PSO ▼ -1.4% - Pearson plc $PSO - Pearson and Illinois Tech to Explore Employability Pathways and Workforce-Focused Learning Credentials Pearson shares declined 1.4% today following an announcement that the company will explore employability pathways and workforce-focused learning credentials with Illinois Tech. The market's muted reaction suggests investors are weighing the potential of this partnership against broader concerns about the company's growth trajectory or near-term earnings impact. 08-SEP-2026 09:00 AM ET