Paychex (PAYX) Stock Price

Paychex Price

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120.62USD+0.58 (+0.48 %)
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Over the last 19 years Paychex grew revenue by 6.7% annually, reaching 6.51 B USD. Earnings per share have grown at 6.9% per year over the last 19 years. For Paychex, the net margin of 27.0% is down versus 30.2% a few years ago. At today's price the dividend yield works out to roughly 3.67%. The payout ratio is around 85% of earnings. The dividend has grown at 8.0% per year over the past 19 years. The consensus 12-month price target for Paychex is 124.21 USD, about 3.0% above where the stock trades today. Of 23 analysts, 1 rate the stock a buy — an overall Hold consensus. The stock trades about 41% above its 52-week low.

Paychex stock price

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Paychex Stock Price History
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Paychex Revenue, EBIT, Net Income

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Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
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Date
Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
Jan 1, 2022
4.61 B USD
1.84 B USD
1.39 B USD
Jan 1, 2023
5.01 B USD
2.03 B USD
1.56 B USD
Jan 1, 2024
5.28 B USD
2.17 B USD
1.69 B USD
Jan 1, 2025
5.57 B USD
2.21 B USD
1.66 B USD
Jan 1, 2026
6.51 B USD
2.51 B USD
1.76 B USD
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
6.86 B USD
2.82 B USD
2.16 B USD
Jan 1, 2028 (e)
7.24 B USD
2.97 B USD
2.32 B USD
Jan 1, 2029 (e)
7.61 B USD
3.12 B USD
2.47 B USD

Paychex Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

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REVENUE GROWTH%
GROSS MARGIN%
GROSS INCOMEB USD
EBITB USD
EBIT MARGIN%
NET INCOMEB USD
NET INCOME GROWTH%
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DIV. GROWTH%
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1.791.932.092.232.362.592.762.793.263.553.804.034.845.105.385.65
0.981.051.151.241.291.371.461.461.842.032.172.212.512.822.973.12
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales Paychex generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue Paychex retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare Paychex's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares Paychex has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against Paychex's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

Paychex stock margins

The Paychex margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of Paychex. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for Paychex.
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EBIT margin
Profit margin
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Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2022
70.59 %
39.90 %
30.20 %
Jan 1, 2023
70.98 %
40.60 %
31.10 %
Jan 1, 2024
71.97 %
41.19 %
32.03 %
Jan 1, 2025
72.35 %
39.62 %
29.74 %
Jan 1, 2026
74.29 %
38.55 %
27.03 %
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
74.29 %
41.04 %
31.48 %
Jan 1, 2028 (e)
74.29 %
41.04 %
32.06 %
Jan 1, 2029 (e)
74.29 %
41.04 %
32.48 %

Paychex Stock Revenue, EBIT, Earnings per Share

The Paychex earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue Paychex has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.
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Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
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Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2022
12.73 USD
5.08 USD
3.84 USD
Jan 1, 2023
13.83 USD
5.61 USD
4.30 USD
Jan 1, 2024
14.59 USD
6.01 USD
4.67 USD
Jan 1, 2025
15.43 USD
6.11 USD
4.59 USD
Jan 1, 2026
18.18 USD
7.01 USD
4.91 USD
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
18.96 USD
7.86 USD
5.97 USD
Jan 1, 2028 (e)
20.00 USD
8.29 USD
6.41 USD
Jan 1, 2029 (e)
21.01 USD
8.71 USD
6.83 USD

