Pearson plc (F:PESA) — Market Cap & Net Worth
Market Cap & Net Worth: Pearson plc (PESA)
Pearson plc (F:PESA) has a market capitalization of $7.47 Billion (€6.39 Billion) as of June 17, 2026. Listed on the F stock exchange, this Germany-based company holds position #2798 globally and #549 in its home market, demonstrating a -1.50% 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 €13.10 by its total outstanding shares 602532717 (602.53 Million). Review PESA liabilities breakdown to assess the company's total debt and financial obligations.
Pearson plc Market Cap History: 2015 to 2026
Pearson plc's market capitalization history from 2015 to 2026. Data shows growth from $5.06 Billion to $9.23 Billion (1.31% CAGR).
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.
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 June 17, 2026.
Key companies related to Pearson plc by market ranking:
- New York Times Company (NYSE:NYT): Ranked #2000 globally with a market cap of $11.89 Billion USD.
- Schibsted ASA B (OL:SCHB): Ranked #3955 globally with a market cap of $4.37 Billion USD ( Nkr41.56 Billion NOK).
- Springer Nature AG & Co KGaA (F:SPG): Ranked #4195 globally with a market cap of $4.00 Billion USD ( €3.42 Billion EUR).
- Schibsted ASA A (OL:SCHA): Ranked #4624 globally with a market cap of $3.45 Billion USD ( Nkr32.75 Billion NOK).
| Rank | Company | Symbol | Market Cap | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2000 | New York Times Company | NYSE:NYT | $11.89 Billion | $73.83 |
| #3955 | Schibsted ASA B | OL:SCHB | $4.37 Billion | Nkr321.80 |
| #4195 | Springer Nature AG & Co KGaA | F:SPG | $4.00 Billion | €18.50 |
| #4624 | Schibsted ASA A | OL:SCHA | $3.45 Billion | Nkr338.60 |
Pearson plc Historical Marketcap From 2015 to 2026
Between 2015 and today, Pearson plc's market cap moved from $5.06 Billion to $ 9.23 Billion, with a yearly change of 1.31%.
| Year | Market Cap | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | €9.23 Billion | +11.02% |
| 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 Jun 17th, 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