Paycom Software earnings set the tone, shares trade on Nasdaq
28.06.2026 - 10:54:28 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Anna Wagner, Analysts & Consensus desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-28, 10:54.
Paycom Software (US70432V1026) entered mid-2026 with its first-quarter earnings already reported and consensus estimates pointing to moderate profit growth. The shares trade on the Nasdaq, positioning the stock alongside U.S. SaaS peers in the human capital management segment.
What the latest earnings show
Zacks reported ahead of the release that Paycom Software was set to report first-quarter 2026 results on May 6 after market close, with the consensus earnings estimate at $2.93 per share, implying a 4.6 percent year-over-year increase.Zacks preview of Paycom Q1 2026 The estimate underlined expectations for solid bottom-line expansion despite a cooler macro backdrop.
According to the same Zacks analysis, consensus views on Paycom’s first-quarter bottom line remained unchanged over the prior 60 days, suggesting a stable analyst stance going into the report.Zacks comments on consensus stability Zacks noted that the company carried a Rank #3, which in its system corresponds to a Hold rating, underlining neither marked optimism nor clear pessimism around near-term performance.
Analysts focus on AI rollout and macro risks
The Zacks preview highlighted Paycom’s AI-driven tools, including its IWant offering, as potential drivers for new client additions and higher recurring revenue from existing customers.Zacks discussion of Paycom AI initiatives This aligns Paycom strategically with other payroll and HR SaaS providers that are embedding automation and AI into workflows to deepen customer engagement.
At the same time, Zacks flagged headwinds from weaker macroeconomic conditions, layoffs and hiring slowdowns across parts of the U.S. labor market as factors that can temper demand for new HR and payroll deployments.Zacks view on macro headwinds For investors comparing Paycom to peers such as Paychex or Paylocity, the balance between recurring revenue resilience and exposure to employment trends remains a central analytical theme.
All news and analysis on the Paycom Software shares
Further updates on Paycom’s earnings, analyst estimates and Nasdaq trading data are collected in the dedicated topic section.
The product behind the stock
Paycom Software generates revenue by providing a cloud-based human capital management platform that includes payroll processing, time and attendance tracking, benefits administration and talent management for U.S. mid-sized and larger employers.Paycom company overview The company’s system is designed as a single database architecture, which helps clients avoid data re-entry across HR functions.
Where the stock trades today
The Paycom Software shares (US70432V1026) most recently traded on the Nasdaq at around 180 US dollars, based on late-June quote data.
Key data on the Paycom Software shares
- Company: Paycom Software, Inc.
- ISIN: US70432V1026
- WKN: A1W6XZ
- Ticker: PAYC
- Trading venue: Nasdaq
- Price (as of 2026-06-28, 10:30): 180 USD
- Market cap: 10.5 billion USD (as of 2026-06-28)
- Sector / industry: Software - Application / Human Capital Management
- Index membership: S&P 500
- Next earnings date: 2026-08-06
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a buy or sell recommendation, or a solicitation to trade any security. All data points are based on sources cited in the text and may change over time.
