 28
Full year 2025 earnings: EPS misses analyst expectations Full year 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.51 (down from UK£0.65 in FY 2024). Revenue: UK£3.58b (flat on FY 2024). Net income: UK£335.0m (down 23% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 9.4% (down from 12% in FY 2024). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 13%. Revenue is forecast to grow 4.5% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.6% growth forecast for the Consumer Services industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 17% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 3% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Feb 03
Now 26% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 15% to UK£8.95. The fair value is estimated to be UK£12.08, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has declined by 2.8% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 23%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 4.3% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 1.7% per annum over the same time period. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Jan 16
Now 22% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 16% to UK£9.39. The fair value is estimated to be UK£12.03, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has declined by 2.8% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 23%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 4.4% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 1.8% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Jan 14
Pearson plc to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on Feb 27, 2026 Pearson plc announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results on Feb 27, 2026 Recent Insider Transactions Derivative • Jan 08
CEO & Executive Director exercised options and sold UK£546k worth of stock On the 2nd of January, Omar Abbosh exercised 472.95k options at around UK£0.0000082, then sold 52k of the shares acquired at an average of UK£10.50 per share and kept the remainder. For the year to December 2024, Omar's total compensation was 6% salary and 94% other compensation. This indicates that these sales could comprise a meaningful part of their income for the year. Since March 2025, Omar's direct individual holding has increased from 384.85k shares to 805.78k. Company insiders have collectively sold UK£542k more than they bought, via options and on-market transactions in the last 12 months. Announcement • Dec 05
Pearson plc Appoints Costis Maglaras to Audit Committee and the Reputation & Responsibility Committee, Effective from January 1, 2026 Pearson PLC announced the following changes to the membership of its Board Committees. Costis Maglaras, Non-Executive Director, will be appointed to the Audit Committee and the Reputation & Responsibility Committee with effect from January 1, 2026. Announcement • Nov 19
Pearson Launches AI-Powered Communication Coach to Transform Everyday Work into Continuous Learning Pearson announced the launch of Communication Coach, an AI-powered learning product developed as part of the company's co-innovation efforts with Microsoft. Integrated into Microsoft 365, Communication Coach is designed to improve the communication ability of both native English and non-native English speakers and can be adapted to any level of professional looking to improve their communication skills. Pearson's Communication Coach analyzes an employee's speech, communication data, and meeting interactions. It then combines that data with Pearson's trusted learning science and learning content. As a result, the Communication Coach delivers real-time tips and feedback on grammar, vocabulary, tone, expression, clarity and professional interactions. Communication Coach is underpinned by Pearson's skills intelligence engine, which draws on data sets from Pearson properties like Faethm and Credly, the world's largest certification platform. In addition, the skills engine can draw on company specific platforms and can be fine-tuned with Microsoft 365 Copilot. Communication Coach is aligned with Pearson's Global Scale of English, the company's proprietary rubber to benchmark English language proficiency. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Nov 06
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 6.7% to UK£10.03. The fair value is estimated to be UK£12.71, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has declined by 2.8% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 23%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 10% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 0.5% in the next 2 years. Announcement • Oct 27
Pearson plc Appoints Costis Maglaras as Independent Non-Executive Director, with Effect from 1 November 2025 Pearson announced the appointment of Costis Maglaras as independent Non-Executive Director, with effect from 1 November 2025. Costis has held significant leadership positions within higher education and brings significant expertise in business transformation in an era of innovation and AI. Costis is Dean of Columbia Business School, where he is also the David and Lyn Silfen Professor of Business. As a trained technologist he has a focus on enhancing curriculum and learning to meet the demands of the rapidly changing global business landscape and fostering a greater understanding of the role of technological breakthroughs in solving business challenges. His fields of expertise include the impact of transformative technologies such as neural networks, machine vision, blockchain, AI, and robotics. Costis has been with Columbia Business School since 1998, during which time he also has consulted extensively at Goldman Sachs, Bank of America and Mismi Inc, on topics such as algorithmic trading. Costis earned Ph.D. and Master's degrees in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, along with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Imperial College London. Announcement • Oct 17
