Paychex Inc (PAYX)

Currency in USD
112.10
+0.30(+0.27%)
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112.81+0.71(+0.63%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
110.65112.63
52 wk Range
109.99161.24
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
111.8
Open
112.32
Day's Range
110.65-112.63
52 wk Range
109.99-161.24
Volume
2.93M
Average Volume (3m)
2.85M
1-Year Change
-23.13%
Book Value / Share
11.04
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Price Target
134.71
Upside
+20.17%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Impressive gross profit margins

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 Q1/2026

  • Paychex Q1 FY2026: EPS $1.22 (+5% YoY), beating $1.20 forecast; revenue $1.54B (+17% YoY), meeting expectations
  • Stock dipped 6.86% pre-market despite earnings beat; Management Solutions revenue up 21%, PEO and Insurance Solutions up 3%
  • Successful Paycor integration achieved cost synergy targets; CEO highlights enhanced capabilities and market resilience
  • FY2026 outlook: EPS growth raised to 9-11%, total revenue growth 16.5-18.5%, Management Solutions revenue up 20-22%
  • $718M cash flow from operations; $549M returned to shareholders; 38-year dividend history underscores financial strength
Last Updated: 30/09/2025, 16:10
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P/E Ratio
25.0x7.9x12.4x
PEG Ratio
−5.100.000.03
Price/Book
10.2x1.1x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
7.0x0.3x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
19.5%55.4%20.6%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

1 Buy
13 Hold
3 Sell
Ratings:
17 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 134.71
(+20.17% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 4.46%
Dividend Yield
3.85%
Industry Median 1.24%
Annualised payout
4.32
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+10.69%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Sep 30, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.22 / 1.20
Revenue / Forecast
1.54B / 1.54B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

PAYX Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Paychex (PAYX) Premarket Price Today?

The Paychex (PAYX) premarket price is 112.04. Premarket price change units: 0.24. Premarket percentage change: 0.21%. Premarket volume: 6,910.00. Current date: 15 Nov 2025. Previous close: 111.80

What Stock Exchange Does Paychex Trade On?

Paychex is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Paychex?

The stock symbol for Paychex is "PAYX."

What Is the Paychex (PAYX) Afterhours Price Today? (Afterhours variable test: 112.81) Current Date: 15 Nov 2025

After hours price: 112.81. After hours price change (units): 0.71. Price change percentage: 0.63%

What Is the Paychex Market Cap?

As of today, Paychex market cap is 40.34B.

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

The Paychex EPS (TTM) is 4.46.

When Is the Next Paychex Earnings Date?

Paychex will release its next earnings report on 16 Dec 2025.

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 15 Nov 2025, Paychex (PAYX) is trading at a price of 112.10, with a previous close of 111.80. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 110.65 to 112.63, while its 52-week range spans from 109.99 to 161.24.

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

The average 12-month price target for Paychex is USD134.71429, with a high estimate of USD150 and a low estimate of USD122. 1 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 3 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +20.17% Upside potential.

What Is the PAYX Premarket Price?

PAYX's last pre-market stock price is 112.04. The pre-market share volume is 6,910.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.24, or 0.21%.

What Is the PAYX After Hours Price?

PAYX's last after hours stock price is 112.81, the stock has decreased by 0.71, or 0.63%.
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