Pearson Q1 Sales Up 4% Confirm Guidance

Pearson reported 4% underlying group sales growth in Q1 and reaffirmed its full‑year guidance.
Virtual Learning sales surged 21% with enrolment up 15%, while Higher Education and English Language Learning each rose 2%.
Enterprise Learning & Skills posted an 8% increase; Assessment & Qualifications expected to return to growth from Q2.
Shares jumped 5.8% in London trading; Pearson continues £350 million share‑buyback programme.