PSO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PSO - Pearson plc
$15.54
0.41 (2.71%)
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5d:
+4.44%
30d:
+2.85%
90d:
+21.79%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 26, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 31, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: PSO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: PSO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$21.53
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$13.37
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 13.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PSO is currently trading at $15.54, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $15.01 to $15.39. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.5) is in line with its historical norms (13.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.9% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PSO is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $15.64. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PSO is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $15.64. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$15.01 -
$15.39
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($14.20)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.9% growth with 3.2% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$15.01 -
$15.39
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.69
Resistance Level
$15.64
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.54
Wall Street Target
$14.20
(-8.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.7%
Profit Margin
9.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.9% premium
PE vs Historical
14.5 vs 13.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$15.84
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$16.14
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$16.44
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→14)
PE COMPRESSION
$15.50
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$32.78
(+111%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.5, Growth: 12.1%)
$21.88
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.4, Growth: 12.1%)
$18.60
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.58 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.67
Bull Case
$26.56
(+71%)
Analyst growth 59.6%, PE expands to 24.8
Base Case
$24.14
(+55%)
Market implied 59.6%, PE stable at 22.6
Bear Case
$10.29
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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NEUTRAL
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