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PCTY Stock Chart & Stats
$100.78
-$3.60(-1.83%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$100.78
-$3.60(-1.83%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$92.99 - $197.78
Previous CloseN/A
Volume131.00K
Average Volume (3M)749.34K
Market Cap
$6.59B
Enterprise Value$5.70K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$299.73M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$134.56M
Price to Earnings (P/E)26.0
Beta0.66
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
1.62Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.74
Shares Outstanding53,544,060
10 Day Avg. Volume698,206
30 Day Avg. Volume749,335
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio4.09
Price to Book (P/B)8.17
Price to Sales (P/S)6.32
P/FCF Ratio29.42
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
$151.88Price Target Upside50.70% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering16
EPS Forecast (FY)8.69
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.89B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow GenerationSustained, large free cash flow growth demonstrates durable cash conversion from the SaaS model. This provides internal funding for R&D, M&A, and a sizable buyback program without relying on external financing, improving capital allocation optionality and resilience over a multi-quarter horizon.
Conservative Balance SheetLow leverage and rising equity reflect financial conservatism and flexibility. With modest debt levels, the company can pursue opportunistic acquisitions, sustain buybacks, and weather regulatory or macro volatility while maintaining investment in product and compliance over the medium term.
Product & AI-led Competitive ScaleEmbedding AI and strategic M&A expand differentiated functionality (recruiting automation, AP efficiency) that strengthens stickiness and upsell potential. These tech-driven productivity gains scale across a large installed base, supporting higher retention and prospects for premium monetization over multiple quarters.
Bears Say
Reliance On Interest IncomeA meaningful portion of adjusted EBITDA and guidance depends on interest earned on client-held funds. Changes in interest rates or average client balances can materially swing reported profitability and cash flow, introducing rate sensitivity and forecasting risk that persists until monetization is more diversified.
Operating Margin Timing / PressureA step-down in EBIT margin indicates elevated operating investment or cost pressure. If increased R&D and S&M persist without commensurate revenue uplift, margin compression could last several quarters, constraining incremental free cash flow expansion despite strong top-line growth.
Early-stage Execution Risk For New OfferingsNew managed payroll/HR and AI recruiting offerings are strategic but early stage. Delays in adoption, slower monetization, or margin impacts during scale-up could limit near-term returns on investment and create execution risk over the next several quarters as management integrates products and proves pricing.
PCTY FAQ
What was Paylocity Holding’s price range in the past 12 months?
Paylocity Holding lowest stock price was $92.99 and its highest was $197.78 in the past 12 months.
What is Paylocity Holding’s market cap?
Paylocity Holding’s market cap is $6.59B.
When is Paylocity Holding’s upcoming earnings report date?
Paylocity Holding’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 18 days.
How were Paylocity Holding’s earnings last quarter?
Paylocity Holding released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $2.89 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.58 by $0.31.
Is Paylocity Holding overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Paylocity Holding’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Paylocity Holding pay dividends?
Paylocity Holding does not currently pay dividends.
What is Paylocity Holding’s EPS estimate?
Paylocity Holding’s EPS estimate is 1.62.
How many shares outstanding does Paylocity Holding have?
Paylocity Holding has 53,544,060 shares outstanding.
What happened to Paylocity Holding’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Paylocity Holding reported an EPS of $2.89 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.58. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.705%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Paylocity Holding?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in PCTY
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Paylocity Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$151.88 (50.70% Upside)
$151.88 (50.70% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
PCTY Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 64%
Sector Average 64%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 28.9K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 40.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 40.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-31.51%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
22.36%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.35%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Paylocity Holding
Paylocity Holding Corporation delivers a comprehensive suite of cloud-native software solutions, primarily focusing on human capital management (HCM) and payroll processing for businesses and their workforces throughout the United States. At its core, the company offers a robust Payroll and Tax Services solution, designed to simplify operations, automate administrative tasks, and ensure adherence to regulatory compliance from a unified platform. This includes features like expense management, on-demand payment capabilities, and garnishment processing. Beyond payroll, Paylocity provides extensive human capital management functionalities, encompassing employee self-service portals, a centralized document library, an intuitive compliance dashboard, and its "HR Edge" feature. Its product suite also includes tools for time and attendance tracking and schedule management, supported by various time collection devices such as physical kiosks, traditional time clocks, and versatile mobile and web applications. Furthermore, the company offers a full spectrum of talent management solutions, covering everything from recruiting and onboarding new hires to managing employee learning, performance evaluations, and compensation. It also assists with employee benefits administration and offers third-party administrative services. To foster a positive employee experience, Paylocity supplies tools like internal community platforms, premium video content, survey capabilities, and peer recognition programs. For data-driven decision-making, it offers insight and recommendation tools, exemplified by its modern workforce index, detailed data analytics, and comprehensive reporting features. Clients also benefit from a range of supporting services, including implementation assistance, training programs, ongoing client support, and specialized tax and regulatory services. Paylocity serves a diverse clientele, encompassing both for-profit and non-profit entities across numerous sectors such as business services, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality (restaurants), retail, and technology, among others. Its solutions are distributed directly through its team of sales representatives. Established in 1997, Paylocity maintains its corporate headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois.
PCTY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$151.88
▲(50.70% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
20.22% Insiders
22.27% Mutual Funds
1.17% Other Institutional Investors
34.91% Public Companies and
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