Paychex business model & stock analysis

Paychex Inc is a leading provider of payroll and HR services for small, medium, and large businesses in America. The company was founded in 1971 by Tom Golisano in Rochester, New York. Originally called Payroll and Accounting Services, Inc., the name was later changed to Paychex Inc. Paychex Inc offers a wide range of services focused on managing employee data, payroll processing, associated tax payments, and employee administration. The company's goal is to help businesses and entrepreneurs take care of their operations by taking on numerous other responsibilities. Today, Paychex Inc is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York and has over 100 offices across the United States. Paychex Inc employs around 16,000 employees who specialize in various areas to provide these services. Paychex specializes in managing employee data and payroll processing. The core services include: 1. Payroll: Paychex offers services to assist companies in creating, processing, and issuing payroll to their employees. Payroll also includes tax payments, withholding taxes, and reserves in accordance with federal and state regulations. 2. HR Administration: Paychex offers various HR administration services to help businesses organize their workforce structure. This includes services such as employee data recordkeeping, timekeeping, and scheduling. 3. Compliance: Compliance with employee regulations and legal requirements is important to avoid wage disputes and legal issues. Paychex supports companies with a variety of compliance services, including tax compliance services, labor standards, insurance, and performance evaluations. 4. Retirement Planning: Paychex offers assistance to companies in planning and developing retirement plans. This includes services such as setting up retirement plans, managing contribution plans, and complying with tax regulations. Paychex Inc also offers a range of specialty services to meet specific business requirements. These services may include: 5. Accounting: Paychex supports businesses in creating and managing business books and complying with tax regulations. 6. Payment Processing: Businesses can take advantage of Paychex's payment processing services, which include processing payments to vendors as well as managing payments to customers and creditors. 7. Benefits Administration: Paychex provides support in setting up and managing employee benefit programs and plans. 8. Human Resources: Paychex offers specialized HR services such as hiring consulting, employee development and training, and employee reviews. These services are designed to help businesses focus on their core operations while outsourcing the management of payroll and HR. By outsourcing these tasks, businesses can save time and resources and focus on growing their operations. In summary, Paychex Inc is a company that offers services for managing employee data, payroll processing, compliance, retirement planning, and specialty services. These services aim to help businesses focus on their core operations by outsourcing the management of payroll and HR. This saves businesses time and resources and allows them to concentrate on further growing their business productivity

Paychex SWOT Analysis

Strengths

Paychex Inc is a leading provider of human resource and payroll services, enjoying a strong market position and brand reputation. The company has a wide range of services tailored to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes.

Paychex Inc benefits from a diverse and loyal customer base, which includes small and medium-sized businesses across various industries. This customer loyalty is a result of the company's commitment to delivering reliable and accurate payroll processing and HR solutions.

Weaknesses

Paychex Inc faces the challenge of operating in a highly competitive industry where there are numerous players offering similar services. This can put pressure on the company to continuously innovate and differentiate itself in order to maintain its market share.

Additionally, Paychex Inc may face challenges in expanding its international presence, as its operations are primarily focused within the United States. This limits its potential customer reach and growth opportunities in international markets.

Opportunities

Paychex Inc could capitalize on the growing trend of outsourcing HR and payroll functions by providing comprehensive solutions that cater to the evolving needs of businesses. This may include leveraging emerging technologies such as AI and cloud computing to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of its services.

Furthermore, as regulations surrounding payroll and HR continue to evolve, Paychex Inc has the opportunity to offer compliance services and consulting, helping businesses navigate complex legal requirements and mitigate risks.

Threats

Paychex Inc faces the risk of potential cybersecurity breaches and data privacy concerns, which could negatively affect its reputation and customer trust. This requires the company to invest significantly in ensuring robust security measures and maintaining compliance with data protection regulations.

Additionally, shifts in government policies and regulations related to employment, taxes, and benefits could impact the demand for Paychex Inc's services. The company must stay vigilant and adapt to any changes that may arise.

Paychex Employees

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Paychex Employees
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Date
Paychex Employees
Jan 1, 2019
- Employees
Jan 1, 2020
- Employees
Jan 1, 2021
- Employees
Jan 1, 2022
- Employees
Jan 1, 2023
- Employees
Jan 1, 2024
- Employees
Jan 1, 2025
- Employees
Jan 1, 2026
- Employees

Paychex Segments

Paychex Revenue by Segment

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Management Solutions
PEO And Insurance Solutions
PEO And Insurance Services
Details
Date
Management Solutions
PEO And Insurance Solutions
PEO And Insurance Services
Jan 1, 2019
2.88 B USD
0.00 USD
814.20 M USD
Jan 1, 2020
2.96 B USD
0.00 USD
990.60 M USD
Jan 1, 2021
3.02 B USD
974.10 M USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2022
3.44 B USD
1.11 B USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2023
3.73 B USD
1.18 B USD
0.00 USD

Paychex Eulerpool Fair Value

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Fair Value Estimate

What Is Fair Value?

Fair value is an estimate of what a stock is truly "worth" based on its financial fundamentals, independent of the current market price. If the calculated fair value is above the current share price, the stock may be undervalued — and vice versa. This chart shows three different fair value approaches so you can cross-check them against each other.

Earnings-Based Fair Value

Calculated by multiplying the current earnings per share (EPS) by the average historical P/E ratio over a selected multi-year period. The smoothing over several years filters out temporary spikes or dips. If this fair value exceeds the market price, it suggests the stock is cheap relative to its earning power.

