Pearson faces AI test as Citi looks for stronger 2026 outlook at results

Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) will set out its full-year 2025 results on February 26, with Citi telling clients that guidance for 2026, artificial intelligence positioning and the Enterprise opportunity are likely to be the key areas of focus. Shares have de-rated by about 13% year to date and by about 30% since 2025, Citi said, reflecting what it called an escalation in AI concerns.

Proactive Investors • Feb 17, 2026

AI Won't Lift Human Productivity Without Learning, New Pearson Research Finds

Pairing AI with skilling could add up to $6.6T to the U.S. economy by 2034 and deliver the return on investment businesses want DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, reveals that the true economic potential of AI will only be realized if employers pair technology investment with continuous learning. The report,  "Mind the Learning Gap: The Missing Link in AI's Productivity Promise" , released today at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting, finds that augmenting jobs with AI - rather than simply replacing workers – and ensuring employees have the skills needed to work effectively with AI could add between $4.8 trillion and $6.6 trillion to the US economy by 2034.

PRNewsWire • Jan 19, 2026

Pearson ends 2025 with strong finish as medium-term outlook stays on track

Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) said it ended 2025 with accelerating growth and reiterated its medium-term outlook, pointing to a strong final quarter and steady progress across all of its businesses. The education group said underlying sales growth reached 8% in the fourth quarter, double the pace seen across the full year, as demand improved in several divisions and new partnerships began to contribute.

Proactive Investors • Jan 14, 2026

Pearson shares slide as investors seek clearer 2026 direction

Shares in Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) fell 8% to 992.4p after the group's trading update, as investors focused less on a strong finish to 2025 and more on what was missing about the year ahead. Pearson said it ended 2025 with momentum.

Proactive Investors • Jan 14, 2026

Pearson 2025 Trading Update (Unaudited)

Strong execution delivers 2025 financial performance in line with guidance, with all business units contributing to growth. Good strategic progress underpins our confidence for 2026 and beyond.

PRNewsWire • Jan 14, 2026

Top bank backs Pearson, says AI fears are misplaced

Pearson PLC (LSE:PSON) is being talked up by JPMorgan, which argues the market has been too pessimistic about the impact of artificial intelligence on the education group. Pearson's shares are down 15% over the past year and the rating has slipped from around 16 times to about 14.5 times forecast 2026 earnings.

Proactive Investors • Jan 13, 2026

Pearson and Deloitte announce new alliance to equip enterprises and government organizations with AI-powered learning and address the global skills gap

NEW YORK and LONDON, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) and Deloitte today announced an alliance to co-develop and deliver end-to-end talent, leadership, and workforce development solutions for global enterprises and government organizations.  The collaboration will draw upon Deloitte and Pearson's distinctive, industry-specific experience and breadth of capabilities to develop products and services that address immediate market needs including AI learning, leadership development, and learning solutions for customers and partners.

PRNewsWire • Jan 13, 2026

Pearson School Report 2025: UK Educators Voice Concerns Over AI Readiness

LONDON , Dec. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Research from Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, reveals growing concern among educators about how well young people across the UK are being prepared for an AI-driven future.  The data from the Pearson School Report 2025, which brings together more than 14,000 voices from across the UK's education landscape, shows that 44% of secondary teachers and 31% of primary teachers believe students are not adequately equipped for the impact of artificial intelligence.

PRNewsWire • Dec 4, 2025

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.

Proactive Investors • Nov 21, 2025

CORRECTING and REPLACING Dickey's Teams Up with Drew Pearson for Cowboy Alumni Event

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the release dated November 19, 2025 with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The updated release reads: DICKEY'S TEAMS UP WITH DREW PEARSON FOR COWBOY ALUMNI EVENT Free Family Event Celebrates Football, Barbecue and Thanksgiving Texas-Style There's nothing more Texas than barbecue and football, and this Thanksgiving season, Dickey's Barbecue Pit is bringing both together for an unforgettable hometown celebration. On Saturday, Novemb.

Business Wire • Nov 20, 2025