What Is Pearson, Plc (PSO) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Pearson, Plc presents a highly debated valuation profile at its current price of $16.57. The composite intrinsic value is estimated at $16.93 (+2.2% average upside), masking a wide model spread between the 4 bullish models and 7 bearish models. Model dispersion is worth noting: Bayesian DCF targets $40.07 (+141.8%), versus Dynamic NAV at $0.70 (-95.8%). This +237.6% range highlights the importance of multi-model analysis rather than relying on any single methodology.
What Do the Models Say About PSO?
13 of 13 models are currently active for PSO. Of these, 5 models suggest upside while 8 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates PSO's intrinsic value at $40.07, implying +141.8% upside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does PSO Rank in Books: Publishing or Publishing & Printing?
Among 4 Books: Publishing or Publishing & Printing stocks, PSO ranks #1 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 8.0/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 8.0 indicates above-average quality.
The Books: Publishing or Publishing & Printing sector introduces analytical considerations specific to media and communications company businesses. For Pearson, Plc, metrics like fiber/5G penetration provide important context that general-purpose valuation models may underweight.
Is PSO a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns PSO a score of 5/100 (SAFE). This indicates minimal risk. Fundamentals are healthy. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
13 of 13 models are active for Pearson, Plc. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi Quality of Company (QOC) framework, Pearson, Plc earns a quality score of 8.0/10. This robust rating reflects the company's standing across 32 fundamental signals spanning profitability, growth consistency, balance sheet strength, and capital allocation efficiency.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +237.6% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every PSO valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across PSO's 13 active models, average confidence is 42%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →