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| 10.08.25 07:12:30 |
Es gibt eine Menge zu mögen über Pearson's (LON:PSON) kommend UK£0.078 Dividenden |
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**Summary (English)**
Pearson plc (PSON) is approaching its ex-dividend date (August 14th), meaning any purchase after this date won’t receive the upcoming UK£0.078 dividend, paid on September 15th. The company has consistently distributed £0.24 per share over the last year, resulting in a trailing yield of 2.3% on a current stock price of £10.75.
However, the sustainability of this dividend is key. Pearson is paying out a conservative 37% of its earnings and 26% of its free cash flow – a positive sign. Crucially, Pearson’s earnings per share have grown impressively at 15% annually over the past five years, and the company retains a significant portion of its earnings.
Despite these positive factors, the historical dividend growth rate is concerning. Pearson’s dividend payments per share have *decreased* by an average of 7.1% annually over the last 10 years, despite earnings growth. This decline is unusual, suggesting potentially unstable core business operations or a deliberate focus on reinvestment.
The overall picture suggests a cautiously optimistic view. Pearson's low payout ratio, combined with strong earnings growth, indicates a potentially sustainable dividend. However, the historical decline in dividend payments remains a significant concern and warrants careful monitoring. The company’s future dividend prospects are therefore tied to its ability to continue growing earnings and to reverse this historical decline in dividend payments.
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**German Translation**
**Pearson's Faire Dividende – Eine Bewertung**
Pearson plc (PSON) steht kurz vor seinem Ex-Dividenden-Datum (14. August), was bedeutet, dass jeder Kauf nach diesem Datum keine der kommenden UK£0,078 Dividende erhält, die am 15. September ausgezahlt wird. Das Unternehmen hat in den letzten 12 Monaten durchschnittlich £0,24 pro Aktie ausgeschüttet, was einen Trailing Yield von 2,3% bei einem aktuellen Aktienkurs von £10,75 ergibt.
Allerdings ist die Nachhaltigkeit dieser Dividende entscheidend. Pearson zahlt einen konservativen Anteil von 37% des Gewinns und 26% des Free Cash Flows aus – ein positives Zeichen. Entscheidend ist, dass Pearson’s Earnings per Share (EPS) im vergangenen Jahr um 15% pro Jahr gestiegen sind. Das Unternehmen behält einen erheblichen Teil seines Gewinns innerhalb des Unternehmens.
Trotz dieser positiven Faktoren ist die historische Dividendenausgabegewinnrate besorgniserregend. Pearson’s Dividend Payments pro Aktie sind im Durchschnitt um 7,1% pro Jahr gesunken, obwohl die Gewinne gestiegen sind. Dies ist ungewöhnlich und deutet auf möglicherweise instabile Kernbetriebsbedingungen oder einen bewussten Fokus auf die Reinvestition von Gewinnen hin.
Insgesamt deutet das Bild auf eine vorsichtig optimistische Sicht hin. Pearson’s niedriger Ausschüttungsanteil, kombiniert mit starkem Gewinnwachstum, deutet auf eine potenziell nachhaltige Dividende hin. Die historische Rückgang der Dividendenausgabegewinnrate ist jedoch ein bedeutendes Anliegen und erfordert eine sorgfältige Überwachung. Die zukünftigen Dividendenchancen des Unternehmens hängen somit davon ab, ob es weiterhin Gewinne erzielen und diesen historischen Rückgang der Dividendenausgabegewinnrate umkehren kann.
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| 08.08.25 05:45:46 |
Pearson (LON:PSON) Has Announced A Dividend Of £0.078 |
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Pearson plc (LON:PSON) will pay a dividend of £0.078 on the 15th of September. This takes the annual payment to 2.2% of the current stock price, which is about average for the industry.
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Pearson's Future Dividend Projections Appear Well Covered By Earnings
We like a dividend to be consistent over the long term, so checking whether it is sustainable is important. However, Pearson's earnings easily cover the dividend. As a result, a large proportion of what it earned was being reinvested back into the business.
