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Paychex (PAYX)

146.41
+2.25 (1.56%)
NASDAQ · Last Trade: Apr 29th, 7:18 PM EDT
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Previous Close144.16
Open144.16
Bid145.97
Ask148.09
Day's Range143.25 - 147.21
52 Week Range115.40 - 158.37
Volume2,130,975
Market Cap52.79B
PE Ratio (TTM)30.50
EPS (TTM)4.8
Dividend & Yield3.920 (2.68%)
1 Month Average Volume2,531,062

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About Paychex (PAYX)

Paychex is a leading provider of payroll, human resource, and benefits outsourcing solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. The company specializes in delivering comprehensive services that include payroll processing, tax administration, employee benefits management, and human resource consulting. With a focus on simplifying administrative tasks and ensuring compliance with regulations, Paychex empowers businesses to streamline their operations, enhance employee engagement, and improve overall efficiency. Through innovative technology and personalized support, Paychex aims to be a trusted partner for businesses navigating the complexities of workforce management. Read More

News & Press Releases

U.S. Small Business Job Growth Remains Consistent in April
According to the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch, job growth in U.S. small businesses with fewer than 50 employees ticked up slightly in April, gaining 0.27 percentage points to an index level of 100.02. The Small Business Jobs Index, a primary component of the Employment Watch report, has averaged 99.99 over the past 12 months, indicating little change in small business labor market over the last year. Hourly earnings growth for U.S. small business workers, meanwhile, slowed to its lowest level since May 2021 at 2.82%.
By Paychex, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 29, 2025
Q4 Earnings Recap: Paylocity (NASDAQ:PCTY) Tops HR Software Stocks
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how hr software stocks fared in Q4, starting with Paylocity (NASDAQ:PCTY).
Via StockStory · April 29, 2025
Unpacking Q4 Earnings: Paycor (NASDAQ:PYCR) In The Context Of Other HR Software Stocks
As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here’s a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q4. Today, we are looking at hr software stocks, starting with Paycor (NASDAQ:PYCR).
Via StockStory · April 29, 2025
Unpacking Q4 Earnings: Marqeta (NASDAQ:MQ) In The Context Of Other Finance and HR Software Stocks
Wrapping up Q4 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the finance and hr software stocks, including Marqeta (NASDAQ:MQ) and its peers.
Via StockStory · April 29, 2025
1 S&P 500 Stock on Our Buy List and 2 to Question
While the S&P 500 (^GSPC) includes industry leaders, not every stock in the index is a winner. Some companies are past their prime, weighed down by poor execution, weak financials, or structural headwinds.
Via StockStory · April 27, 2025
Manhattan Associates (MANH) Q1 Earnings: What To Expect
Supply chain optimization software maker Manhattan Associates (NASDAQ:MANH) will be announcing earnings results tomorrow after the bell. Here’s what investors should know.
Via StockStory · April 21, 2025
Deal Dispatch: Metaverse Mergers, 23andMe Under Investigation, Burger King Franchise Goes Bankruptbenzinga.com
This week, TPG, Lyft, and GeneDX announced deals; Onsemi, meanwhile, ended discussions after offering its target $35.10 per share.
Via Benzinga · April 18, 2025
Should Quality Investors Include PAYCHEX INC (NASDAQ:PAYX) in Their Portfolio?chartmill.com
A fundamental analysis of (NASDAQ:PAYX): PAYCHEX INC (NASDAQ:PAYX) can be considered a quality stock. Here's why.
Via Chartmill · April 17, 2025
Paychex Completes Acquisition of Paycor
Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX) (“Paychex”), an industry-leading human capital management (HCM) company, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Paycor HCM, Inc. (Nasdaq: PYCR) (“Paycor”), a leading provider of HCM, payroll and talent software.
By Paychex, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 14, 2025
Paychex, Inc. Announces Pricing of its Senior Notes
Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX) today announced the pricing of a public offering of $4.2 billion aggregate principal amount of senior notes, consisting of $1.5 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.100% notes due 2030, $1.5 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.350% notes due 2032, and $1.2 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.600% notes due 2035. The offering is expected to close on or about April 10, 2025, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.
By Paychex, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 8, 2025
Paychex and Cintas Show Surprising Labor Market Resilience
Paychex and Cintas delivered solid earnings reports that suggest the labor market may be stronger than it may seem to people on Main Street
Via MarketBeat · April 1, 2025
Paychex Small Business Jobs Index Shows Little Change in March and Levels Consistent with Last Several Quarters
The Paychex Small Business Employment Watch, which includes the Paychex Small Business Jobs Index as a measure of employment growth among U.S. businesses with fewer than 50 employees, showed job growth continued at levels seen over the last several quarters at 99.75 in March. Meanwhile, Paychex wage data revealed the hourly earnings growth rate (2.91%) for workers in U.S. small businesses remained essentially unchanged in March from the previous month.
By Paychex, Inc. · Via Business Wire · April 1, 2025
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Via The Motley Fool · March 31, 2025
Get Paid With Paychex: Dividends and Higher Prices Too
Paychex is a solid dividend-paying stock supported by industry growth trends. Its stock price is on track to hit record levels in 2025.
Via MarketBeat · March 31, 2025
Consider These Human Capital Management Stocks Amid A Resurgence In Market Volatilitytalkmarkets.com
Human capital management (HCM) stocks may be catching investors' attention as fears of an escalating trade war and hotter-than-expected PCE data led to a sharp decline among the broader indexes on Friday.
Via Talk Markets · March 29, 2025
10 Industrials Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Sessionbenzinga.com
Via Benzinga · March 28, 2025
Analyst Expectations For Paychex's Futurebenzinga.com
Via Benzinga · March 27, 2025
Paychex Analyst Sees Limited Upside Despite Q3 Profitability Surgebenzinga.com
Paychex reported Q3 revenue of $1.509 billion, a 4.8% YoY increase, with EPS of $1.49 surpassing expectations. RBC analyst reiterated a Sector Perform rating on the shares of Paychex.
Via Benzinga · March 27, 2025
Celanese To Rally Around 27%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Thursdaybenzinga.com
Via Benzinga · March 27, 2025
Paychex Stock Gets Price Target Hikes From Morgan Stanley, Citi Post Q3 Earnings — Retail’s Enthusiasticstocktwits.com
According to TheFly, Morgan Stanley raised its price target on Paychex to $142 from $137 and kept an ‘Equal Weight’ rating on the shares.
Via Stocktwits · March 27, 2025
Why Paychex (PAYX) Stock Is Trading Up Today
Shares of payroll and human resources software provider, Paychex (NASDAQ:PAYX) jumped 6.2% in the morning session after the company reported decent first quarter (fiscal Q3 2025) earnings. There weren't many resounding positives in these results. Both revenue and EBITDA were roughly in line with expectations. However, free cash flow improved significantly. 
Via StockStory · March 26, 2025
What's going on in today's session: S&P500 moverschartmill.com
Curious about the S&P500 stocks that are in motion on Wednesday? Join us as we explore the top movers within the S&P500 index during today's session.
Via Chartmill · March 26, 2025
Why Paychex Stock Popped on Wednesdayfool.com
Investors may have already forgotten the guidance Paychex gave them back in June.
Via The Motley Fool · March 26, 2025
Stocks Slip As Tariff Fears Resurface: What's Driving Markets Wednesday?benzinga.com
U.S. stocks decline on renewed tariff concerns, technology shares lead selloff while blue-chip stocks are more resilient. VIX jumps 8%, dollar and Treasury yields remain flat.
Via Benzinga · March 26, 2025
Paychex Named Among Fortune’s Most Innovative Companies
Paychex, Inc., a leading provider of integrated human capital management software solutions for human resources, employee benefits, insurance services, and payroll, has been recognized on Fortune® magazine’s list of America’s Most Innovative Companies for the third consecutive year. Paychex was honored for its commitment to industry-leading HR solutions while fostering a culture of innovation.
By Paychex, Inc. · Via Business Wire · March 26, 2025