Pearson plc Provides Sales Guidance for the Full Year 2025 Pearson plc provided sales guidance for the full year 2025. The company expected group sales growth in line with market expectations for 2025 with stronger sales growth in fourth quarter. Assessment & Qualifications sales to grow low to mid-single digit. Growth will be fourth quarter weighted due to new and renewed contracts. Virtual Learning return to growth in H2, and for the full year, driven by enrolment increases, partially from new school openings, for the 2025/26 academic year. Higher Education sales growth in 2025 will be higher than in 2024 as the company build on the successful results of the company sales team transformation and product innovations, particularly using AI. English Language Learning sales growth will moderate given the impacts of elections on immigration rates in 2025 affecting the company PTE business. The company expected growth to be fourth quarter weighted. The company remain confident in the medium term outlook given demographic projections. Enterprise Learning & Skills sales to grow high single digit with Vocational Qualifications seeing solid growth and the addition of several new contracts for Enterprise Solutions. Growth will be supported by recent customer announcements and pipeline activity. Announcement • Aug 29
Pearson Expands AI-Powered Study Prep in Canada, Supporting Personalized Learning to Build A Skilled Workforce Pearson has expanded its AI-powered Study Prep tool to Canada, making it available to over 1.5 million higher education students in the country. This launch is part of Study Prep's 2025 international expansion. Study Prep leverages AI and trusted video content to provide personalized, on-demand academic support across more than 25 subjects. Study Prep's expansion will offer personalized learning and quality AI-powered tools to help Canadian students succeed in the classroom and gain the skills needed to build a stronger, future-ready Canadian workforce. Study Prep helps support Canada's commitment to innovation in education by providing a tool that will aide instructors and students by bringing human expertise together with thoughtfully designed AI built for learning. Students have access to thousands of bite-sized video explanations and practice problems, assistance from expert human tutors, and AI-powered study tools. Study Prep's syllabus-matching technology creates personalized study plans tailored to any student's unique course. Students can engage directly with their video content by clicking on the "ask a question" button to automatically pause the video and have the embedded AI chat bot answer questions on those specific concepts. Students can also use the AI tutor to tackle challenging concepts with scaffolded step-by-step guidance all in the flow of learning. Study Prep offers support in the sciences, math, psychology, business, social sciences and more, complementing a full range of course materials that are assigned to higher education students. Pearson's application of generative AI is backed by learning science, vetted by subject matter experts, and shows tangible improved learning outcomes for students such as more active, engaged study and higher order recognition. With over 80% of products now digital or digitally enabled, Pearson is committed to the responsible application of AI to enhance the teaching and learning experience for educators, students, and employees. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 26
Now 20% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 8.6% to UK£10.85. The fair value is estimated to be UK£13.59, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has declined by 2.8% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 23%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 10% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 1.8% in the next 2 years. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 08
Now 20% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 7.7% to UK£10.75. The fair value is estimated to be UK£13.49, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has declined by 2.8% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 23%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 10% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 1.8% in the next 2 years. Announcement • Aug 07