Example: Fair Value (Earnings) 2022 = EPS 2022 × Average P/E 2019–2021

Revenue-Based Fair Value

Derived by multiplying revenue per share by the average historical price-to-sales ratio. This method is particularly useful for companies with volatile or temporarily depressed earnings, as revenue tends to be more stable than profits. It answers: "At what price has the market historically valued each dollar of this company's sales?"

Example: Fair Value (Revenue) 2022 = Revenue per Share 2022 × Average P/S 2019–2021

Dividend-Based Fair Value

Calculated by dividing the dividend per share by the average historical dividend yield. This approach is most relevant for mature, consistently dividend-paying companies. If the resulting fair value is higher than the current price, it implies the stock offers a better yield than its historical average.

Example: Fair Value (Dividend) 2022 = Dividend per Share 2022 ÷ Average Yield 2019–2021

How to Use This Chart

When all three fair value lines converge above the current price, it strengthens the case that the stock is undervalued. When they diverge, investigate why — it may indicate a structural shift in margins, payout policy, or growth rate. The forward estimates on the right extend the analysis using projected fundamentals, helping you assess whether the current price already reflects future growth expectations.

Paychex historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

Paychex annual returns

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Annual Return

What This Chart Shows

This chart breaks down 's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.

Price Return

Price return measures the percentage change in 's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Return

Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.

What to Look For

Examine how many years showed positive vs. negative returns to gauge consistency. A stock with mostly positive years and small drawdowns suggests lower risk. Also compare 's annual returns to a benchmark index — consistently outperforming the market is a hallmark of a strong investment. Pay attention to the worst years: understanding downside risk is just as important as chasing upside potential.

Paychex shares outstanding

The number of shares of Paychex was 361.1 M in 2025. This indicates how many shares Paychex is divided into. Since shareholders are the owners of a company, each share represents a small portion of the company's ownership.
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Number of stocks
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Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2022
362.30 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2023
362.10 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2024
361.80 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2025
361.10 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2026
358.20 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
358.20 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2028 (e)
358.20 M Stocks
Jan 1, 2029 (e)
358.20 M Stocks

Paychex stock splits

In Paychex's history, there have been no stock splits.

Paychex Dividend History

37 years of dividend payments · 7 consecutive increases

YearAnnual DividendYoY ChangePayments
20263.46USDYTD
Jan 28, 20261.08USD 0.0%1/3
May 13, 20261.19USD 10.2%2/3
Jul 28, 20261.19USD 0.0%3/3
20254.22USD 10.2%
Feb 7, 20250.98USD 0.0%1/4
May 12, 20251.08USD 10.2%2/4
Jul 21, 20251.08USD 0.0%3/4
Nov 7, 20251.08USD 0.0%4/4
20243.83USD 10.7%
20233.46USD 14.2%
20223.03USD 16.5%
20212.60USD 4.8%
20202.48USD 2.5%
20192.42USD 11.0%
20182.18USD 8.4%
20172.38USD 11.2%

Paychex dividend history and estimates

In 2025, Paychex paid a dividend amounting to 4.22 USD. Dividend means that Paychex distributes a portion of its profits to its owners.
  • 3 Years

  • 5 Years

  • 10 Years

  • 25 Years

  • Max

Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Details
Date
Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Jan 1, 2022
3.03 USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2023
3.46 USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2024
3.83 USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2025
4.22 USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2026
4.43 USD
0.00 USD
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
1.19 USD
3.57 USD
Jan 1, 2028 (e)
0.00 USD
5.33 USD
Jan 1, 2029 (e)
0.00 USD
5.96 USD

Paychex dividend payout ratio

In 2025, Paychex had a payout ratio of 91.95%. The payout ratio indicates the percentage of the company's profits that Paychex distributes as dividends.
  • 3 Years

  • 5 Years

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  • 25 Years

  • Max

Payout ratio
Details
Date
Payout ratio
Jan 1, 2022
78.82 %
Jan 1, 2023
80.45 %
Jan 1, 2024
81.97 %
Jan 1, 2025
91.95 %
Jan 1, 2026
84.79 %
Jan 1, 2027 (e)
79.76 %
Jan 1, 2028 (e)
83.12 %
Jan 1, 2029 (e)
87.38 %

Current Paychex forecasts and price targets in August 2026

Analyst Price Targets 2026
Δ MOM Price Target
0.00 %
Buy
4.35 % (1)
Hold
69.57 % (16)
Sell
26.09 % (6)
12M Price Target
124.21
Last Price
120.62
Currency
USD
12M Return Potential
2.97 %
LTM Return
0 %

