Pearson narrows 2026 EBIT guidance to £650 million–£675 million
PSO•Pearson narrowed its 2026 operating profit guidance to £650 million–£675 million from £640 million–£685 million, keeping the midpoint unchanged. It maintained its mid-single-digit full-year sales growth and 90%–100% cash conversion outlook.
1. Outlook and sales
Pearson said nine-month sales growth was 5%, after third-quarter sales rose 6%. It expects fourth-quarter growth to slow because of tougher assessment comparisons and test-delivery timing. A fourth-quarter return to growth for Pearson Test of English is more uncertain as market conditions remain challenging. Cash conversion guidance remains 90%–100%, excluding approximately £200 million for two acquisitions.