Pearson Expands Ai-Powered Study Prep, Supporting Personalized Learning Worldwide Pearson announced the international expansion of Study Prep, its AI-enhanced video learning experience that provides personalized study support across more than 25 academic subjects. Launched commercially globally in the first half of 2025, Study Prep will now reach students worldwide, including in Canada, Brazil, the UK, India, China, and South Africa. Study Prep's expansion represents a significant step toward broadening access to AI-powered learning resources around the world. Study Prep delivers a comprehensive learning experience, bringing human expertise together with thoughtfully designed AI purpose-built for learning. Students have access to thousands of bite-sized video explanations and practice problems, assistance from expert human tutors, and AI-powered study tools. Study Prep's curriculumabus-matching technology creates personalized study plans tailored to a student's unique course, as its AI Tutor helps students instantly tackle challenging concepts with scaffolded step-by-step guidance all in the flow of learning. Students can also engage directly with their video content by clicking on the "ask a question" button to automatically pause the video and have the embedded AI chat bot answer questions on those specific concepts. Study Prep offers support in the sciences, math, and psychology, with more disciplines being added soon. Study Prep complements traditional course materials, providing students with on-demand study support that aligns with the specific courses they're enrolled in. Pearson's application of generative AI is backed by learning science, vetted by subject matter experts, and shows tangible improved learning outcomes for students such as more active, engaged study and higher order recognition. With over 80% of products now digital or digitally enabled, Pearson is committed to the responsible application of AI to enhance the teaching and learning experience for educators, students, and employees. Declared Dividend • Aug 04
First half dividend increased to UK£0.078 Dividend of UK£0.078 is 5.4% higher than last year. Ex-date: 14th August 2025 Payment date: 15th September 2025 Dividend yield will be 2.1%, which is lower than the industry average of 2.4%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (37% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (25% cash payout ratio). The dividend has decreased over the past 10 years, indicating a lack of growth and stability in payments. EPS is expected to grow by 14% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Aug 03
First half 2025 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.25 (vs UK£0.23 in 1H 2024) First half 2025 results: EPS: UK£0.25 (up from UK£0.23 in 1H 2024). Revenue: UK£1.72b (down 1.8% from 1H 2024). Net income: UK£164.0m (up 4.5% from 1H 2024). Profit margin: 9.5% (in line with 1H 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 4.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.3% growth forecast for the Consumer Services industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 23% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 9% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 02
Pearson plc to Report First Half, 2025 Results on Aug 01, 2025 Pearson plc announced that they will report first half, 2025 results on Aug 01, 2025 Announcement • Jun 29
Pearson plc Announces the Appointment of Arden Hoffman to Remuneration Committee and the Reputation & Responsibility Committee , Effective 1 July 2025 Pearson plc announced that Arden Hoffman (Non-Executive Director) will be appointed to the Remuneration Committee and the Reputation & Responsibility Committee with effect from 1 July 2025. Announcement • Jun 13
Pearson plc (LSE:PSON) signed an agreement to acquire eDynamic Holdings LP. Pearson plc (LSE:PSON) signed an agreement to acquire eDynamic Holdings LP on June 13, 2025. The consideration for eDynamic Learning will be funded from existing cash resources and available liquidity. Completion of the acquisition is expected to occur in H2 2025 subject to regular closing conditions, including any required regulatory filings or approvals.?? Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Jun 13
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 15% to UK£10.66. The fair value is estimated to be UK£13.41, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 26%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 3.6% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 2.8% per annum over the same time period. New Risk • Jun 10
New minor risk - Dividend sustainability The company has an unstable dividend paying track record. The dividend has had an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Dividend yield: 2.2% This is considered a minor risk. If the company has cut or reduced its dividend in the past, it may be a sign that the underlying business is too cyclical to consistently maintain or grow the dividend over the long-term. It may also indicate the company prioritizes other outcomes instead of maintaining the dividend. For dividend paying companies, any reduction in the dividend can significantly impact the share price. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company. Board Change • Jun 03
Insufficient new directors There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 5 experienced directors. 6 highly experienced directors. CEO & Executive Director Omar Abbosh was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2024. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • May 29
