Paycom Software (PAYC) Stock Overview
Provides cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solution delivered as software-as-a-service for small to mid-sized companies in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 2/6 |
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Risk Analysis
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Analyst Price Targets
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US$260.61
FV
51.4% undervalued intrinsic discount16.00%
Revenue growth p.a.
611
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Paycom Software, Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$126.76 |
| 52 Week High | US$267.76 |
| 52 Week Low | US$104.90 |
| Beta | 0.80 |
| 1 Month Change | 4.29% |
| 3 Month Change | -5.93% |
| 1 Year Change | -44.18% |
| 3 Year Change | -54.73% |
| 5 Year Change | -61.25% |
| Change since IPO | 725.80% |
Recent News & Updates
PAYC: Early 2026 Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Paycom Software has narrowed slightly, with the updated fair value moving from about $153.59 to $151.53 as analysts factor in a modestly lower future P/E and recent waves of both target cuts and increases tied to the company's large share repurchase activity and shifting sentiment across covering firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Paycom Software show a split between analysts who focus on the scale of the buyback and those who focus on execution risks and valuation reset.PAYC: Early 2026 Buybacks And Index Shift Will Support Upside
Analysts have slightly increased their fair value estimate for Paycom to about $154. They cite recent price target increases that are tied to the company’s large share repurchase activity and management’s visible support for the stock at current levels.PAYC: Aggressive Early 2026 Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analyst price targets for Paycom Software have ticked higher in recent research, with moves such as Cantor Fitzgerald lifting its target to $135 and Barclays to $150. Analysts point to the company’s refreshed share buyback authorization and sizable recent repurchases as key support for the updated valuations.PAYC: Early 2026 Buybacks And Governance Changes Will Support Future Upside
Analyst fair value for Paycom has been revised slightly higher to $152.94 from $151.18, as analysts factor in the recent $135 and $150 price target increases and highlight the company's sizable early 2026 buyback activity as a sign of management confidence at current share levels. Analyst Commentary Analysts are reacting to Paycom's recent buyback activity and past target cuts with a mix of cautious optimism and lingering concern, which is showing up in a wide range of valuation views.Recent updates
PAYC: Early 2026 Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Paycom Software has narrowed slightly, with the updated fair value moving from about $153.59 to $151.53 as analysts factor in a modestly lower future P/E and recent waves of both target cuts and increases tied to the company's large share repurchase activity and shifting sentiment across covering firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Paycom Software show a split between analysts who focus on the scale of the buyback and those who focus on execution risks and valuation reset.PAYC: Early 2026 Buybacks And Index Shift Will Support Upside
Analysts have slightly increased their fair value estimate for Paycom to about $154. They cite recent price target increases that are tied to the company’s large share repurchase activity and management’s visible support for the stock at current levels.PAYC: Aggressive Early 2026 Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analyst price targets for Paycom Software have ticked higher in recent research, with moves such as Cantor Fitzgerald lifting its target to $135 and Barclays to $150. Analysts point to the company’s refreshed share buyback authorization and sizable recent repurchases as key support for the updated valuations.PAYC: Early 2026 Buybacks And Governance Changes Will Support Future Upside
Analyst fair value for Paycom has been revised slightly higher to $152.94 from $151.18, as analysts factor in the recent $135 and $150 price target increases and highlight the company's sizable early 2026 buyback activity as a sign of management confidence at current share levels. Analyst Commentary Analysts are reacting to Paycom's recent buyback activity and past target cuts with a mix of cautious optimism and lingering concern, which is showing up in a wide range of valuation views.PAYC: Sector Repricing And Governance Reset Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have reduced their price target for Paycom Software, cutting the fair value estimate from about $197 to roughly $151 as they factor in slightly lower revenue growth, slimmer profit margins, and a reset to a lower forward P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Paycom points to a broad reset in expectations, with multiple firms cutting their price targets and adjusting models.Paycom Software Q4: After The Massive Selloff, An Attractive Opportunity (Upgrade)
Feb 12PAYC: Sector Repricing And Stable Macro Will Support Future Upside
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Paycom, with our fair value estimate moving from US$201.29 to US$197.18, citing refreshed sector outlooks, updated interest rate assumptions, and revised expectations around revenue growth, margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Paycom has centered on recalibrating price targets and assumptions rather than shifting ratings in a dramatic way.PAYC: Automation And Buybacks Will Support Margins As Expectations Reset
Analyst fair value estimates for Paycom Software have edged down by about $4 to roughly $201 per share, as analysts trim price targets across the software group and factor in a softer employment backdrop and updated rate expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Paycom highlight a reset in expectations, with several firms lowering price targets and revisiting their assumptions around growth, employment trends and interest rates.PAYC: Automation And Share Repurchases Will Support Durable Margins Despite Softer Subscriptions
