Sami's questions to Pearson PLC (PSO) leadership • H1 2025
Question
An investor, Sami, asked via the web portal if Clinical Assessment and UK Qualifications would sustain double-digit growth in H2. He also inquired about the growth outlook for U.S. Student Assessment, the scale of the VUE Test Prep business, and the current share of Inclusive Access in U.S. Higher Education.
Answer
President of Assessment & Qualifications, Art Valentine, expressed confidence in the underlying trends for Clinical and UK Quals, driven by digital adoption and strong volumes, and confirmed U.S. Student Assessment is expected to return to growth in H2. President of Higher Education, Tom ap Simon, referenced a prior mid-30% figure for IA's share and highlighted its 21% H1 growth.