Pearson plc Market Cap ($7.47 Billion)
Market Cap & Net Worth: Pearson plc (PESA)
Pearson plc market cap. Pearson plc (F:PESA) has a market capitalization of $7.47 Billion (€6.39 Billion) as of November 1, 2026. Listed on the F stock exchange, this Germany-based company holds position #2657 globally and #541 in its home market, demonstrating a -3.11% decrease in market value over the past year.
Market capitalization, also known as net worth in stock markets, is calculated by multiplying Pearson plc's stock price €15.60 by its total outstanding shares 602532717 (602.53 Million). Also see PESA cash generation efficiency for how efficiently the company converts equity into cash flow.
Pearson plc Market Cap History (2015–2026)
Pearson plc market cap history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows growth from $5.06 Billion to $10.99 Billion (2.88% CAGR). Check Pearson plc stock quote for real-time trading data and today's change.
Pearson plc Market Cap to Earnings & Revenue Ratios Timeline
This chart shows how Pearson plc's valuation ratios have evolved. The Price to Sales (P/S) ratio compares market cap to revenue, while the Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio compares market cap to net income. Lower values may indicate a more undervalued company relative to its financial performance. Explore PESA net asset momentum to track how rapidly the company is growing its equity base year over year.
Latest Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio
2.32x
Pearson plc's market cap is 2.32 times its annual revenue
Latest Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio
24.81x
Pearson plc's market cap is 24.81 times its annual earnings
What These Ratios Tell Investors:
- Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's sales. Lower P/S ratios may indicate undervaluation.
- Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Shows how much investors are paying for each dollar of the company's earnings. This is one of the most common valuation metrics.
- Trends in these ratios over time can indicate changing investor sentiment about the company's future growth prospects.
- Industry comparison provides context for whether the company is valued higher or lower than peers.
| Year | Market Cap (USD) | Revenue (USD) | Net Income (USD) | P/S Ratio | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $5.04 Billion | $4.55 Billion | -$2.34 Billion | 1.11x | N/A |
| 2017 | $4.63 Billion | $4.51 Billion | $406.00 Million | 1.03x | 11.40x |
| 2018 | $5.93 Billion | $4.13 Billion | $588.00 Million | 1.44x | 10.09x |
| 2019 | $4.49 Billion | $3.87 Billion | $264.00 Million | 1.16x | 17.00x |
| 2020 | $4.75 Billion | $3.40 Billion | $310.00 Million | 1.40x | 15.31x |
| 2021 | $4.51 Billion | $3.43 Billion | $159.00 Million | 1.32x | 28.35x |
| 2022 | $6.86 Billion | $3.84 Billion | $242.00 Million | 1.79x | 28.36x |
| 2023 | $7.28 Billion | $3.67 Billion | $378.00 Million | 1.98x | 19.25x |
| 2024 | $10.78 Billion | $3.55 Billion | $434.00 Million | 3.03x | 24.83x |
| 2025 | $8.31 Billion | $3.58 Billion | $335.00 Million | 2.32x | 24.81x |
Competitor Companies of PESA by Market Capitalization
Companies near Pearson plc in the global market cap rankings as of November 1, 2026. Also see PESA asset base for a full breakdown of the balance sheet.
Key companies related to Pearson plc by market ranking:
- New York Times Company (NYSE:NYT): Ranked #2091 globally with a market cap of $10.45 Billion USD.
- Schibsted ASA B (OL:SCHB): Ranked #3763 globally with a market cap of $4.37 Billion USD ( Nkr41.56 Billion NOK).
- Springer Nature AG & Co KGaA (F:SPG): Ranked #3995 globally with a market cap of $4.00 Billion USD ( €3.42 Billion EUR).
- Schibsted ASA A (OL:SCHA): Ranked #4360 globally with a market cap of $3.45 Billion USD ( Nkr32.75 Billion NOK).
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2091 | New York Times Company | NYSE:NYT | $10.45 Billion | $70.17 |
| #3763 | Schibsted ASA B | OL:SCHB | $4.37 Billion | Nkr321.80 |
| #3995 | Springer Nature AG & Co KGaA | F:SPG | $4.00 Billion | €20.45 |
| #4360 | Schibsted ASA A | OL:SCHA | $3.45 Billion | Nkr338.60 |
Market Capitalization of Pearson plc (2015–2026)
Market capitalization of Pearson plc from 2015 to today. Between 2015 and today, Pearson plc's market cap moved from $5.06 Billion to $ 10.99 Billion, with a yearly change of 2.88%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | €10.99 Billion | +32.20% |
| 2025 | €8.31 Billion | -22.88% |
| 2024 | €10.78 Billion | +48.13% |
| 2023 | €7.28 Billion | +6.03% |
| 2022 | €6.86 Billion | +52.21% |
| 2021 | €4.51 Billion | -5.04% |
| 2020 | €4.75 Billion | +5.78% |
| 2019 | €4.49 Billion | -24.32% |
| 2018 | €5.93 Billion | +28.17% |
| 2017 | €4.63 Billion | -8.24% |
| 2016 | €5.04 Billion | -0.33% |
| 2015 | €5.06 Billion | -- |
End of Day Market Cap According to Different Sources
On Oct 31st, 2026 the market cap of Pearson plc was reported to be:
| Source | Market Cap |
|---|---|
| Yahoo Finance | $7.47 Billion USD |
| MoneyControl | $7.47 Billion USD |
| MarketWatch | $7.47 Billion USD |
| marketcap.company | $7.47 Billion USD |
| Reuters | $7.47 Billion USD |
Market cap values may vary slightly between sources due to differences in calculation methods, timing, and data refresh rates.
About Pearson plc
Pearson plc provides educational courseware, assessments, and services in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, the Asia Pacific, other European countries, and internationally. It operates through five segments: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Enterprise Learning & Skills, and Higher Education. The Assessment & Qualifications segment offers pears… Read more