Is PSO stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, PSO is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: PSO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of PSO stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for PSO to be between $12.95 and $14.24. The current price is $13.16.

What is the analyst price target for PSO?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for PSO is $14.35. This implies a potential upside of 9.5% from current levels.

PSO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

PSO - Pearson plc

Books: Publishing or Publishing & Printing

$13.16

0.05 (0.38%) ▲

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Last Updated: January 30, 2026

Earnings: Feb 27, 2026 26d

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Bottom Line:
📊 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

Adjust Growth Assumption: 10.6%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$19.34

Based on 7.3% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$12.01

Trading above fair value

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 14.7x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: PSO is currently trading at $13.16, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.95 to $14.24. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.2) is in line with its historical norms (14.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 7.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, PSO is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $13.29. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: PSO has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. 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 SLIGHTLY LOW

Fair Price Range $12.95 - $14.24

Company Quality Score 53/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 52.4%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($14.35)

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $12.95 - $14.24

Current vs Fair Value SLIGHTLY LOW

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $12.42

Resistance Level $13.30

Current Trend Downtrend

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 14.16

Wall Street Target $14.35 (+9.5%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -1.8%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 7.5%

Profit Margin 12.5%

Valuation Discount vs History -1.3% cheaper

PE vs Historical 14.2 vs 14.7 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -1.3% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $12.94 (-1%)

2-Year Target $12.77 (-3%)

3-Year Target $12.61 (-4%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 14→15) $13.09 (0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 22.3, Growth: 10.6%) $27.91 (+113%)

Base: (SPY PE: 14.2, Growth: 10.6%) $17.72 (+35%)

Bear: (PE: 12.0, Growth: 10.6%) $15.06 (+15%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 14.46 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.90

Bull Case $14.72 (+12%)

Analyst growth 2.9%, PE expands to 15.9

Base Case $13.38 (+2%)

Market implied 2.9%, PE stable at 14.5

Bear Case $8.85 (-33%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.3

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 14.2 to 14.7

Stabilization Target: $13.61 (+3.8%)

PE Expansion Potential: +3.8%

Last updated: January 31, 2026 3:13 PM ET
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