Pearson Launches an AI-Powered Revision Tool Pearson has launched an AI-powered revision tool that promises to transform how students prepare for their GCSE exams. This new AI tool, part of Pearson's longstanding strategic collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to accelerate AI learning, represents a significant advancement in revision technology. Developed using Amazon Bedrock, it seamlessly bridges traditional study methods with cutting-edge AI to help learners prepare for exams independently and potentially save hours in the process. The assistant launches with GCSE History, where rather than simply testing factual recall, the AI provides real-time feedback to help students improve answers and demonstrate the analytical and evaluative skills that will be assessed in exams. Expanding to more GCSE subjects throughout 2025, the exam practice assistant in Pearson Revise's online platform is among the first of its kind to fully connect both print and online revision material with AI-supported, personalised exam question practice. Designed to help the 1.2 million UK students in year 10 and 11 who revise for GCSEs every year, the tool has been developed with subject advisors to provide students with actionable insights and feedback on their written responses to questions. The new tool provides an array of unique features, including: Personalised, constructive feedback on long-form answers to practice exam-style questions - going beyond theiz-style approach that simply tests knowledge. Customisable feedback, enabling students to personalise how they receive feedback, and supporting learners with SEND by allowing control over the amount of information displayed. Recommendations for students and suggested areas for improvement. Options to create revision flashcards and reminders to take breaks. An online planner, progress tracker and quizzes to help guide revision focus. Initial student response to the exam practice assistant in the pilot stage has been overwhelmingly positive. One Year 11 GCSE student reported: 'a lot of students including myself struggle, especially with writing topics like English and history. There is a lot less out there that supports writing-based subjects. The exam practice assistant is helpful in getting instant feedback. whereas usually it's quite hard to find. Announcement • May 02
Pearson plc Provides Group Earnings Guidance for the First Half, Second Half and Full Year of 2025 Pearson plc provided group earnings guidance for the first half, second half and full year of 2025. For the year, the group expects sales to be In line with market expectations. The company expects low single-digit sales growth in first half with stronger growth in second half. Announcement • Mar 31
Pearson Announces Executive Changes Pearson announced that Dave Treat, Pearson's Chief Technology Officer, will assume leadership of the company's digital and technology operation alongside his current architectural and innovation responsibilities, effective April 7, 2025. Dave will continue to report to CEO Omar Abbosh and retain his title of Chief Technology Officer. Marykay Wells, who has led the Digital and Technology team as Chief Information Officer, has decided to leave Pearson, effective April 4, 2025. Dave joined Pearson nine months ago and spearheaded the establishment of the company's AI Center of Enablement, while also overseeing the Research & Development and Ventures teams. He brings to the role nearly 30 years of experience, with deep expertise in technology innovation, generative AI, spatial computing, Web 3, and quantum computing. Prior to joining Pearson, Dave held several senior technology roles at Deloitte, UBS Investment Bank, and Accenture. He holds more than 100 patents in distributed ledger technology, digital identity, and confidential computing. He also lends his expertise as an active member of CNBC's Technology Executive Council, the World Economic Forum'sGlobal Futures Council on Financial Education, and as a member of the transitional board of Arya. With his extensive expertise, Dave will play a crucial role in leveraging Pearson's strong technology foundation to scale the company's AI offerings, bolster its innovation pipeline, and improve collaboration across different business units. Dave has helped to found and has served on several technology and industry boards including the Linux Hyperledger Foundation, Linux Open Wallet Foundation, Digital Dollar Project and the Global Business Blockchain Council. Dave earned a Master's degree in Higher Education Administration from the University of Michigan and a degree in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He will continue to be based in Connecticut, USA. Announcement • Mar 27
Pearson plc, Annual General Meeting, May 02, 2025 Pearson plc, Annual General Meeting, May 02, 2025. Location: the companys registered office, 80 strand, wc2r 0rl, london United Kingdom Announcement • Mar 07
Pearson plc Appoints Arden Hoffman as an Independent Non-Executive Director, with Effect from 1 June 2025 Pearson announced the appointment of Arden Hoffman as an independent Non-Executive Director, with effect from 1 June 2025. Arden has held significant leadership positions within high-profile organizations and brings to Pearson a strong expertise and business perspective on workforce and talent development in an era of innovation and AI. Arden is the Chief People Officer at General Motors, a position she has held since 2023. Arden leads GM's talent management and organisational development and plays a critical role in fostering a culture of innovation, ensuring the company attracts, retains, and develops top talent in a rapidly evolving industry. She brings to the Board a strong background in human resources and talent development in the global automotive, technology, and financial services sectors. Prior to General Motors, Arden served as Chief People Officer at Cruise and as Global Head of Human Resources at Dropbox, in addition to holding senior positions in HR at Google and Goldman Sachs. Arden earned an M.B. A from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a bachelor's degree in Rhetoric from the University of California-Berkeley. Declared Dividend • Mar 03