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Paycom Software lower, trimming it by about US$3 to reflect updated interest rate assumptions, softer expectations around subscription growth, and more cautious views following recent target cuts from several research firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates point to a more mixed setup for Paycom, with price targets coming down but opinions split on how attractive the risk or reward looks from here.PAYC: AI Automation Will Support Durable Margins Amid Moderating Subscription Momentum
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Paycom Software slightly to approximately $208.71 from about $209.94 per share, citing a weaker employment backdrop, more cautious management guidance, and expectations for high single digit subscription revenue growth rather than the stronger historical trajectory. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a more tempered stance on Paycom Software, with multiple firms reducing price targets while generally maintaining neutral or hold level ratings.PAYC: Single-Database Platform And AI Usage Will Drive Long-Term Margin Expansion
Analysts have modestly reduced their price targets on Paycom Software to a mid to high $100s range, citing a softer employment backdrop, more cautious management guidance on subscription upside, and a balanced view between near term volatility and longer term growth and AI driven opportunities. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a more nuanced stance on Paycom, with price targets converging in a mid to upper range but with divergent views on how quickly growth and profitability can reaccelerate.PAYC: Single-Database Architecture and AI Integration Will Drive Market Share Upside
Analysts have recently lowered their price targets for Paycom Software, with reductions ranging from $15 to $75 per share. They cite a subdued employment market and a cautious management outlook as primary factors behind the shift.PAYC: Sector Momentum and Single-Database Architecture Will Drive Medium-Term Upside
Paycom Software's analyst-derived fair value estimate has been reduced from $242.75 to $209.94. Analysts attribute the adjustment to tempered subscription-revenue growth expectations, evolving management guidance, and a less robust employment market outlook.AI And Automation Will Strengthen Workforce Management And Drive New Efficiencies
Paycom Software's consensus analyst price target was modestly reduced from $246.69 to $242.75 per share. Analysts cite a mix of ongoing industry volatility and evolving growth expectations as factors supporting the adjustment.AI And Automation Will Elevate HR Workforce Management
Analysts have slightly lowered their fair value estimate for Paycom Software to $246.69 from $249.25. They cite tempered profit margin and growth projections, despite continued optimism about the company’s AI initiatives and operational resilience.AI And Automation Will Elevate HR Workforce Management
Analysts modestly raised their price target for Paycom Software to $249.25, citing robust AI-driven product innovation, strong free cash flow outlook, and confidence in sustained growth despite sector headwinds. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight Paycom's strong positioning to benefit from AI trends, citing its single database architecture and history of innovation as strategic advantages.Paycom Software (NYSE:PAYC) Will Want To Turn Around Its Return Trends
Sep 16
Results: Paycom Software, Inc. Beat Earnings Expectations And Analysts Now Have New Forecasts
Aug 10Is There An Opportunity With Paycom Software, Inc.'s (NYSE:PAYC) 26% Undervaluation?
Aug 05Should You Think About Buying Paycom Software, Inc. (NYSE:PAYC) Now?
Jun 30The Returns On Capital At Paycom Software (NYSE:PAYC) Don't Inspire Confidence
May 30Weak Statutory Earnings May Not Tell The Whole Story For Paycom Software (NYSE:PAYC)
May 15Results: Paycom Software, Inc. Beat Earnings Expectations And Analysts Now Have New Forecasts
May 10Paycom Software, Inc.'s (NYSE:PAYC) Shareholders Might Be Looking For Exit
May 08Paycom: Stay The Course
Jan 30Paycom Software: Analyzing Growth Potential Amid Operational Challenges
Nov 21Paycom Q3 Results: Investors Loved The Results, But I Am Not Convinced
Nov 05Shareholder Returns
| PAYC | US Professional Services | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 1.0% | 1.8% | 0.6% |
| 1Y | -44.2% | -19.8% | 28.7% |
Return vs Industry: PAYC underperformed the US Professional Services industry which returned -19.8% over the past year.
Return vs Market: PAYC underperformed the US Market which returned 28.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| PAYC volatility | |
|---|---|
| PAYC Average Weekly Movement | 6.4% |
| Professional Services Industry Average Movement | 8.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.3% |
Stable Share Price: PAYC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: PAYC's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 5,770 | Chad Richison | www.paycom.com |
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.
Paycom Software, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| PAYC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$5.96b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$453.40m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$2.05b |
13.0x
P/E Ratio2.9x
P/S RatioIs PAYC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| PAYC income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$2.05b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$263.00m |
| Gross Profit | US$1.79b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.34b |
| Earnings | US$453.40m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
May 06, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 9.74 |
| Gross Margin | 87.18% |
| Net Profit Margin | 22.10% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did PAYC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.2%
Current Dividend Yield18%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/04/30 16:54 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Paycom Software, Inc. is covered by 34 analysts. 19 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Mark Marcon | Baird |
| Raimo Lenschow | Barclays |
| Daniel Jester | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |