PAYX

Paychex
$115.18
+$0.42 (+0.37%)Sep 10, 2026
9.7GreatMoatMint rating

MoatMint rates Paychex (PAYX) 9.7 out of 10, a research rating of the company's quality, value, growth, momentum and financial health. Its quality rating is 9.4 out of 10.

Key metrics

The numbers that frame PAYX today
Market cap
$40.97B
P/E (TTM)
23.3
EV / FCF
19.1
Gross margin
74.3%
EV / Sales
6.8
ROIC
38.1%
Div yield
3.85%
Debt / equity
1.2
52wk Low
$83.50
52wk High
$130.22

PAYX stock rating

How PAYX scores on quality, value, growth, momentum and financial health
9.7out of 10
Great overallStrong business, attractive price
Quality9.4
Growth7.9
Momentum6.6
Value7.7
Financial Health9.1

Growth

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Frequently asked questions

Plain-English answers about PAYX
Is Paychex a good buy?
Yes. Paychex has excellent quality and strong momentum. Both signals support the setup. Growth looks excellent, which supports the long-term business case. We think Paychex is selling at a low price.
What is the market capitalization of PAYX?
Paychex's market capitalization is $40.97B.
What is the P/E ratio for PAYX stock?
Paychex's current P/E ratio is 23.3.
What is the 52-week high for PAYX stock?
The 52-week high for Paychex is $130.22. The current close of $115.18 is 11.6% below that high.
What is the 52-week low for PAYX stock?
The 52-week low for Paychex is $83.50. The current close of $115.18 is 37.9% above that low.
Does PAYX stock pay dividends?
Paychex pays a dividend. The latest dividend per share in the company data is $4.43, which implies a yield of 3.85% based on the current close.
What is the Debt / Equity ratio for PAYX?
Paychex's Debt / Equity ratio is 1.23.