Final dividend increased to UK£0.17 Dividend of UK£0.17 is 5.7% higher than last year. Ex-date: 20th March 2025 Payment date: 9th May 2025 Dividend yield will be 1.8%, which is lower than the industry average of 2.4%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (37% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (31% cash payout ratio). The dividend has decreased over the past 10 years, indicating a lack of growth and stability in payments. EPS is expected to grow by 14% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Feb 28
Full year 2024 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations while revenues lag behind Full year 2024 results: EPS: UK£0.65 (up from UK£0.53 in FY 2023). Revenue: UK£3.55b (down 3.3% from FY 2023). Net income: UK£434.0m (up 15% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 12% (up from 10% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 1.4%. Earnings per share (EPS) exceeded analyst estimates by 14%. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.2% growth forecast for the Consumer Services industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 26% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 31% per year. Announcement • Feb 28
Pearson plc Proposes Final Dividend for the Year 2024, Payable on 9 May 2025 Pearson plc proposed a final dividend for 2024 of 16.6 pence bringing the total paid and payable in respect of 2024 to 24.0 pence. This final 2024 dividend, which was approved by the Board in February 2025, is subject to approval at the forthcoming AGM. For 2024, the dividend is covered 2.6 times by adjusted earnings. The final dividend will be paid on 9 May 2025 to shareholders who are on the register of members at close of business on 21 March 2025 (the Record Date). Shareholders may elect to reinvest their dividend in the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP). The last date for receipt of DRIP elections and revocations will be 15 April 2025. Price Target Changed • Jan 17
Price target increased by 7.8% to UK£13.29 Up from UK£12.32, the current price target is an average from 11 analysts. New target price is approximately in line with last closing price of UK£12.89. Stock is up 36% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of UK£0.55 for next year compared to UK£0.53 last year. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Jan 13
Now 20% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 24% to UK£12.70. The fair value is estimated to be UK£15.95, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 19%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 8.3% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 26% in the next 2 years. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Dec 19
Now 20% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 23% to UK£12.66. The fair value is estimated to be UK£15.91, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 19%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 8.2% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 26% in the next 2 years. Announcement • Oct 01
Pearson Unveils Generative AI Foundations Certification Pearson announced the launch of its Generative AI Foundations certification. The program is designed to equip professionals and students, including high schoolers, with the essential skills needed to work with generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) technologies. The certification demonstrates a formal level of Gen AI proficiency for employers who are increasingly using AI tools to boost productivity, efficiency, and workflow. Demand for generative AI skill is skyrocketing across industries and employers are increasingly making it a requirement. According to the 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report from Microsoft and LinkedIn, 66% of business leaders indicate they would not hire candidates lacking AI skills. Additionally, 71% prefer to hire a less experienced candidate who possesses AI skills over a more experienced one without them. Developed by Certiport, a Pearson VUE business, and a leader in career and skills credentialing, the Generative AI Foundations certification is part of its broader Critical Career Skills portfolio. This initiative provides both training and certification for learners, creating a one-stop shop for AI education and other in-demand skills like communication. To help ensure the certification reflects current industry demands, Pearson has partnered with Mindstone, a global leader in AI training. Mindstone's practical AI application training enhances the relevance and value of Pearson's Generative AI Foundations certification for learners at all stages in their careers. The Generative AI Foundations certification will be available starting October 1 through Mindhub and Certiport. It will also be delivered on Pearson VUE's online testing platform (OnVUE), and in test centers within the Certiport network. Flexible purchasing options are available. This new certification will validate an individual's proficiency in key areas such as: Understanding generative AI methods and models; Mastering the basics of prompt engineering and prompt refinement--a universal process of inquiry with Gen AI systems; Grasping the societal impact of AI, including recognizing bias and understanding privacy concerns. Declared Dividend • Jul 31
