Paychex, Inc.
PAYXTechnologyNASDAQSoftware - Application · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframePaychex, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides human capital management solutions (HCM) for human resources, payroll processing, employee benefits, and insurance services for small to. The company carries a $42.02B market cap, placing it firmly in the large-cap category. It offers technology and advisory solutions; and payroll tax administration services.
Market Cap
$42.02B
Beta
0.85
P/E (TTM)
23.42
P/E (Fwd)
18.48
EPS (TTM)
$5.04
EPS (Fwd)
$6.39
ROE
47.1%
ROA
10.2%
Cash
$934.2M
Total Debt
$4.62B
Free CF
$1.89B
52W Change
-5.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where PAYX stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, PAYX finished 7.10% above its 150-day moving average ($103.41) and 8.59% above its 200-day moving average ($101.99). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is PAYX overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, PAYX's RSI(14) was 79.2, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $934.2M in cash, though total debt stands at $4.62B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Free cash flow comes in at $1.89B, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 47.1% points to exceptionally high capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. Return on assets of 10.2% further supports the picture of efficient asset utilization. Revenue has grown from $4.61B (2022) to $6.51B (2026), reflecting a 41% increase over the period.
As with any equity investment, PAYX carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing PAYX.