The next year is set to see EPS grow by 11.2%. Assuming the dividend continues along recent trends, we think the payout ratio could be 29% by next year, which is in a pretty sustainable range.LSE:PSON Historic Dividend August 8th 2025
View our latest analysis for Pearson
Dividend Volatility
While the company has been paying a dividend for a long time, it has cut the dividend at least once in the last 10 years. The dividend has gone from an annual total of £0.51 in 2015 to the most recent total annual payment of £0.244. Doing the maths, this is a decline of about 7.1% per year. Declining dividends isn't generally what we look for as they can indicate that the company is running into some challenges.
The Dividend Looks Likely To Grow
Dividends have been going in the wrong direction, so we definitely want to see a different trend in the earnings per share. We are encouraged to see that Pearson has grown earnings per share at 15% per year over the past five years. Pearson definitely has the potential to grow its dividend in the future with earnings on an uptrend and a low payout ratio.
We Really Like Pearson's Dividend
Overall, we think this could be an attractive income stock, and it is only getting better by paying a higher dividend this year. Distributions are quite easily covered by earnings, which are also being converted to cash flows. Taking this all into consideration, this looks like it could be a good dividend opportunity.
Investors generally tend to favour companies with a consistent, stable dividend policy as opposed to those operating an irregular one. Still, investors need to consider a host of other factors, apart from dividend payments, when analysing a company. For instance, we've picked out 1 warning sign for Pearson that investors should take into consideration. If you are a dividend investor, you might also want to look at our curated list of high yield dividend stocks.
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| 03.08.25 08:35:50 |
Pearson First Half 2025 Earnings: EPS: UK£0.25 (vs UK£0.23 in 1H 2024) |
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Pearson (LON:PSON) First Half 2025 Results
Key Financial Results
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). EPS: UK£0.25 (up from UK£0.23 in 1H 2024).
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All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing 12 month (TTM) period
Pearson Earnings Insights
Looking ahead, 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.
Performance of the market in the United Kingdom.
The company's shares are up 7.6% from a week ago.
Balance Sheet Analysis
Just as investors must consider earnings, it is also important to take into account the strength of a company's balance sheet. See our latest analysis on Pearson's balance sheet health.
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| 18.04.25 06:05:44 |
Investors in Pearson (LON:PSON) have seen strong returns of 194% over the past five years |
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When you buy shares in a company, it's worth keeping in mind the possibility that it could fail, and you could lose your money. But on the bright side, if you buy shares in a high quality company at the right price, you can gain well over 100%. For instance, the price of Pearson plc (LON:PSON) stock is up an impressive 160% over the last five years.
So let's assess the underlying fundamentals over the last 5 years and see if they've moved in lock-step with shareholder returns.
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To paraphrase Benjamin Graham: Over the short term the market is a voting machine, but over the long term it's a weighing machine. By comparing earnings per share (EPS) and share price changes over time, we can get a feel for how investor attitudes to a company have morphed over time.
During five years of share price growth, Pearson achieved compound earnings per share (EPS) growth of 14% per year. This EPS growth is slower than the share price growth of 21% per year, over the same period. This suggests that market participants hold the company in higher regard, these days. And that's hardly shocking given the track record of growth.
The image below shows how EPS has tracked over time (if you click on the image you can see greater detail).LSE:PSON Earnings Per Share Growth April 18th 2025
We know that Pearson has improved its bottom line over the last three years, but what does the future have in store? This free interactive report on Pearson's balance sheet strength is a great place to start, if you want to investigate the stock further.
What About Dividends?
As well as measuring the share price return, investors should also consider the total shareholder return (TSR). The TSR is a return calculation that accounts for the value of cash dividends (assuming that any dividend received was reinvested) and the calculated value of any discounted capital raisings and spin-offs. Arguably, the TSR gives a more comprehensive picture of the return generated by a stock. We note that for Pearson the TSR over the last 5 years was 194%, which is better than the share price return mentioned above. This is largely a result of its dividend payments!
A Different Perspective
It's good to see that Pearson has rewarded shareholders with a total shareholder return of 20% in the last twelve months. That's including the dividend. However, that falls short of the 24% TSR per annum it has made for shareholders, each year, over five years. Most investors take the time to check the data on insider transactions. You can click here to see if insiders have been buying or selling.
