Pearson plc (PSO) is currently priced at $14.52, showing a decrease of -0.309% or -4.5 cents from the previous close at $14.56. The trading volume is $193,904, which is 15.9% relative to the average volume. Today's trading session is still ongoing, with about 4 hours and 55 minutes left until the market closes.
In the latest quarterly earnings report released on Thursday, February 26th, Pearson plc reported an earnings per share of $0.523, in line with consensus estimates.
Pearson plc offers a forward dividend yield of 6.47%. The company distributed dividends of 8.9147 cents per share in the most recent quarter, showing a year-over-year increase of 1.5856 cents.
Key financial metrics for Pearson plc include a gross profit margin of 52.88%, operating profit margin of 14.82%, and net profit margin of 9.22%. The company maintains a debt ratio of 29.37% and a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.76.
This real-time financial report provides insights into Pearson plc's current performance, recent earnings, dividend distribution, and key financial ratios, aiding investors in making informed decisions.
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, Higher Education, and Workforce Skills. The Assessment & Qualifications segment offers Pearson VUE, US student assessment, clinical assessment, UK GCSE, and A levels and international academic qualifications. The Virtual Learning segment provides virtual schools and online program management services. The English Language Learning segment offers Pearson test of English, institutional courseware, and English online solutions. The Higher Education segment provides the US, Canadian, and international higher education courseware businesses. The Workforce Skills offers BTEC, GED, TalentLens, Faethm, Pearson college, and apprenticeships. Pearson plc was founded in 1844 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.