The company’s underlying revenue grew by 4% to £1.779 billion, supported by a 19% revenue jump in its Virtual Learning division. While Assessment & Qualifications returned to growth in the second quarter, the firm successfully completed a £350 million share buyback and increased its interim dividend by 5%, signaling confidence in its balance sheet despite shifting market conditions.
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Pearson Reports Profit Growth as AI Demand Drives Reskilling Strategy
Pearson posted a strong first half for 2026, with adjusted operating profit climbing 14% to £276 million. Driven by a surge in virtual learning and strategic enterprise partnerships, the education company is maintaining its full-year guidance as it pivots to meet global demand for AI-focused workforce reskilling.
Chief Executive Omar Abbosh emphasized that Pearson is uniquely positioned to capitalize on the accelerating need for professional reskilling in an AI-driven economy. The company’s enterprise learning segment saw 7% growth, fueled by new agreements with major technology firms, including a recent partnership with Adobe and a deal to support a leading AI lab’s global certification program. Looking ahead, Pearson expects mid-single-digit underlying revenue growth for the full year, with free cash flow conversion projected between 90% and 100%.
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