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Please note, the market returns quoted in this article reflect the market weighted average returns of stocks that currently trade on British exchanges.
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| 08.04.25 14:10:08 |
Pearson unveils new brand identity ‘to embrace future of learning’ |
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Pearson (PSO) announced the unveiling of “a dynamic new brand identity that demonstrates its leadership as a lifelong learning company. More than just a refreshed logo, the rebrand represents a deep understanding of the evolving needs of learners worldwide. Pearson’s brand evolution is grounded in a core belief: humans are born to learn. The company views learning not just as acquiring knowledge, but a vital force for growth, adaptation and thriving in a rapidly changing world. This understanding is at the heart of the new brand.”
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| 01.04.25 13:24:17 |
There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For Pearson's (LON:PSON) Returns On Capital |
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If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for? Typically, we'll want to notice a trend of growing return on capital employed (ROCE) and alongside that, an expanding base of capital employed. If you see this, it typically means it's a company with a great business model and plenty of profitable reinvestment opportunities. So on that note, Pearson (LON:PSON) looks quite promising in regards to its trends of return on capital.
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What Is Return On Capital Employed (ROCE)?
Just to clarify if you're unsure, ROCE is a metric for evaluating how much pre-tax income (in percentage terms) a company earns on the capital invested in its business. The formula for this calculation on Pearson is:
Return on Capital Employed = Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) ÷ (Total Assets - Current Liabilities)
0.10 = UK£565m ÷ (UK£6.9b - UK£1.5b) (Based on the trailing twelve months to December 2024).
Therefore, Pearson has an ROCE of 10%. In isolation, that's a pretty standard return but against the Consumer Services industry average of 14%, it's not as good.
Check out our latest analysis for Pearson LSE:PSON Return on Capital Employed April 1st 2025
Above you can see how the current ROCE for Pearson compares to its prior returns on capital, but there's only so much you can tell from the past. If you're interested, you can view the analysts predictions in our freeanalyst report for Pearson .
The Trend Of ROCE
Pearson is showing promise given that its ROCE is trending up and to the right. Looking at the data, we can see that even though capital employed in the business has remained relatively flat, the ROCE generated has risen by 71% over the last five years. So it's likely that the business is now reaping the full benefits of its past investments, since the capital employed hasn't changed considerably. It's worth looking deeper into this though because while it's great that the business is more efficient, it might also mean that going forward the areas to invest internally for the organic growth are lacking.
The Key Takeaway
As discussed above, Pearson appears to be getting more proficient at generating returns since capital employed has remained flat but earnings (before interest and tax) are up. And a remarkable 188% total return over the last five years tells us that investors are expecting more good things to come in the future. In light of that, we think it's worth looking further into this stock because if Pearson can keep these trends up, it could have a bright future ahead.
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While Pearson looks impressive, no company is worth an infinite price. The intrinsic value infographic for PSON helps visualize whether it is currently trading for a fair price.
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| 16.03.25 07:36:06 |
Here's What We Like About Pearson's (LON:PSON) Upcoming Dividend |
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Some investors rely on dividends for growing their wealth, and if you're one of those dividend sleuths, you might be intrigued to know that Pearson plc (LON:PSON) is about to go ex-dividend in just 3 days. The ex-dividend date is usually set to be two business days before the record date, which is the cut-off date on which you must be present on the company's books as a shareholder in order to receive the dividend. The ex-dividend date is of consequence because whenever a stock is bought or sold, the trade can take two business days or more to settle. This means that investors who purchase Pearson's shares on or after the 20th of March will not receive the dividend, which will be paid on the 9th of May.
The company's next dividend payment will be UK£0.166 per share, on the back of last year when the company paid a total of UK£0.24 to shareholders. Based on the last year's worth of payments, Pearson stock has a trailing yield of around 1.9% on the current share price of UK£12.58. Dividends are a major contributor to investment returns for long term holders, but only if the dividend continues to be paid. That's why we should always check whether the dividend payments appear sustainable, and if the company is growing.
Check out our latest analysis for Pearson
Dividends are typically paid out of company income, so if a company pays out more than it earned, its dividend is usually at a higher risk of being cut. Fortunately Pearson's payout ratio is modest, at just 37% of profit. A useful secondary check can be to evaluate whether Pearson generated enough free cash flow to afford its dividend. Fortunately, it paid out only 31% of its free cash flow in the past year.
It's encouraging to see that the dividend is covered by both profit and cash flow. This generally suggests the dividend is sustainable, as long as earnings don't drop precipitously.
Click here to see the company's payout ratio, plus analyst estimates of its future dividends.LSE:PSON Historic Dividend March 16th 2025
Have Earnings And Dividends Been Growing?
Businesses with strong growth prospects usually make the best dividend payers, because it's easier to grow dividends when earnings per share are improving. Investors love dividends, so if earnings fall and the dividend is reduced, expect a stock to be sold off heavily at the same time. For this reason, we're glad to see Pearson's earnings per share have risen 14% per annum over the last five years. Earnings per share have been growing rapidly and the company is retaining a majority of its earnings within the business. Fast-growing businesses that are reinvesting heavily are enticing from a dividend perspective, especially since they can often increase the payout ratio later.
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Another key way to measure a company's dividend prospects is by measuring its historical rate of dividend growth. Pearson's dividend payments per share have declined at 6.7% per year on average over the past 10 years, which is uninspiring. Pearson is a rare case where dividends have been decreasing at the same time as earnings per share have been improving. It's unusual to see, and could point to unstable conditions in the core business, or more rarely an intensified focus on reinvesting profits.
To Sum It Up
Is Pearson worth buying for its dividend? It's great that Pearson is growing earnings per share while simultaneously paying out a low percentage of both its earnings and cash flow. It's disappointing to see the dividend has been cut at least once in the past, but as things stand now, the low payout ratio suggests a conservative approach to dividends, which we like. It's a promising combination that should mark this company worthy of closer attention.
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| 08.03.25 07:43:10 |
Pearson (LON:PSON) Is Increasing Its Dividend To £0.166 |
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The board of Pearson plc (LON:PSON) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of £0.166 on the 9th of May, an increased payment from last year's comparable dividend. Although the dividend is now higher, the yield is only 1.9%, which is below the industry average.
See our latest analysis for Pearson
Pearson's Future Dividend Projections Appear Well Covered By Earnings
The dividend yield is a little bit low, but sustainability of the payments is also an important part of evaluating an income stock. However, Pearson's earnings easily cover the dividend. This means that most of its earnings are being retained to grow the business.
Over the next year, EPS is forecast to expand by 18.9%. If the dividend continues along recent trends, we estimate the payout ratio will be 27%, which is in the range that makes us comfortable with the sustainability of the dividend.LSE:PSON Historic Dividend March 8th 2025
Dividend Volatility
While the company has been paying a dividend for a long time, it has cut the dividend at least once in the last 10 years. Since 2015, the annual payment back then was £0.48, compared to the most recent full-year payment of £0.24. Doing the maths, this is a decline of about 6.7% per year. Generally, we don't like to see a dividend that has been declining over time as this can degrade shareholders' returns and indicate that the company may be running into problems.
The Dividend Looks Likely To Grow
Dividends have been going in the wrong direction, so we definitely want to see a different trend in the earnings per share. Pearson has impressed us by growing EPS at 14% per year over the past five years. A low payout ratio and decent growth suggests that the company is reinvesting well, and it also has plenty of room to increase the dividend over time.
Pearson Looks Like A Great Dividend Stock
Overall, a dividend increase is always good, and we think that Pearson is a strong income stock thanks to its track record and growing earnings. The company is easily earning enough to cover its dividend payments and it is great to see that these earnings are being translated into cash flow. All of these factors considered, we think this has solid potential as a dividend stock.
Companies possessing a stable dividend policy will likely enjoy greater investor interest than those suffering from a more inconsistent approach. However, there are other things to consider for investors when analysing stock performance. Earnings growth generally bodes well for the future value of company dividend payments. See if the 9 Pearson analysts we track are forecasting continued growth with our freereport on analyst estimates for the company. If you are a dividend investor, you might also want to look at our curated list of high yield dividend stocks.
