PSO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
PSO - Pearson plc
$14.99
0.07 (0.47%)
▲
5d:
-1.7%
30d:
-0.93%
90d:
+16.93%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 31, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PSO shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: PSO shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
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 $14.99, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.95 to $15.39. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.0) is in line with its historical norms (13.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.7% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PSO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $14.69. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PSO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $14.69. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$14.95 -
$15.39
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
75.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($14.20)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 0.7% growth with 3.2% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$14.95 -
$15.39
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
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.)
14.02
Wall Street Target
$14.20
(-5.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-35.7%
Profit Margin
9.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.7% premium
PE vs Historical
14.0 vs 13.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$15.09
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$15.20
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$15.31
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→14)
PE COMPRESSION
$14.96
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 12.1%)
$32.78
(+119%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.0, Growth: 12.1%)
$21.10
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.9, Growth: 12.1%)
$17.94
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.27 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.67
Bull Case
$26.19
(+75%)
Analyst growth 59.6%, PE expands to 24.5
Base Case
$23.81
(+59%)
Market implied 59.6%, PE stable at 22.3
Bear Case
$10.15
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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