Paycom Software highlights AI-driven HCM demand, shares in sector strategy focus
27.06.2026 - 12:40:02 | ad-hoc-news.de
By Stefan Krueger, Long-Term & Business Model desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-27, 12:39.
Paycom Software (US70432V1026) sits in the U.S. human capital management software segment with a New York Stock Exchange listing under the ticker PAYC. The stock closed at 129.18 dollars on NYSE on June 26, 2026, according to recent price data.
What analysts say on Paycom
Analyst services such as MarketBeat report that Paycom Software carries a consensus Hold rating based on 14 Wall Street analysts over the past twelve months, with one Sell, seven Hold and six Buy recommendations. The average price target referenced there stands at around 129.63 dollars, close to the latest closing price. A separate valuation view from Simply Wall St places Paycom’s estimated fair value at roughly 151.44 dollars per share, compared with the current 129.18 dollars, framing the stock as undervalued relative to that model. Simply Wall St notes that over the past ninety days the shares returned about 10.35 percent, while the one-year total shareholder return showed a 42.62 percent decline, highlighting stronger short-term momentum against weak longer-term performance. Zacks, in a thematic note on human capital management software, lists Paycom alongside Paylocity and First Advantage as names with favorable Zacks Rank scores, citing short-term upside potential in the segment.
Long-term strategy and HCM sector
The broader human capital management software industry is undergoing structural change, driven by digital tools, evolving workforce demographics and flexible work models, as Zacks outlines. AI-supported recruitment platforms, virtual assessments and analytics are increasingly central, aimed at improving placement speed, reducing hiring costs and enhancing match quality. In this context Paycom competes with peers such as Paylocity Holding and First Advantage, as well as larger platforms including Paychex and other U.S. payroll service providers, all targeting employers that seek integrated payroll and HR solutions. Simply Wall St commentary underscores that Paycom faces slower sales growth and flat operating margins, raising questions about demand momentum and cost discipline. Yet the same analysis indicates a fair value above the current share price, which positions the stock as potentially attractive for investors who are comfortable with moderate growth and a focus on operational efficiency.
All news and data on the Paycom Software shares
Further updates, analyst views and historical performance data on Paycom Software are available on the dedicated topic page and via the company’s investor relations hub.
The product behind the stock
Paycom Software generates revenue primarily through its cloud-based human capital management platform, which bundles payroll, time and attendance, talent management and HR data tools into a single system. The company sells software subscriptions to employers that want to centralize employee information, payroll processing and compliance workflows.
Where the stock trades today
The Paycom Software shares (US70432V1026) trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker PAYC, with a latest referenced price of 129.18 dollars on 2026-06-26, 15:59 Eastern Time.
Key data on the Paycom Software shares
- Company: Paycom Software, Inc.
- ISIN: US70432V1026
- WKN: A1W6K0
- Ticker: PAYC
- Trading venue: NYSE
- Price (as of 2026-06-26, 15:59): 129.18 USD
- Market cap: 6.15 billion USD (as of 2026-06-26)
- Sector / industry: Software - Human Capital Management / Business Services
- Index membership: S&P 500 (large-cap U.S. equity benchmark)
- Next earnings date: not officially scheduled
Disclaimer: This text is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, investment recommendation or an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any financial instrument. Historical data and analyst assessments are subject to change; readers should consult multiple sources and, where appropriate, seek professional advice before making investment decisions.
