PCTY Stock Chart & Stats
$1790.00
$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$1790.00
$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$1,780.00 - $3,812.49
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
$126.98B
Enterprise Value$5.70K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$299.73M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$134.56M
Price to Earnings (P/E)29.1
Beta-0.18
Next Earnings
Aug 04, 2026EPS Estimate
28.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.74
Shares Outstanding53,544,060
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
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 CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$2,634.67Price Target Upside47.19% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering15
EPS Forecast (FY)151.52
Revenue Forecast (FY)$32.94B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Recurring Revenue ScalePaylocity’s SaaS subscription base has materially scaled over multiple years, producing durable recurring revenue. A large, growing installed base and module cross-sell potential underpin predictable cash flows and rising enterprise value, supporting multi-quarter visibility into top-line durability.
Strong Free Cash FlowMaterial and improving free cash flow provides internal funding for product investment, acquisitions, and buybacks. High FCF margins (>24% LTM) indicate earnings quality and long‑term ability to fund growth initiatives while returning capital without diluting financial flexibility.
Conservative Balance Sheet & ReturnsLow leverage and significant cash combined with a large buyback authorization demonstrate balance sheet flexibility. This supports durable capital allocation optionality—funding M&A, R&D or shareholder returns—while preserving ability to absorb cyclical shocks or timing of strategic investments.
Bears Say
Interest Income SensitivityMaterial reliance on interest earned on client-held balances introduces structural sensitivity to rates and client cash balances. Changes in yields or client deposits can meaningfully swing reported EBITDA and guidance, adding durable earnings volatility tied to macro rate paths rather than core SaaS operations.
Operating Margin TimingShifts toward higher R&D and S&M investment have produced a step-down in EBIT margin in the most recent period. If sustained, elevated operating spend can compress operating leverage; management must convert investments into durable revenue/margin expansion to justify the intentional near-term margin tradeoff.
Regulatory & Execution BurdenPayroll, tax and benefits processing requires continuous compliance work across many jurisdictions, raising structural operating complexity and cost. Persistent regulatory maintenance increases fixed operating requirements and raises execution risk, particularly as new products and integrations expand operational scope.
Paylocity News
PCTY FAQ
What was Paylocity’s price range in the past 12 months?
Paylocity lowest stock price was $1780.00 and its highest was $3812.49 in the past 12 months.
What is Paylocity’s market cap?
Paylocity’s market cap is $126.98B.
When is Paylocity’s upcoming earnings report date?
Paylocity’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 2 days.
How were Paylocity’s earnings last quarter?
Paylocity released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $50.134 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $44.757 by $5.378.
Is Paylocity overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Paylocity’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Paylocity pay dividends?
Paylocity does not currently pay dividends.
What is Paylocity’s EPS estimate?
Paylocity’s EPS estimate is 28.05.
How many shares outstanding does Paylocity have?
Paylocity has 53,544,060 shares outstanding.
What happened to Paylocity’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Paylocity reported an EPS of $50.134 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $44.757. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Paylocity?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MX:PCTY
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Paylocity Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$2,634.67 (47.19% Upside)
$2,634.67 (47.19% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MX:PCTY Sentiment 80%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-30.71%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.35%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Paylocity
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 Company Deck
PCTY Earnings Call
Q3 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong top‑line recurring revenue growth (+11.6% in Q3), margin expansion, robust free cash flow and active capital return while raising fiscal year guidance. Management highlighted product momentum (AI embedding, Grayscale acquisition) and channel strength (broker referrals >25%). Principal near‑term risks are continued investment-driven timing on margins, reliance on interest income assumptions tied to rates and early‑stage execution/monetization risks for new services. On balance, positive operational and financial execution materially outweigh the noted near‑term risks.View all MX:PCTY earnings summariesPCTY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$2,634.67
▲(47.19% Upside)