Paycom Software, Inc (PAYC)

Currency in USD
237.32
-12.70(-5.08%)
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223.78-13.54(-5.71%)
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Day's Range
235.83246.05
52 wk Range
104.90275.22
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
237.32
Open
243.69
Day's Range
235.83-246.05
52 wk Range
104.9-275.22
Volume
1.24M
Average Volume (3m)
712.32K
1-Year Change
46.3583%
Book Value / Share
15,97
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
271.00
Upside
+14.19%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
18 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

Paycom Software, Inc 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

5 Buy
14 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
21 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 271.00
(+14.19% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Mizuho
Hold260.00+9.56%160.00MaintainNov 06, 2026
BMO Capital
Hold268.00+12.93%235.00MaintainNov 05, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold365.00+53.80%364.00MaintainNov 05, 2026
Stifel
Hold235.00-0.98%200.00MaintainNov 05, 2026
Baird
Buy296.00+24.73%245.00MaintainNov 05, 2026

Paycom Software, Inc SWOT Analysis


AI-Driven Innovation
Explore Paycom's groundbreaking AI solutions, including IWant and GONE, positioning the company at the forefront of HCM software innovation
Financial Resilience
Delve into Paycom's strong Q2 2025 performance, with revenue beats and an impressive 86.17% gross profit margin, showcasing operational strength
Market Expansion
Learn about Paycom's potential for international growth, a key opportunity to drive long-term revenue and market share in untapped global markets
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 Software, Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • Paycom Q2 2026 EPS of $2.78 beat estimates by 16.8%; revenue of $531.2M topped forecasts by 3.5%, driving shares up 16% after-hours to $203.
  • Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded 320 bps to 44.2%; company raised FY 2026 revenue guidance to $2.197B-$2.212B and EBITDA to $1.007B-$1.022B.
  • Aggressive capital returns continued with 11M shares repurchased YTD (20% of outstanding) for $1.4B; free cash flow expected to exceed $650M in 2026.
  • Management attributed beat to broad-based demand, improved sales productivity, and operational efficiency from AI infrastructure investments made in 2025.
  • New products including Project Arc and Asset Management rolling out; executives expect second-half growth deceleration but maintain conservative outlook.
Last Updated: 2026/08/06, 00:18
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Earnings

Latest Release
Nov 04, 2026
EPS / Forecast
3,37 / 2,81
Revenue / Forecast
544M / 535,06M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 10,40
Dividend Yield
0.63%
Industry Median 0.77%
Annualised payout
1.50
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

PAYC Income Statement

Compare PAYC to Peers and Sector

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Peers
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P/E Ratio
20.6x37.2x10.8x
PEG Ratio
0.710.330.03
Price/Book
14.9x5.3x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
4.8x2.8x1.1x
Upside (Analyst Target)
16.2%9.3%35.8%
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
21,53M48,62%5,11B
Other Institutional Investors
21,53M48,61%5,11B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
1,23M2,78%291,78M
Total
44,29M100,00%10,51B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.11,36%5 032 3031 194 266
Harris Associates L.P.7,67%3 397 446806 282

FAQ

What Is the Paycom (PAYC) Stock Price Today?

The Paycom stock price today is 237,32 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."

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

The Paycom dividend yield is 0,6%%.

What Is the Paycom Market Cap?

As of today, Paycom market cap is 10,51B USD.

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

The Paycom EPS (TTM) is 10,40.

When Is the Next Paycom Earnings Date?

Paycom will release its next earnings report on Feb 10, 2027.

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 Strong Sell.

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 Nov 08, 2026, Paycom (PAYC) is trading at a price of 237,32 USD, with a previous close of 237,32 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 235,83 USD to 246,05 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 104,90 USD to 275,22 USD.

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

The average 12-month price target for Paycom is 271,00 USD, with a high estimate of 331 USD and a low estimate of 200 USD. 5 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +14,19% Upside potential.

What Is the PAYC Premarket Price?

PAYC's last pre-market stock price is 249,99 USD. The pre-market share volume is 790,00, and the stock has decreased by -0,03, or -0,01%.

What Is the PAYC After Hours Price?

PAYC's last after hours stock price is 223,78 USD, the stock has decreased by -13,54, or -5,71%.
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