PSO Pearson plc Forecast, Technical & Fundamental Analysis

PSO in downward trend: price dove below 50-day moving average on September 02, 2026

PSO moved below its 50-day moving average on September 02, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend. In 29 of 52 similar past instances, the stock price decreased further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 56%.

Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 04, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on PSO as a result. In 42 of 87 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 48%.

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for PSO turned negative on September 02, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 47 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 18 of the 47 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 38%.

The 10-day moving average for PSO crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on September 08, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 8 of 16 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 50%.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where PSO declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 40%.

The Aroon Indicator for PSO entered a downward trend on September 10, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Bullish Trend Analysis

The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. 34 of 57 cases where PSO's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 60%.

Following a +3.27% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where PSO advanced for three days, in 189 of 329 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 57%.

PSO may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 12 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 28 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (2.119) is normal, around the industry mean (7.290). P/E Ratio (23.570) is within average values for comparable stocks, (21.244). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.669) is also within normal values, averaging (1.681). Dividend Yield (0.022) settles around the average of (0.023) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (2.063) is also within normal values, averaging (1.204).

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 37 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 83, placing this stock slightly better than average.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 45 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. PSO’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 84 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.