PAYX - NASDAQ
Paychex, Inc.
$98.45
-2.3%Paychex, Inc. provides integrated human capital management solutions for human resources (HR), payroll, benefits, and insurance services for small to medium-sized businesses in the United States, Europe, and India. It offers payroll processing services; payroll tax administration services; employee payment services; and regulatory compliance services, such as new-hire reporting and garnishment processing. The company also provides HR solutions, including payroll, employer compliance, HR and employee benefits administration, risk management outsourcing, and the on-site availability of a professionally trained HR representative; and retirement services administration, including plan implementation, ongoing compliance with government regulations, employee and employer reporting, participant and employer online access, electronic funds transfer, and other administrative services. In addition, it offers cloud-based HR administration software products for employee benefits management and administration, time and attendance, digital communication solutions, recruiting, and onboarding solutions; plan administration outsourcing and state unemployment insurance services; various business services to small to medium-sized businesses comprising payroll funding and outsourcing services, which include payroll processing, invoicing, and tax preparation; and payment processing services, financial fitness programs, and a small-business loan resource center. Further, the company provides insurance services for property and casualty coverage, such as workers' compensation, business-owner policies, cyber security protection, and commercial auto, as well as health and benefits coverage, including health, dental, vision, and life. It markets and sells its services primarily through its direct sales force. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Rochester, New York.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotPaychex, Inc. Street Expectations Map
Wall Street analysts project that PAYX stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 112.14, with estimates ranging from a low of 98.00 to a high of 126.00.
The consensus 1-year price target stands at 112.14, with estimates ranging from a low of 98.00 to a high of 126.00.
Analyst Consensus Analysis
Upside Potential
Moderate upside. Analysts expect positive returns but with limited margin of safety. Consider entry timing.
Analyst Agreement
Good consensus alignment. Moderate target spread reflects general agreement on value drivers with some variance in assumptions.
Risk-Reward Profile
Favorable risk-reward. Potential upside significantly exceeds downside risk, offering asymmetric return profile attractive for risk-tolerant investors.
Analyst Conviction
Positive outlook with reasonable agreement. Analysts generally optimistic about prospects with manageable uncertainty.
Market Sentiment Insight
Asymmetric upside: Strong return potential with favorable risk-reward profile. The limited downside relative to upside makes this an attractive risk-adjusted opportunity for growth-oriented portfolios.
Paychex, Inc. Forward Estimates of Revenue
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Paychex, Inc. Forward Estimates of Net Income
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Paychex, Inc. Forward Estimates of EPS
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Paychex, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBIT
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Paychex, Inc. Forward Estimates of EBITDA
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Paychex, Inc. Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense
Forward Growth Analysis
Solid growth trajectory indicates healthy business performance and competitive positioning.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Positive analyst consensus with strong growth expectations and forecast confidence.
Paychex, Inc. Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have purchased $197K and sold $16.66M worth of PAYX shares, resulting in $16.46M of net selling activity.
3 Months
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3-6 Months
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197.26K
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6-9 Months
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9-12 Months
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114.9K
16.62M
-16.6M
-$16.62M
Top Buyers
Doody Joseph
Director
$99K
Bonadio Tom
Director
$98K
Top Sellers
Mucci Martin
Director, Other: Chairman
$14.16M
Gibson John B
Officer: President And Ceo
$1.76M
Schrader Robert L.
Officer: Sr. Vp, Cfo
$444K
Simmons Christopher C
Officer: Vp, Controller & Treasurer
$260K
Roaldsen Elizabeth
Officer: Sr. Vice President
$41K
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Strong bearish signal with $16.46M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.
Insider Participation
5 insider sellers vs. 2 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.
Insider Activity Insight
Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.
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Research Paths
Snapshot
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Value Model
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Statements
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Earnings Call
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Dividends
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Analyst Expectations
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