Paychex Inc (PAYX)

Currency in USD
103.17
+0.04(+0.04%)
Real-time Data·
High dividend Yield
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Fair Value
Day's Range
102.39103.92
52 wk Range
101.05161.24
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
103.13
Open
103.62
Day's Range
102.39-103.92
52 wk Range
101.05-161.24
Volume
687.26K
Average Volume (3m)
3.31M
1-Year Change
-30.1551%
Book Value / Share
10.78
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
119.87
Upside
+16.18%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
7 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

Paychex Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Neutral

Paychex Inc Company Profile

Paychex, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides human capital management solutions (HCM) for payroll, employee benefits, human resources (HR), and insurance services for small to medium-sized businesses in the United States, Europe, and India. It offers payroll processing services; payroll tax administration services; employee payment services; and regulatory compliance services. The company provides retirement solutions, such as plan implementation, ongoing compliance with government regulations, employee and employer reporting, participant and employer online access, electronic funds transfer, and other administrative services; HCM solutions from recruiting and hiring to retirement; and talent management and talent acquisition services. In addition, it offers payroll solutions, including calculation, preparation, and delivery of employee payroll checks; production of internal accounting records and management reports; preparation of federal, state, and local payroll tax returns; and collection and remittance of clients’ payroll obligations. Further, the company provides workforce management solutions; benefits administration solutions; digital marketplace for earned wages, financial wellness solutions, and voluntary lifestyle benefits; HR support to non-payroll clients through HR Partner Plus solution; and insurance services for property and casualty coverage, such as workers’ compensation, business-owner policies, cyber security protection, and commercial auto, as well as health and benefits coverage, including health, dental, vision, and life. Additionally, it offers payroll, employer compliance, HR and employee benefits administration, risk management outsourcing, and both virtual and on-site availability of a professionally trained HR representative, and other solutions to businesses. It markets and sells its services primarily through its direct sales force. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Rochester, New York.

Paychex Inc SWOT Analysis


Strategic Expansion
Paychex's $4.1B acquisition of PYCR marks a significant move into the mid-market HCM sector, potentially driving growth and diversifying revenue streams
Financial Resilience
Explore Paychex's robust financial performance, with EPS projections of $4.98 for FY1 and $5.41 for FY2, underpinned by disciplined expense management
Market Dynamics
Delve into Paychex's competitive positioning amidst macroeconomic challenges, including its strategy to mitigate risks in the small business secto
Future Outlook
Analysts project growth improvement in H2 FY2025, with price targets ranging from $140 to $148, reflecting optimism for Paychex's medium-term prospects
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Paychex Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Paychex reported Q2 fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.26, exceeding forecasts of $1.23, with revenue reaching $1.56 billion against projected $1.55 billion.
  • Total revenue grew 18% year-over-year to $1.6 billion, with management solutions segment increasing 21% to $1.2 billion despite talent sourcing challenges.
  • The company returned $514 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks while maintaining an operating cash flow of $445 million.
  • CEO John Gibson emphasized AI's role in enhancing client value propositions as the company launched new AI-driven platforms to improve service delivery.
  • Paychex forecasts 10-11% adjusted diluted EPS growth for fiscal 2026, with Q3 revenue growth of approximately 18% and adjusted operating margin between 47-48%.
Last Updated: 12/20/2025, 12:20 AM
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Metrics to compare
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P/E Ratio
23.2x71.9x12.4x
PEG Ratio
−3.34−1.190.03
Price/Book
9.5x5.2x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
6.1x5.0x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
17.3%54.7%16.4%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

2 Buy
12 Hold
4 Sell
Ratings:
18 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 119.87
(+16.18% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Cantor Fitzgerald
Sell98.00-4.93%-New CoverageJan 27, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold123.00+19.32%133.00MaintainDec 22, 2025
Stifel
Hold126.00+22.24%137.00MaintainDec 17, 2025
Wolfe Research
Sell115.00+11.56%130.00MaintainDec 10, 2025
Wells Fargo
Sell116.00+12.53%128.00MaintainDec 09, 2025

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 4.42%
Dividend Yield
4.19%
Industry Median 1.25%
Annualized payout
4.32
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.22%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Dec 19, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.26 / 1.23
Revenue / Forecast
1.56B / 1.55B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

PAYX Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Paychex (PAYX) Stock Price Today?

The Paychex stock price today is 103.17

What Stock Exchange Does Paychex Trade On?

Paychex is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Paychex?

The stock symbol for Paychex is "PAYX."

Does Paychex Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Paychex dividend yield is 4.19%.

What Is the Paychex Market Cap?

As of today, Paychex market cap is 37.01B.

What Is Paychex's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Paychex EPS (TTM) is 4.42.

When Is the Next Paychex Earnings Date?

Paychex will release its next earnings report on Mar 31, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is PAYX a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Paychex Stock Split?

Paychex has split 10 times.

How Many Employees Does Paychex Have?

Paychex has 19000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Paychex (PAYX)?

As of Feb 02, 2026, Paychex (PAYX) is trading at a price of 103.17, with a previous close of 103.13. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 102.39 to 103.92, while its 52-week range spans from 101.05 to 161.24.

What Is Paychex (PAYX) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Paychex is USD119.87, with a high estimate of USD148 and a low estimate of USD98. 2 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 4 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +16.18% Upside potential.

What Is the PAYX Premarket Price?

PAYX's last pre-market stock price is 103.10. The pre-market share volume is 2,550.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.03, or -0.03%.

What Is the PAYX After Hours Price?

PAYX's last after hours stock price is 103.58, the stock has decreased by 0.45, or 0.44%.
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