GROWTH
Top line stable.
+5.5% YoY versus +5.4% prior. 3y CAGR +6.5%.
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The Question
How does PAYX compare?
All analysis on this page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Fair values are model-based estimates. Always do your own research.
2 of 2 legendary models say BUY PAYX.
What would legendary investors pay for PAYX?
These figures are not quotes or opinions from Buffett, Graham, Lynch or the other investors. They are our own estimates, computed by applying the intrinsic-value formulas each investor is known for to this company’s financials.
For educational purposes only. Not a recommendation to buy or sell securities.
Mixed — Paychex, Inc. has 40.2% ROE but D/E 3.01.
Financial story
Mixed — Paychex, Inc.'s 40.2% ROE is strong, but its 3.01 debt-to-equity is elevated.
Bottom line: PAYX is rated BUY by all 2 legendary models, 35% below avg fair value $154, but earns a C sector grade (58/100) in Industrials. Whether the premium is justified depends on which lens you trust. Drill into the valuation breakdown and sector ranking for the full picture.
+5.5% YoY versus +5.4% prior. 3y CAGR +6.5%.
+5.5%Net margin 29.7% versus 32.0% prior (−2.3pp). Operating 39.6%.
29.7%P/E 22.2x — 19% below the 5y median of 27.3x. Forward 17.9x hints at EPS expansion next year.
22.2xPAYX's earnings calendar and history are tracked in the financials tab. Specific dates depend on company-published guidance.
PAYX is in the Industrials sector. Sector ranking and peer comparison are in the sector tab.
2 of 2 legendary investor models rate PAYX a BUY. Fair value estimates and full investor breakdown are in the valuation tab.
Average fair value across qualifying models: $154. See the per-investor fair-value table in the valuation tab.
PAYX trades at 20.0x earnings. Sector context and per-investor signals are in the valuation tab.
PAYX and HEI differ on P/E, ROE, and revenue growth. See the full PAYX vs HEI compare matrix.
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Sign in to see the rankingPAYX sits at #33 in Industrials with a C grade (58/100).
