Pearson (PSON.L) has fallen dramatically from recent highs of 927p. Will it continue, or is this an opportunity to pick up a bargain?

• Now trading at 581p (at time of writing). A return to previous highs would represent a rise of 59%.
• This stock is one of the most significant fallers in the period.
• Is the trend your friend, or is a bounce imminent?
• The market often over-reacts to bad news. Investors should consider whether it is down for good reason, or is this another over-reaction?
• Investors seeking a bargain should be mindful of fundamentals and events, which can influence price action. Check our website and news outlets for updates.
• Shares -37% from 12-month highs; +3% from 12 month lows.

Latest News

30 Jan:  Goldman Sachs reiterates its sell rating on Pearson (PSON) and reduced the target price to 505p (from 518p).

24 Jan:  Deutsche Bank reiterates its hold rating on Pearson (PSON) and reduced the target price to 500p (from 600p).

21 Jan:  UBS has downgraded its rating on Pearson (PSON) to neutral (from buy) and reduced the target price to 600p (from 820p).

17 Jan:  Kepler Cheuvreux reiterates its hold rating on Pearson (PSON) and reduced the target price to 650p (from 815p).

17 Jan:  Goldman Sachs reiterates its sell rating on Pearson (PSON) and reduced the target price to 518p (from 566p).

17 Jan:  Credit Suisse reiterates its underperform rating on Pearson (PSON) and reduced the target price to 533p (from 590p).

17 Jan:  Barclays Capital reiterates its underweight rating on Pearson (PSON) and reduced the target price to 520p (from 620p).

Source: Bloomberg, Reuters, Alpha Terminal, FT, DJ Newswires

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