Greg Pearson to Join Post Consumer Brands as President and Chief Executive Officer [Accessibility Statement] Skip NavigationST. LOUIS, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:POST), a consumer packaged goods holding company, today announced Greg Pearson will join the company as President and Chief Executive Officer of Post Consumer Brands, effective April 1, 2026. Pearson will succeed Nicolas Catoggio, who assumed the role of Post Holdings EVP, Chief Operating Officer in January 2026.Continue ...

1月29日，培生与中国教育国际交流协会（CEAIE）签署协议，宣布将继续深化数字教育战略合作，促 进战略政策对话机制，加强与政府及教育部门的协同联动。 1月31日，在上海中英商业论坛中，培生与香港最大的综合出版集团——联合出版（集团）有限公司达 成创新驱动的战略合作，此次合作将助力培生优化供应链体系，确保为中国各地学习者、客户及伙伴提 供一流的定制化服务与高效敏捷的响应支持。同日，在上海中英商业论坛中，培生国际学校资格认证 （Pearson School Qualifications International）与新航道国际教育集团深化合作，通过拓展音乐、艺术等 多元资格认证体系，为中国学习者搭建通往全球的能力跃升通道，系统性培养其面向未来的核心竞争 力，进一步扩大培生资格认证在中国市场的影响力。 此外，培生宣布与北京市人力资源和社会保障局合作，携手赋能职场跨文化能力建设，打造兼具全球视 野与专业实力的复合型人才。 阿博什说："中国正全力推进高质量、创新驱动型经济建设，这令我们的合作恰逢其时、意义非凡。通 过紧密协作，我们致力于共育面向未来的人才，深化文化与经济纽带，并在负责任的教育创新领域树立 标杆。" 近 ...

在 Anthropic于其GitHub页面发布该工具后，励讯集团(RELX Plc)和威科集团(Wolters Kluwer NV)的跌幅 均超过10%。培生集团(Pearson Plc)的股价也有所下滑。 在人工智能初创公司Anthropic为企业内部律师推出一款新工具后，欧洲法律软件及出版公司的股价纷 纷下跌。 受人工智能颠覆性影响而受到冲击的股票大幅下跌 Anthropic表示，该工具可以实现合同审查、保密协议(NDA)分类、简报撰写以及模板化回复等法律工作 的自动化。 尽管如此，该公司警告称，该插件并不提供法律建议。公司表示："在将其作为法律决策的依据之前， AI生成的分析报告应由执业律师进行审核。" 此次股价下跌正值被认为易受AI冲击的公司普遍受挫之际。瑞银集团的一篮子"欧洲AI风险股"周二一度 下跌4.7%，创下历史新低。 ...

Core Insights - The economic potential of AI can be significantly enhanced by pairing technology investment with continuous learning, potentially adding between $4.8 trillion and $6.6 trillion to the U.S. economy by 2034, which is about 15% of the current U.S. GDP at the lower estimate [1][2] Group 1: AI and Productivity - Companies are investing billions in AI infrastructure, but there are limited examples of productivity gains that benefit workers and drive return on investment [2] - The current focus on replacing workers with AI creates uncertainty in workplaces, while the broader economic uplift from AI remains elusive [2][3] - A critical "learning gap" is identified as the main barrier preventing full utilization of AI's potential by both employers and employees [2][4] Group 2: Human Skills and AI Adoption - The lack of human skills to work alongside AI technologies is seen as the biggest obstacle to successful AI adoption [3] - Addressing the skills gap is essential for supporting workers, boosting their confidence, and achieving desired ROI outcomes for businesses [3][4] - According to the World Economic Forum, 59% of the global workforce will require reskilling by 2030, highlighting the urgency of addressing the learning gap [4] Group 3: Learning Framework - Pearson's report proposes a new approach to workplace learning that integrates technology deployment with skill building, termed the DEEP Learning Framework [4][6] - The framework includes actionable steps such as diagnosing task-level augmentation plans and embedding learning into the workflow [6] - Employers risk missing productivity gains if they focus solely on technology deployment without considering the human aspect of AI adoption [4]