First half dividend increased to UK£0.074 Dividend of UK£0.074 is 5.7% higher than last year. Ex-date: 8th August 2024 Payment date: 16th September 2024 Dividend yield will be 2.2%, which is lower than the industry average of 2.4%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (46% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (32% cash payout ratio). The dividend has decreased over the past 10 years, indicating a lack of growth and stability in payments. EPS is expected to grow by 43% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Jul 30
First half 2024 earnings released: EPS: UK£0.23 (vs UK£0.26 in 1H 2023) First half 2024 results: EPS: UK£0.23 (down from UK£0.26 in 1H 2023). Revenue: UK£1.75b (down 6.7% from 1H 2023). Net income: UK£157.0m (down 16% from 1H 2023). Profit margin: 9.0% (in line with 1H 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 4.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.6% growth forecast for the Consumer Services industry in the United Kingdom. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 19% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 9% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 23
Pearson Announces Appointment of Ginny Cartwright Ziegler as Chief Marketing Officer Pearson announced the appointment of Ginny Cartwright Ziegler as Chief Marketing Officer. Ginny will report to CEO Omar Abbosh and will lead the next generation of the company’s work in marketing, brand and communications, effective 29 July 2024. Ginny succeeds Lynne Frank, who is stepping down from her dual role as Chief Marketing Officer and Co-President, Direct to Consumer. As Pearson increases the intensity of its AI and enterprise learning efforts, Ginny brings more than 30 years of marketing leadership and a proven track record of driving growth for global technology and innovation brands, such as HP, Deutsche Bank, General Motors, IBM, Intuit, Microsoft, NCR, Sun, Philips and Xerox PARC. She will serve on Pearson’s executive management team and her immediate focus will be to innovate new marketing strategies, including infusing AI and other advanced technologies into customers’ journeys, identifying opportunities to scale Pearson’s businesses and advancing Pearson’s brand and market position. Ginny comes to Pearson from Accenture, where she was most recently the Chief Marketing Officer for North America, which is the company’s largest business and represents half its revenue. Ginny was pivotal in driving double-digit growth over four years and creating a collaborative and purpose-focused culture. Prior posts during her 16-year career at Accenture included leading global teams that catapulted the company’s cloud practice to the top market position and generated triple-digit growth for its cybersecurity and talent and organization businesses. Ginny was named one of the Bay Area’s Most Influential Women by the San Francisco Business Times. She is the chair of strategic planning and executive board director for San Francisco Opera Guild, which provides K-12 music arts education programs to more than 64,000 children in over 200 Bay Area schools. She also serves as a strategic advisor for Realize the Dream, a movement led by Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King to inspire and rally communities to perform 100 million service hours by 2029, in honor of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ginny earned a Bachelor of Arts with joint honors in modern languages, literature and linguistics (French and Spanish) from the University of Bristol. She also attended Université Paris Sorbonne.She is based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Announcement • Jul 18
Pearson Unveils AI Tool to Help Educators Save Time and Prioritize Student Learning As student usage of generative AI surges in higher education, many instructors report lacking an understanding of how AI can support their teaching. To address this gap, Pearson announced a new generative AI-powered tool for instructors. Pearson's AI tool for instructors will help educators efficiently create assignments that are personalized for their students. This August, the instructor AI tool will be included in MyLab and Mastering, Pearson's teaching and learning platforms, to enhance how faculty teach. Millions of students will have access to these tools this fall semester across 50 titles. Pearson's application of generative AI is backed by learning scientists, vetted by subject matter experts, and based on content from Pearson's library of higher education materials. With more than 80% of its products now digital or digitally enabled, Pearson is committed to investing in the responsible application of AI to advance product innovation and enhance the learning experience. Announcement • Jul 02
