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PAYC Stock Chart & Stats
$126.93
-$4.00(-1.98%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$126.93
-$4.00(-1.98%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$104.90 - $248.95
Previous CloseN/A
Volume97.26K
Average Volume (3M)991.14K
Market Cap
$6.84B
Enterprise Value$6.83K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$153.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$763.60M
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.7
Beta0.82
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS Estimate
2.38Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.94%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)8.68
Shares Outstanding47,631,450
10 Day Avg. Volume791,499
30 Day Avg. Volume991,141
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.19
Price to Book (P/B)5.14
Price to Sales (P/S)4.33
P/FCF Ratio21.79
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$147.60Price Target Upside16.28% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)10.9
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.19B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability & Cash GenerationPaycom exhibits sustained, software‑style profitability and strong cash conversion. High gross and operating margins, along with robust operating cash flow and FCF conversion (~63% of net income), provide durable internal funding for R&D, product rollout and shareholder returns without relying solely on external capital.
Recurring SaaS Revenue BaseA large and growing recurring revenue mix gives Paycom predictability and high customer lifetime value. Steady recurring revenue growth and module-based pricing enable cross‑sell and margin retention over time, supporting more reliable cash flows and long‑term strategic investments in the platform.
Experienced Board & Tech ExpertiseBringing back senior executives with deep IPO, finance and technology experience strengthens governance and institutional knowledge. Their expertise in finance and automation can improve oversight of capital allocation, product strategy and AI initiatives, supporting sustainable execution of long‑term growth plans.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageLeverage has meaningfully increased versus historical conservatism, reducing financial flexibility. With debt near equity and only modest cash coverage of liabilities, higher interest costs and covenant constraints could limit organic investment, M&A optionality and make the company more sensitive to macro shocks.
Decelerating Revenue GrowthRevenue growth has clearly slowed from prior multi‑year expansion, compressing the runway for operating leverage. Lower top‑line momentum can constrain margin expansion potential and makes long‑term EPS growth more dependent on buybacks and cost discipline rather than sustained organic acceleration.
Sales & AI Monetization UncertaintyNear‑term sales team changes and timing of rep productivity create uncertainty in bookings cadence. Simultaneously, AI features are boosting usage but lack a clear monetization path, which could limit revenue upside from automation investments and complicate long‑term ROI on AI initiatives.
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PAYC FAQ
What was Paycom Software’s price range in the past 12 months?
Paycom Software lowest stock price was $104.90 and its highest was $248.95 in the past 12 months.
What is Paycom Software’s market cap?
Paycom Software’s market cap is $6.84B.
When is Paycom Software’s upcoming earnings report date?
Paycom Software’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 20 days.
How were Paycom Software’s earnings last quarter?
Paycom Software released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $3.15 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.986 by $0.164.
Is Paycom Software overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Paycom Software’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Paycom Software pay dividends?
Paycom Software pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.375 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.94%. See more information on Paycom Software dividends here
What is Paycom Software’s EPS estimate?
Paycom Software’s EPS estimate is 2.38.
How many shares outstanding does Paycom Software have?
Paycom Software has 47,631,450 shares outstanding.
What happened to Paycom Software’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Paycom Software reported an EPS of $3.15 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.986. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 9.552%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Paycom Software?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PAYC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$147.60 (16.28% Upside)
$147.60 (16.28% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
PAYC Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 124.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $351.3K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Neutral
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.2%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-34.85%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
31.03%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.45%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Paycom Software
Paycom Software, Inc., established in 1998 and headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, provides a comprehensive, cloud-based human capital management (HCM) platform. This software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution is specifically tailored for small to mid-sized businesses across the United States. It equips organizations with the essential functionality and analytical insights needed to oversee the complete employee journey, from the initial hiring process through to retirement. The robust HCM suite encompasses a wide array of applications across several critical HR domains. For talent acquisition and onboarding, it offers tools such as applicant tracking, candidate management, background checks, seamless onboarding processes, E-Verify compliance, and tax credit services. Time and labor management capabilities include precise time and attendance tracking, flexible scheduling with exchange options, efficient time-off request management, labor allocation, detailed reporting (including push reports), and advanced location-based features like geofencing, geotracking, and their proprietary Microfence Bluetooth technology. Payroll processing is streamlined through applications for improved employee transaction interfaces, comprehensive payroll and tax administration, direct payment options (Paycom Pay), expense management, mileage tracking (with fixed and variable rates), garnishment management, and GL concierge services. Talent development and performance management are supported by employee self-service portals, compensation budgeting, performance review systems, position management, Paycom learning modules, content subscriptions, and "my analytics" for predictive employment reporting. Furthermore, the platform integrates various other crucial functions. These include "Manager On-the-Go" for supervisors to approve time-off and expenses remotely, "Ask Here" for direct employee-to-HR communication, direct data exchange capabilities, and tools for document management and checklists. It also addresses compliance and benefits administration with features for government regulations, benefits enrollment (including carrier integration), COBRA administration, personnel action and performance discussion forms, surveys, and Affordable Care Act applications. A notable offering is "Clue," which provides a secure system for collecting, tracking, and managing employee vaccination and testing data.
PAYC Revenue Breakdown
93.23% Recurring
1.27% Implementation and other
5.51% Interest on funds held for clients

PAYC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$147.60
▲(16.28% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
14.12% Insiders
23.15% Mutual Funds
3.61% Other Institutional Investors
34.61% Public Companies and
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