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Paychex (PAYX) has been in focus after its board confirmed a regular quarterly dividend of $1.19 per share and affiliate SixFifty launched an AI driven HR compliance specialist for employers. Recent moves suggest interest in Paychex is picking up again, with a 1-day share price return of 2.22% and a 7-day gain of 6.05%. This contrasts with a weaker 30-day share price return that declined 6.36% and a 1-year total shareholder return that fell 8.56%. Scan how Paychex’s AI and dividend story...

Paychex has had a mixed run on the market over the past year, and the real question for investors now is whether the current share price lines up with what its cash flows can reasonably support. With fresh product news in HR technology and a solid history in payroll services, the stock invites a closer look at how much cash the underlying business is set up to generate. The share price has declined 8.6% over the past year, which puts the focus squarely on whether that move now matches the...
Paychex (NasdaqGS:PAYX) subsidiary SixFifty has launched an AI-powered agentic HR compliance specialist for employers. The new tool automates complex employment law compliance tasks across multiple jurisdictions for small and mid-sized businesses. SixFifty’s system can draft and distribute HR policies and track employee acknowledgments within a single workflow. There is much more to Paychex than the new SixFifty AI HR compliance specialist launch described here. Our analysis turns up 1...

Paychex (NASDAQ:PAYX) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders virtually on Oct. 15, with shareholders voting on director elections, executive compensation, auditor ratification and a shareholder proposal related to special meetings. Chairman Martin Mucci said the virtual format was intended to
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX) declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on Paychex common stock of $1.19 per share, payable on November 25, 2026, to shareholders of record as of October 26, 2026. About Paychex Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX) provides a comprehensive suite of expert-enabled technology and advisory solutions that help businesses manage HR, payroll, and benefits. Serving approximately 840,000 customers and pa

Paychex has raised its dividend every spring since the pandemic while its stock quietly lost ground, and the math behind that arrangement is more unusual than most income investors realize.
Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX) fiscal 2027 first-quarter revenue rose 6% to $1.6 billion, and adjusted EPS grew 10% to $1.34, both ahead of expectations. Yet, the stock sold off sharply enough that JPMorgan upgraded the shares to Neutral from Underweight and raised its price target to $115 from $105, calling the reaction overdone given another quarter […]

Paychex's largest business, Management Solutions, grew more slowly in the first quarter than management expected. That line brings in most of the company's revenue, so a lasting shortfall would slow all of Paychex (PAYX). Management says the shortfall is mostly revenue moving to another part of Paychex, but it has not said how much moved.
Paychex Newsweek America's Greatest Companies Paychex earned a 5-out-of-5 star rating from Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group for its financial strength, market performance, innovation, and environmental sustainability. The recognition highlights Paychex's financial strength, innovation, and sustainability Paychex earned 5-out-of-5-stars on Newsweek's America's Greatest Companies 2026 listThe recognition evaluates companies across four pillars: financial strength, market performance as an Ameri

Baird analyst Mark Marcon maintains Paychex (NASDAQ:PAYX) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $125 to $110.
PAYX's AI-powered HCM platform, Paycor acquisition and expansion beyond payroll support growth, while macro and leverage risks remain.

Paychex (NASDAQ:PAYX) is set to report its earnings on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. The company has $41 billion in current market capitalization. Revenue over the last twelve months was $6.5 billion, and it was operationally profitable with $2.5 billion in operating profits and net income of $1.8 billion. While the post-earnings stock reaction will depend on how the results and outlook stack up against investor expectations, a detailed look at historical results can aid you if you are an event
Human capital management company Paychex (NASDAQ:PAYX) will be reporting earnings this Wednesday before market hours. Here’s what to expect.

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PAYX heads into fiscal Q1 with revenues and EPS expected to rise, supported by bookings, pricing, PEO momentum, Paycor synergies and AI-driven productivity.

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Paychex (PAYX) remains a Buy: trades below fair value with a 4% yield; Q4 growth beat and FY27 guidance strong.

Paychex will report Q1 earnings Sept. 23, with analysts expecting EPS of $1.32 and revenue of $1.63B; analysts recently raised price targets.

Analysts upgraded Similarweb, Rocket Pharmaceuticals, Radiant Logistics and Ulta Beauty; Paychex rose to Peer Perform, with targets raised.
LightPath Technologies (LPTH) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 0.00% and +4.51%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
WEX (WEX) Q2 2026 earnings show strong operating leverage, margin gains and raised guidance.

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX), a leading provider of expert-enabled HR, payroll, and benefits, today announced that it is scheduled to release financial results for its fiscal 2027 first quarter ended August 31, 2026 on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, before the financial markets open. The company will host a conference call at 9:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 to discuss these results. Participating in this call will be John Gibson,

Cognyte Software (CGNT) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +66.67% and +0.49%, respectively, for the quarter ended July 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Paychex is driving growth through Paycor synergies, AI-backed WISE capabilities and efficiency gains that support stronger margins and client value.

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Planet Labs PBC (PL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +200.00% and +10.67%, respectively, for the quarter ended July 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
Paychex earns a Buy rating, driven by strong revenue growth, high margins, and strategic AI integration targeting SMEs. Read more on PAYX stock here.

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Early results show measurable gains in payroll accuracy, service speed, and operational efficiencyWISE agents proactively help prevent payroll errors, enable more consultative service, and increase efficiency across the Paychex enterprise – enhancing customer experiencesResults from more than 50,000 early adopters reinforce the value of WISE across Paychex’s HCM platformsCompany continues to scale WISE based on early adopter success ROCHESTER, N.Y., Aug. 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paychex, Inc

Paychex extends its trusted benefits platform, used by more than 400,000 employees, to help Paycor clients attract and retain talentNew to Paycor clients, Paycor Perks brings employees more than 20 voluntary benefit options at no cost to the employerPaychex scales its successful benefits platform through Paycor Perks to help employers attract and retain talentReinforces Paychex’s commitment to advancing employee financial wellness and overall well-being across its client base ROCHESTER, N.Y., Au

AMGN, FCFS and DK delivered strong gains, highlighting Zacks research successes across several model portfolios.
Earnings results often indicate what direction a company will take in the months ahead. With Q2 behind us, let’s have a look at Paychex (NASDAQ:PAYX) and its peers.

Paychex's growth outlook benefits from Paycor, expanding HCM offerings, AI adoption and strong cash flow, even as competition and cyber risks persist.

Paychex has underperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts are cautious about the stock’s prospects.

ManpowerGroup recently announced it will appoint Paychex President and CEO John B. Gibson, Jr. to its Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2026, bringing decades of leadership experience across human capital management and technology to the company. Gibson’s track record integrating technology with HR services and leading large-scale acquisitions could influence how ManpowerGroup shapes its workforce solutions and digital execution priorities in the years ahead. We’ll now examine how...