Group 1 - U.S. stock futures are lower, with Dow futures down approximately 100 points [1] - Glaukos Corp reported preliminary FY25 sales of $507 million, leading to a 12.1% drop in shares to $96.97 in pre-market trading [1] Group 2 - Briacell Therapeutics Corp experienced a significant decline of 53.1% to $5.12 after announcing a $30 million public offering [2] - Trip.com Group Ltd shares fell 9.3% to $68.55 amid an investigation by China's SAMR for potential anti-monopoly violations [2] - Pearson PLC shares decreased by 7.2% to $13.36 following a trading update for 2025 [2] - Olema Pharmaceuticals Inc shares declined 5.5% to $26.37 after a previous drop of 3% [2] - Fresenius Medical Care AG shares fell 4.8% to $21.79 [2] - Ambitions Enterprise Management Co LLC shares dropped 4.3% to $11.81 after a significant increase of 134% the previous day [2] - NovaBay Pharmaceuticals Inc shares decreased by 3.8% to $12.55 following a 3% drop on Tuesday [2] - SmartRent Inc shares fell 2.3% to $1.74 in pre-market trading [2]

Core Insights - The company achieved strong financial performance in 2025, with all business units contributing to growth and a positive outlook for 2026 and beyond [1][2] Financial Performance - Underlying Group sales growth was 4% for the full year, with Q4 growth accelerating to 8% [3][5] - Group adjusted operating profit for the full year was between £610 million and £615 million, reflecting a 6% increase on an underlying basis [5] - Free cash flow conversion exceeded 95%, alongside a £0.1 billion repayment related to State Aid [5][7] Business Unit Performance - Assessment & Qualifications sales grew by 4% for the full year, with Q4 sales up 8% [6][11] - Virtual Learning sales increased by 8% for the full year, with a notable 20% growth in Q4 [6][11] - Higher Education sales rose by 2% for the full year, with US Higher Education sales growing by 3% [6][11] - English Language Learning sales grew by 1% for the full year, with Q4 growth accelerating to 8% [6][11] - Enterprise Learning & Skills sales increased by 6% for the full year and 13% in Q4 [6][11] Strategic Developments - The company launched an AI-powered learning solution, Communication Coach, integrated into Microsoft 365, marking a significant partnership with Microsoft [5] - New strategic partnerships were established, including one with IBM, and a vocational skilling contract was secured in Saudi Arabia [5] Outlook - The medium-term outlook remains unchanged, with expectations for mid-single digit underlying sales growth CAGR and sustained margin improvement of approximately 40 basis points per annum [8]

NEW YORK and LONDON, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) and Deloitte today announced an alliance to co-develop and deliver end-to-end talent, leadership, and workforce development solutions for global enterprises and government organizations. The collaboration will draw upon Deloitte and Pearson's distinctive, industry-specific experience and breadth of capabilities to develop products and services that address immediate market needs including AI learning, leadership development, and learn ...

Core Insights - There is a growing concern among educators in the UK regarding the preparedness of young people for an AI-driven future, with significant percentages of teachers feeling that students are not adequately equipped [2][3] Group 1: Educator Concerns - 44% of secondary teachers and 31% of primary teachers believe students lack adequate preparation for the impact of AI [2] - 23% of teachers express a lack of confidence in using AI, and only 9% feel confident teaching it [3] - 42% of teachers advocate for the inclusion of AI in teacher training programs to ensure educators are equipped to guide students effectively [3][8] Group 2: Demand for Training - There is a strong demand for enhanced training on AI among both schoolteachers and college tutors, reflecting the need for improved digital literacy in education [4][6] - 57% of teachers anticipate that AI will play a larger role in education in the future, and 39% have used AI tools recently [8] - 59% of college tutors believe that more AI training is necessary for teachers and tutors [8] Group 3: Initiatives by Pearson - Pearson has introduced various certifications and training programs aimed at building AI literacy, including the Generative AI Foundations Certification [7] - The company emphasizes the importance of investing in tools, training, and resources to help teachers harness AI's potential effectively [5] - Pearson's initiatives align with recommendations from the Curriculum and Assessment Review, highlighting the critical need for digital literacy in the context of AI advancements [4]

Core Viewpoint - Dickey's Barbecue Pit is hosting a free family event that combines football, barbecue, and Thanksgiving celebrations in Texas [1] Group 1 - The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 19, 2025, and aims to celebrate Texas culture [1] - The collaboration with Drew Pearson, a former Dallas Cowboys player, highlights the connection between the event and local football heritage [1]

Core Viewpoint - Dickey's Barbecue Pit is hosting a Thanksgiving celebration that combines barbecue and football, featuring a meet-and-greet with Pro Football Hall of Famer Drew Pearson [1] Company Event - The event will take place on Saturday, November 22, from 1–3 p.m. at Dickey's Barbecue Pit located off Highway 121 in McKinney [1] - Guests will have the opportunity to sample Rancher's and Dickey's sausage, along with free Red Bull [1]