Pearson narrows 2026 EBIT guidance to £650 million–£675 million
PSO•Pearson narrowed its 2026 EBIT forecast to £650 million–£675 million from £640 million–£685 million, retaining the midpoint. It maintained mid-single-digit full-year sales growth guidance and forecast cash conversion of 90%–100%, excluding roughly £200 million for two acquisitions.
1. Guidance and growth
Pearson said third-quarter growth accelerated to 6%, while sales grew 5% over the first nine months. It expects tougher comparisons and assessment delivery timing to slow fourth-quarter growth. A fourth-quarter return to growth for PTE remains possible, but is more uncertain as market conditions stay challenging.
