Paycom (PAYC)

Currency in USD
126.36
-5.32(-4.04%)
Closed·
131.50+5.14(+4.07%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
125.08131.69
52 wk Range
104.90267.76
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
131.68
Open
129.7
Day's Range
125.08-131.69
52 wk Range
104.9-267.76
Volume
1.38M
Average Volume (3m)
1.81M
1-Year Change
-44.7413%
Book Value / Share
31.54
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
151.53
Upside
+19.92%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Holds more cash than debt on its balance sheet

Paycom News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

Analyst Ratings

6 Buy
14 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
20 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 151.53
(+19.92% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
UBS
Buy183.00+44.82%210.00MaintainApr 21, 2026
Citi
Hold120.00-5.03%128.00MaintainApr 10, 2026
TD Cowen
Buy148.00+17.13%137.00MaintainMar 31, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Hold135.00+6.84%-MaintainMar 06, 2026
Barclays
Hold150.00+18.71%140.00MaintainMar 06, 2026

Paycom SWOT Analysis


AI-Driven Innovation
Explore Paycom's groundbreaking AI assistant, IWant, and its potential to revolutionize HCM software adoption and client acquisition strategies
Financial Strength
Delve into Paycom's impressive financial performance, with revenue growth of 10.21% YoY and robust EBITDA margins exceeding 41% projections
Market Expansion
Learn about Paycom's international growth strategy and the return of "boomerang" clients, signaling strong customer satisfaction and loyalty
Analyst Perspectives
Discover varied analyst views on Paycom's future, with price targets ranging from $221 to $290, reflecting diverse opinions on growth potential
Read full SWOT analysis

Paycom Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Paycom Q1 2026 EPS hit $3.15, beating estimates of $2.99; revenue reached $572M vs. expected $565M, up 8% YoY with adjusted EBITDA at 48.2%.
  • Company authorized new $2B share buyback program; stock rose 0.45% after-hours to $132.27 following earnings beat announcement.
  • Automation and AI investments driving operational efficiencies with 50 basis point expansion in adjusted EBITDA margin; recurring revenue up 9% to $544M.
  • Q2 2026 guidance projects EPS of $2.64 with revenue forecast at $515.6M; CEO cited automation investments delivering strong profitability metrics.
  • Key risks include market saturation, economic headwinds affecting HCM spending, and intense competition in AI-driven automation space.
Last Updated: 06/05/2026, 23:04
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Earnings

Latest Release
May 06, 2026
EPS / Forecast
3.15 / 2.99
Revenue / Forecast
571.9M / 565.08M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 8.08%
Dividend Yield
1.13%
Industry Median 1.05%
Annualised payout
1.50
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

PAYC Income Statement

Compare PAYC to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
PAYC
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
13.0x36.5x12.7x
PEG Ratio
−1.380.360.03
Price/Book
3.4x3.9x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
2.9x2.3x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
10.9%25.3%18.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Paycom Software, Inc. provides cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solution delivered as software-as-a-service for small to mid-sized companies in the United States. The company offers functionality and data analytics that businesses need to manage the employment life cycle from recruitment to retirement. The company’s HCM solution offers payroll applications comprising better employee transaction interface, payroll and payroll tax management, payroll card, Everyday, Paycom pay, Client Action Center, expense management, garnishment administration, and GL concierge applications; talent acquisition, including applicant tracking, background checks, on-boarding, e-verify, and tax credit services; and talent management applications that include employee self-service, compensation budgeting, performance management, position management, Paycom learning, certification management. The company also offers time and labor management, such as time and attendance, scheduling, time-off requests, and labor allocation solutions. Its HCM solution provides manager on-the-go that gives supervisors and managers the ability to perform a variety of tasks, such as approving time-off requests and expense reimbursements; direct data exchange; ask here, a tool for direct line of communication to ask work-related questions; document and checklist; government and compliance; benefits administration; COBRA administration; personnel action and performance discussion forms; Paycom surveys; retirement reporting; report center; and affordable care act applications, as well as Clue, which securely collects, tracks, and manages the vaccination and testing data of the workforce; and MyCom is a communications tool that provides organizations with a central place to share information with employees. Paycom Software, Inc. was founded in 1998 and is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Employees
5770

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
23.20M48.66%3.05B
Other Institutional Investors
29.52M51.34%3.89B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
52.72M100.00%6.94B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.12.08%5,759,802758,451
The Vanguard Group, Inc.11.73%5,589,389736,011

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FAQ

What Is the Paycom (PAYC) Stock Price Today?

The Paycom stock price today is 126.36 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Paycom Trade On?

Paycom is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Paycom?

The stock symbol for Paycom is "PAYC."

What Is the Paycom (PAYC) Afterhours Price Today? (Afterhours variable test: 131.50) Current Date: May 07, 2026

After hours price: 131.50. After hours price change (units): 5.14. Price change percentage: 4.07%

What Is the Paycom Market Cap?

As of today, Paycom market cap is 5.88B USD.

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

The Paycom EPS (TTM) is 8.08.

When Is the Next Paycom Earnings Date?

Paycom will release its next earnings report on Aug 04, 2026.

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

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

How Many Times Has Paycom Stock Split?

Paycom has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Paycom Have?

Paycom has 5770 employees.

What is the current trading status of Paycom (PAYC)?

As of May 07, 2026, Paycom (PAYC) is trading at a price of 126.36 USD, with a previous close of 131.68 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 125.08 USD to 131.69 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 104.90 USD to 267.76 USD.

What Is Paycom (PAYC) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Paycom is 151.53 USD, with a high estimate of 240 USD and a low estimate of 120 USD. 6 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +19.92% Upside potential.

What Is the PAYC Premarket Price?

PAYC's last pre-market stock price is 132.27 USD. The pre-market share volume is 520.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.59, or 0.45%.

What Is the PAYC After Hours Price?

PAYC's last after hours stock price is 131.50 USD, the stock has decreased by 5.14, or 4.07%.
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