Paychex Inc. shares have increased 17.7% over the past six months, reflecting a positive trend for the company. The last closing price was US$111.98, with a market capitalization of approximately US$38.58 billion. In the last trading session, the stock rose by 2.00%, and it has gained 6.72% over the past week. However, the stock has dropped 8.56% in the last month, indicating some volatility.
Investor takeaway: Investors should note the mixed performance trends as they assess Paychex's stock.
The stock's year-to-date growth stands at 3.19%, with a 52-week range of US$83.50 to US$127.98.
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Paychex Inc
PAYX.US
PAYX.US
Paychex Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$38.58B
P/E
21.1x
Div. yield
4.27%
Div. / share
$4.54
52W high
$127.98
52W low
$83.50
1W change
+6.72%
Beta
0.85
Analyst Price Targets
Based on 19 analysts covering PAYX · as of Oct 5, 2026
Wall Street analysts forecast PAYX stock price to rise 5.1% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
Hold3.00 / 5.00
Avg. Target
C$113.93
+5.1% Upside
Current Price
C$108.37
Last close
Analyst Breakdown (19 analysts)
Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on PAYX's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
36.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
33.4%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-9.3%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$104.82
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$107.17 | C$94.44 – C$121.62 |
| 60 trading days | C$105.99 | C$88.63 – C$126.75 |
| 90 trading days | C$104.82 | C$84.19 – C$130.49 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
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Bull case
Paychex has a P/E ratio of 21.08, a profit margin of 27.4%, and a return on equity of 47.1%. These figures suggest strong operational efficiency and a solid financial position.
Bear case
Despite the recent rise, the stock's month-long decline of 8.56% may indicate potential challenges ahead.
Recent Performance Highlights
Paychex Inc. shares have risen by 17.7% over the last six months, signaling a positive trend in the payroll and HR services sector. The last closing price was US$111.98, and the stock has seen a year-to-date increase of 3.19%. In the last trading session, it gained 2.00%, reflecting growing investor interest. However, the stock has declined 8.56% over the past month, showing some volatility in its performance.
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Volume and Trading Activity
The latest trading volume for Paychex was reported at 1,187,451 shares, significantly lower than the 20-day average volume of 3,601,489 shares, suggesting reduced trading activity. This volume represents 76% of the average, indicating that fewer shares were traded than typical. The stock is currently trading 2.5% below its 50-day moving average of US$114.86 and 8.3% above its 200-day moving average of US$103.38.
Financial Metrics and Market Outlook
Paychex has a P/E ratio of 21.08, a profit margin of 27.4%, and a return on equity of 47.1%, highlighting its strong financial position. The stock's 52-week range is between US$83.50 and US$127.98, indicating it is currently trading at 64% of its range. The average analyst target for Paychex is US$113.93, suggesting a potential upside of 1.7% from the last close. Investors should keep an eye on upcoming developments that could impact these metrics.
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