Pearson plc Form 6-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Pearson plc covers the month of October 2024. The report was filed on October 1, 2024, and primarily addresses corporate governance matters regarding voting rights and capital structure as of September 30, 2024.
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 the prior comparable period are reported in this filing. The document confirms the total number of ordinary shares outstanding as of the close of business on September 30, 2024.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, forward-looking guidance, risk factors, or discussion of unusual items. It strictly reports on the company's share count for compliance with the FCA's Disclosure and Transparency Rules.
Key Facts for Investors
- Share Capital: As of September 30, 2024, Pearson plc had 666,201,864 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 share count figure is designated for shareholders to calculate notification requirements under the FCA's Disclosure and Transparency Rules.