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| 06.03.25 13:04:00 |
Beat Market Volatility With 4 Low-Beta Stocks: PGR, PSO, TXO & JAZZ |
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The U.S. stock market is expected to remain volatile due to uncertainty surrounding trade policies, economic concerns and shifts in investor sentiment. President Trump's tariffs on major trading partners, including Mexico, Canada and China, have resulted in retaliatory measures that heighten market anxiety. While hopes for tariff concessions have led to temporary rebounds, broader economic challenges persist. Moreover, key economic indicators, such as jobless claims, payroll reports and corporate earnings, could further influence market movements, contributing to ongoing volatility.
In this context, creating a curated portfolio of low-beta stocks is a prudent strategy. This provides a safeguard against heightened market fluctuations and equips investors to navigate volatility with greater resilience and foresight.
Hence, stocks like TheProgressive Corporation PGR, Pearson plc PSO, TXO Partners LP TXO and Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc JAZZ are worth betting on.
What Does Beta of a Stock Measure?
Beta measures the volatility or risk of a particular asset compared to the market. In other words, beta measures the extent of a security’s price movement relative to the market. In this article, we are considering the S&P 500 as the market.
If a stock has a beta of 1, then the price of the stock will move with the market. So, the stock is more volatile than the market if its beta is more than 1. In the same way, the stock is not as volatile as the market if its beta is less than 1.
For example, if the market offers a return of 20%, a stock with a beta of 3 will return 60%, which is overwhelming. Similarly, when the market slips 20%, the stock will sink 60%, which is devastating.
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The Progressive Corporation demonstrated exceptional growth in 2024, with net premiums written increasing 21% year over year to $74.4 billion and active policies growing by more than 5 million. The company achieved an 88.8 combined ratio, significantly outperforming its 96 target. Strong claims management, operational efficiencies and strategic technology investments have driven superior underwriting profitability. Progressive's competitive advantage in pricing, segmentation and customer service positions it well for continued growth. With stable rates, disciplined expense management and a commitment to innovation, PGR remains a strong investment in the insurance space.
Pearson
Pearson is well-positioned for growth, driven by its strong performance in assessments, enterprise learning and digital education. In 2024, sales grew 3%, with profits rising 10% and an EBIT margin of 16.9%. Strategic partnerships with AWS and Microsoft enhance Pearson’s AI capabilities and expand enterprise learning opportunities. The company’s leadership in assessments, innovative digital offerings and operational efficiencies support its long-term growth outlook. With a disciplined capital allocation strategy and continued margin expansion, Pearson remains a compelling investment in the evolving education technology and workforce skills market.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Jazz Pharmaceuticals delivered strong 2024 results, with annual revenues exceeding $4 billion and fourth-quarter revenues reaching a record $1.09 billion. The company’s diversified portfolio in sleep, epilepsy and oncology continues to drive growth, with Xywav, Epidiolex and Zepzelca showing strong performance. Key R&D milestones include the FDA approval of Ziihera for HER2-positive biliary tract cancer and advancements in its oncology pipeline. With robust cash flow, disciplined capital allocation and a strong pipeline, JAZZ is well-positioned for continued growth and value creation in 2025 and beyond.
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Pearson Full Year 2024 Earnings: EPS Beats Expectations, Revenues Lag |
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Pearson (LON:PSON) Full Year 2024 Results
Key Financial Results
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. EPS: UK£0.65 (up from UK£0.53 in FY 2023).LSE:PSON Earnings and Revenue Growth March 2nd 2025
All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing 12 month (TTM) period
Pearson EPS Beats Expectations, Revenues Fall Short
Revenue missed analyst estimates by 1.4%. Earnings per share (EPS) exceeded analyst estimates by 14%.
Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow 5.0% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.3% growth forecast for the Consumer Services industry in the United Kingdom.
Performance of the British Consumer Services industry.
The company's share price is broadly unchanged from a week ago.
Balance Sheet Analysis
While earnings are important, another area to consider is the balance sheet. We've done some analysis and you can see our take on Pearson's balance sheet.
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