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Pearson Advances Share Buyback Program with Latest Purchase

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  • Pearson PLC operates in the education sector, offering educational materials and services.
  • Pearson has repurchased 378,000 shares as part of its £350 million buyback program.
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Pearson Advances Share Buyback Program with Latest Purchase

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Pearson ( (GB:PSON) ) has issued an update.

Pearson PLC has announced the purchase of 378,000 of its own shares on the London Stock Exchange as part of its ongoing £350 million buyback program. This move, facilitated by Citigroup Global Markets Limited, is part of the second £175 million tranche and reflects Pearson’s strategic focus on enhancing shareholder value, which could potentially impact its market positioning and stakeholder interests.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:PSON) stock is a Buy with a £1187.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pearson stock, see the GB:PSON Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:PSON Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:PSON is a Outperform.

Pearson’s overall stock score reflects a stable financial outlook with strong cash flow and profitability metrics. The company’s strategic initiatives and growth in key segments are promising, despite challenges in revenue growth and specific business areas. Technical analysis and valuation suggest a fair market position, with potential for future growth driven by strategic execution and innovation.

To see Spark’s full report on GB:PSON stock, click here.

More about Pearson

Pearson PLC operates in the education sector, providing educational materials, technologies, assessments, and related services to institutions, governments, and individual learners worldwide.

Average Trading Volume: 1,738,806

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: £6.75B

For a thorough assessment of PSON stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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