Paychex Analyst Rating Actions

DateFirmActionRatingReliability
7/30/2026
Citigroup
Citigroup
MaintainedBuy48
7/22/2026
UBS
UBS
MaintainedNeutral51
6/30/2026
Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley
MaintainedEqual Weight60
6/25/2026
UBS
UBS
MaintainedNeutral51
6/25/2026
JP Morgan
JP Morgan
MaintainedUnderweight80
6/17/2026
Stifel
Stifel
MaintainedHold
6/15/2026
Citigroup
Citigroup
UpgradeNeutralBuy48
6/8/2026
TD Cowen
TD Cowen
MaintainedHold60
4/13/2026
UBS
UBS
MaintainedNeutral51
3/26/2026
Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo
MaintainedUnderweight56

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Paychex Earnings Estimates & Surprises

DateEPS estimateEPS ActualRevenue EstimatePrice reactionQuarterly report
7/1/20261.33USD-1.63 BUSD-2026 Q4
4/1/20261.71USD-1.83 BUSD-2026 Q3
12/19/20251.26USD-1.60 BUSD-2026 Q2
12/19/20241.15USD-1.34 BUSD-2025 Q2
6/27/20241.13USD-1.35 BUSD-2024 Q4
3/27/20241.42USD-1.50 BUSD-2024 Q3
12/20/20231.07USD-1.27 BUSD-2024 Q2
9/27/20231.15USD-1.31 BUSD-2024 Q1
6/27/20230.97USD-1.23 BUSD-2023 Q4
3/28/20231.29USD-1.38 BUSD-2023 Q3
...

EESG©

Eulerpool ESG Scorecard© for the Paychex stock

69/100
70
Environment
81
Social
55
Governance
E

Environment

20
Scope 1 - Direct Emissions2,171.749
Scope 2 - Indirect emissions from purchased energy4,527.731
Scope 3 - Indirect emissions within the value chain22,632.622
Total CO₂ emissions6,699.48
CO₂ reduction strategy
Coal energy
Nuclear power
Animal experiments
Fur & Leather
Pesticides
Palm Oil
Tobacco
Genetically modified organisms
Climate concept
Sustainable forestry
Recycling regulations
Environmentally friendly packaging
Hazardous substances
Fuel consumption and efficiency
Water consumption and efficiency
S

Social

20
Percentage of female employees59.3
Percentage of women in management
Percentage of Asian employees
Share of Asian management
Percentage of Hispanic/Latino employees
Hispano/Latino Management share
Percentage of Black employees
Black Management Share
Percentage of white employees
White Management Share
Adult content
Alcohol
Weapons
Firearms
Gambling
Military contracts
Human rights concept
Privacy concept
Occupational health and safety
Catholic
G

Governance (Corporate Governance)

4
Environmental reporting
Stakeholder Engagement
Call Back Policies
Antitrust law

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Paychex shareholder structure

% Name
8.27312%
CAPITAL INTERNATIONAL INVESTORS
CAPITAL INTERNATIONAL INVESTORS
7.84930%
BLACKROCK, INC.
BLACKROCK, INC.
5.79151%
VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC
VANGUARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC
4.21259%
VANGUARD PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT LLC
VANGUARD PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT LLC
3.88111%
STATE STREET CORP
STATE STREET CORP
2.83716%
GEODE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC
GEODE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC
...

Paychex Beneficial Ownership Filings (SEC 13D/G)

Free Float
89.7%
Float Shares
-
Shares Outstanding
-
StakeHolderFiling
10.50%
B. Thomas Golisano
B. Thomas Golisano
SEC ↗
10.50%
Golisano
Golisano
SEC ↗
8.60%
Capital International Investors
Capital International Investors
SEC ↗
8.40%
(1) BlackRock, Inc.
(1) BlackRock, Inc.
SEC ↗
8.07%
The Vanguard Group - 23-1945930
The Vanguard Group - 23-1945930
SEC ↗
6.77%
Vanguard Capital Management
Vanguard Capital Management
SEC ↗
5.20%
95-1411037
95-1411037
SEC ↗
4.90%
EMPLOYER I.D.# 36-267-4407
EMPLOYER I.D.# 36-267-4407
SEC ↗
4.39%
FMR LLC
FMR LLC
SEC ↗
4.39%
Edward C. Johnson 3d
Edward C. Johnson 3d
SEC ↗

