Pearson plc Form 6-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Pearson plc covers the month of February 2026. The report was filed on February 2, 2026, and primarily addresses corporate governance matters regarding voting rights and capital structure as of January 31, 2026.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This document is a regulatory update on share capital rather than a financial results announcement.
Material Changes
No material financial changes versus a prior comparable period are disclosed in this filing. The document reports the total number of ordinary shares admitted to trading as of the close of business on January 31, 2026.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or discussion of contingencies. It serves strictly to inform shareholders of the share count for compliance with the FCA's Disclosure and Transparency Rules.
Key Facts for Investors
- Share Count: As of January 31, 2026, Pearson plc had 635,405,249 ordinary shares of 25p each admitted to trading.
- Voting Rights: Each ordinary share carries the right to one vote at general meetings.
- Treasury Shares: The Company does not hold any shares in Treasury.
- Regulatory Use: The reported share figure is the denominator for calculating notification thresholds under the FCA's Disclosure and Transparency Rules.