Pearson Appoints Dave Treat as Chief Technology Officer Pearson is announcing the appointment of Dave Treat as chief technology officer, effective July 2, 2024. Dave will report to CEO Omar Abbosh. Working in close partnership with Pearson’s Chief Product and Chief Information Officers, he will lead technology innovation and architecture across the company. This includes enhancing the company’s presence in the AI and tech community, driving strategic technology partnerships, and engaging with emerging technology and ed tech start-ups. Dave brings 27 years of expertise and industry leadership in technology, financial services, and strategic business transformation. He joins Pearson from Accenture where he most recently served as a Senior Managing Director. There he led Accenture’s Innovation Incubation Group, focused on helping clients implement new technologies like Generative AI, Digital Identity, Spatial Computing, Blockchain, Web 3, and Quantum Computing. Dave also served in other Accenture leadership roles including as Global Technology Lead for Capital Markets, Co-chair of the New York Fintech Innovation Lab, Global Technology Incubation Lead and Global Blockchain Practice Lead. Prior to Accenture, Dave was a Director at Deloitte and an Executive Director at UBS Investment Bank, working across technology innovation and transformation in both roles. Dave helped to found and has served on several technology and industry boards including the Linux Hyperledger Foundation, Linux Open Wallet Foundation, Digital Dollar Project, and the Global Business Blockchain Council. Dave is an active member of the World Economic Forum, lending his knowledge in areas such as blockchain, digital identity, digital currency, and digital trust. He also holds more than 100 patents. Dave earned a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from the University of Michigan and a degree in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He will be based in Connecticut, USA. Announcement • May 24
Pearson plc to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Jul 29, 2024 Pearson plc announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Jul 29, 2024 Announcement • May 18
Pearson Augments Nursing Content with Generative Ai Study Tools to Improve Nursing Education and Address Shortages Pearson announced the integration of AI study tools into its Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning series, the only nursing concepts curriculum built from the ground up as a comprehensive, cohesive learning system. Pearson's AI study tools combine the power of generative AI technology with trusted Pearson content to provide scaffolded, guided help when students are stuck on homework problems, and personalized explanations, summaries, and practice problems for more efficient studying. The AI study tools beta will be available both in Pearson+ eTextbook and the accompanying MyLab Nursing course in time for Fall 2024. MyLab is an interactive teaching and learning platform, backed by content from Pearson authors. The platform, with integrated eTextbook, allows instructors to design their course, assign homework and assessments, and monitor student progress in real time. The US is experiencing shortages of nurses and nurse educators. The National Academy of Medicine's 2021 report on The Future of Nursing: 2020-2030 notes that, in order to provide sufficient care for an aging population over the next decade, a substantial increase in the nursing workforce will be needed that can practice "in community-based settings with diverse populations that face a variety of lived experiences." The NAM's report also references hundreds of nursing faculty position vacancies that have contributed to tens of thousands of qualified applicants being turned away from nursing school admission due to the inability to adequately meet student demand. Concept-based nursing curriculum is designed to focus on key concepts emphasizing a holistic understanding of nursing principles that can be applied across different patient populations, healthcare settings, and situations. This approach strengthens clinical reasoning skills in the course of patient care. Incorporating generative AI tools into Pearson's concept-based nursing content supports nurse educators in scaling their teaching and students' ability to study more efficiently.A Fall 2023 survey of students using Pearson's AI study tools beta showed strong levels of engagement, with 75% of respondents saying the tools were helpful or very helpful to their studies. The inclusion of generative AI study tools further solidifies Pearson's dedication to providing the most comprehensive and effective learning and teaching resources for nursing students and nurse educators across the US. Pearson's AI study tools are already available in more than 30 Pearson Mastering titles and are set to be integrated into more than 40 Pearson+ eTextbooks and MyLab and Mastering titles across math, science, business, and nursing for August of 2024. Pearson is committed to investing in the responsible application of AI to advance product innovation and enhance the learning experience to educate, certify, and credential students and the workforce. Pearson product experts are available to demo the AI study tools for members of the media. Please request demonstrations with the media contact below. 