Paychex Executives and Management Board

21 members · avg. age 58 · 29 % women

JG

Mr. John Gibson (59)

President, Chief Executive Officer, Director · since 2013

8.81 M USD

Management

AA

Mr. Adam Ante (44)

Senior Vice President of Paycor

3.25 M USD
RS

Mr. Robert Schrader (53)

Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

2.85 M USD
ER

Ms. Elizabeth Roaldsen (53)

Senior Vice President - Operations and Customer Experience

2.34 M USD
MA

Mr. Mason Argiropoulos (47)

Chief Human Resources Officer

JR

Mr. Jason Rose (49)

Senior Vice President of Digital Sales and Marketing

CP

Mr. Chad Parodi (53)

Senior Vice President - HCM, PEO, and Insurance

Board of Directors

MM

Mr. Martin Mucci (65)

Chairman of the Board · since 2002

412,972.00 USD
JT

Mr. Joseph Tucci (78)

Lead Independent Director

379,956.00 USD
PJ

Ms. Pamela Joseph (66)

Independent Director

326,923.00 USD
TB

Mr. Thomas Bonadio (76)

Independent Director

321,298.00 USD
JV

Mr. Joseph Velli (67)

Independent Director

317,548.00 USD
JD

Mr. Joseph Doody (73)

Independent Director

313,798.00 USD

Paychex Supply Chain

Paychex Supply Chain

Correlation: how closely stock prices move together

Same directionNo relationOpposite
5 companies
#Nameβ 1YTrend
1
Cvent, Inc.
Supplier
-0.07
0.46
-0.18
-0.74
0.34
0.80
2
transcosmos
Supplier
-0.95
-0.94
-0.03
0.47
0.75
0.80
0.76
3
Fiserv, Inc.
Customer
0.94
0.93
0.55
-0.52
0.26
0.66
0.60
4
0.78
0.55
-0.52
-0.80
-0.70
0.56
5
transcosmos inc.
Supplier
0.35

Frequently asked questions about Paychex

Paychex Inc. is a leading provider of payroll and human resource services for small and medium-sized businesses. The company's business model revolves around offering comprehensive solutions to help businesses manage their payroll, benefits, HR administration, and other related functions efficiently. Paychex Inc. helps businesses streamline their processes, ensuring accurate payroll processing, tax compliance, and timely payment to employees. With its scalable solutions and personalized customer service, Paychex Inc. provides businesses with peace of mind, allowing them to focus on their core operations while leaving the payroll and HR tasks in reliable hands.

Paychex Inc is primarily active in the field of human resource solutions. With its diverse range of services, Paychex caters to various industries including small and medium-sized businesses, healthcare, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, construction, technology, and professional services. By providing comprehensive payroll processing, HR management, retirement services, insurance, and time and attendance solutions, Paychex assists businesses across these industries in streamlining their operations and enhancing their overall efficiency.

The main competitors of Paychex Inc in the market include Automatic Data Processing (ADP), Intuit Inc, and Paylocity Holding Corporation.

Paychex Inc is a leading provider of payroll, human resource, and benefits outsourcing solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. Founded in 1971 by B. Thomas Golisano, Paychex began as a small business with just three employees. Over the years, the company expanded its services and grew into a trusted partner for businesses across the United States. Today, Paychex serves over 650,000 clients, offering a comprehensive suite of services including payroll processing, time and attendance tracking, employee benefits administration, and more. With a strong commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Paychex has established itself as a reliable and reputable player in the industry.

Paychex Inc, a leading provider of payroll, human resource, and benefits outsourcing solutions, has achieved several significant milestones. It has consistently been recognized as one of the top human resource outsourcing companies, serving over 670,000 clients nationwide. Paychex Inc has been listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange since its initial public offering in 1983. The company has expanded its services to include advanced technology platforms, helping businesses streamline their operations effectively. Paychex Inc has also been acknowledged for its commitment to customer satisfaction, earning a reputation as a reliable payroll partner for businesses of all sizes.

Paychex Inc is primarily present in the United States. With its headquarters in Rochester, New York, the company caters to businesses across the country. As a leading provider of payroll, human resources, and benefits outsourcing solutions, Paychex serves small to medium-sized businesses in all 50 states. Paychex's extensive network includes regional offices and service centers strategically located throughout the United States, allowing them to deliver their comprehensive services to clients nationwide. With their localized presence, Paychex ensures businesses across multiple industries can efficiently manage their payroll and HR needs with their reliable and tailored solutions.

Paychex Inc represents values of integrity, innovation, and commitment to client success. With a corporate philosophy centered around providing trusted and reliable payroll, human resources, and benefits outsourcing solutions, Paychex aims to simplify and streamline businesses' administrative tasks. Their dedication to excellent customer service, cutting-edge technology, and regulatory compliance has earned them a strong reputation in the industry. Paychex Inc is committed to helping businesses thrive by offering comprehensive solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Analysts currently set an average price target of 123.90 USD for the Paychex stock (median: 124.21 USD), implying +2.7 % versus the latest price. The consensus is based on 23 analyst ratings.

23 analysts currently rate the Paychex stock: 1 recommend buying, 16 holding and 6 selling.

Converted at the current exchange rate, the Paychex share trades at 104.51 EUR (120.62 USD).

The Paychex share (PAYX) is listed on 10 stock exchanges, including: NASDAQ (PAYX), XETRA (PCX.DE), Frankfurt (PCX.F), München (PCX.MU), Düsseldorf (PCX.DU), Hamburg (PCX.HM), London (0KGE.L), London (0KGE.L).

Paychex Inc. is a leading American provider of outsourcing solutions for the human resource management of small and medium-sized businesses. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Rochester, New York. Paychex is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange and employs over 15,000 employees worldwide. The business model of Paychex includes various divisions, including payroll processing, human resources (HR), time and attendance, insurance services, retirement services, and accounting software. Payroll processing is the core business of Paychex. The company offers its customers fully automated salary processing and payments. This includes hours tracking, wage and salary calculation, tax and social security contributions deposit, and report generation. Paychex's human resources division provides a wide range of services, including personnel administration, compliance management, employee handbooks, and training. Paychex also supports companies in hiring and firing employees and offers comprehensive compliance solutions that comply with US labor laws. Paychex's time and attendance division offers automated time and attendance solutions to help companies monitor and process the working hours of their employees. This provides companies with better control over their employees' working hours and helps them avoid overtime and underemployment. Paychex's insurance services include various insurance products such as health, life, accident, and liability insurance. The company collaborates with various insurance providers to offer its customers a wide range of insurance solutions. Paychex Retirement Services offers companies a wide range of pension and retirement services, including management of 401(k) plans, individual retirement account (IRA) plans, and pension plans. Paychex collaborates with over 70 different investment funds to offer its customers a wide range of investment options. Finally, the company offers accounting software specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses. These software applications include modules for managing accounting, invoicing, accounts payable, payments, as well as generating reports and analyzing business data. Paychex's business model is based on providing outsourcing solutions that help small and medium-sized businesses automate and optimize their administrative processes. By offering a wide range of services and products, the company can provide its customers with a comprehensive range of HR solutions. This allows customers to focus on their core competencies and save them time and money.

The revenue of Paychex is 6.51 B USD. This figure is based on current financial data and reflects the company's business performance.

The profit of Paychex is 1.76 B USD. The net profit reflects the company's profitability after deducting all expenses.

The price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of Paychex is currently 24.55. The P/E ratio compares the current share price to the earnings per share and helps investors assess the valuation of the Paychex stock.

The price-to-sales ratio (P/S) of Paychex is currently 6.63. The P/S ratio compares the market capitalization to the annual revenue and serves as a valuation metric for the Paychex stock.

The Eulerpool Quality Score for Paychex is 7/10.

The ISIN of Paychex is US7043261079. The ISIN (International Securities Identification Number) is a globally unique identifier for securities.

The WKN of Paychex is 868284. The WKN (Wertpapierkennnummer) is a six-digit German security identification number.

The ticker of Paychex is PAYX. The ticker symbol is used to trade Paychex shares on the stock exchange.

Over the past 12 months, Paychex paid a dividend of 4.43 USD . This corresponds to a dividend yield of about 3.67 %. For the coming 12 months, Paychex is expected to pay a dividend of 4.76 USD.

The current dividend yield of Paychex is 3.67 %.

Paychex pays a dividend, distributed in the months of , , , .

Paychex paid dividends every year for the past 36 years.

For the upcoming 12 months, dividends amounting to 4.76 USD are expected. This corresponds to a dividend yield of 3.95 %.

Paychex is assigned to the 'Information technology' sector.

To receive the latest dividend of Paychex from amounting to 1.19 USD, you needed to have the stock in your portfolio before the ex-date on .

The last dividend was paid out on .

In the year 2025, Paychex distributed 4.02 USD as dividends.

The dividends of Paychex are distributed in USD.

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