Paycom Software Inc. (PAYC)
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Why is PAYC moving today?
-0.5%PAYC is -0.5% today, inside the ordinary range for a session (under 3%). No stories about it reached the feed in the last 24 hours.
What this does not prove. A story on the same day is evidence of timing, not of cause: it explains a move only if it accounts for the size and the direction, and most single-stock moves carry a sector or index component too. Nothing here is a forecast.
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
Paycom Software Inc. (PAYC) overview
Paycom provides cloud-based payroll and HR software.
PAYC is a member of the S&P 500. It sits in the Industrials sector. That sector covers manufacturers, aerospace, defense and transport companies tied to economic activity.
Paycom Software Inc. trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol PAYC. The most recent market data puts the share price at about $251.64. That is down 0.49% on the session. At that price the company is worth roughly $11.34B.
Over the past 52 weeks, PAYC has traded between $104.90 and $256.60. Shares change hands at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 26.6. The P/E ratio sets the share price against a year of earnings. A higher number means the market is paying more for each dollar the company earns. PAYC also pays a dividend. It yields around 0.60% at the current price.
Key statistics
Source: Yahoo Finance - quote as of 2 days ago
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Why investors watch PAYC
PAYC is one of the larger names in the Industrials sector, so investors follow it closely. It tends to move with the rest of the sector. This page sums up each PAYC story as it breaks, and tags it bullish, bearish or neutral.
What moves PAYC
- Earnings. PAYC reports results four times a year. A surprise against the estimate tends to move the stock that day.
- Analyst calls. Upgrades, downgrades and new price targets change what the market expects from PAYC.
- Sector news. Industrials stocks often move together, so a rival's news can move PAYC too.
Market Mood
Latest PAYC news
Paycom Stock (PAYC) Delivers 71% Return Following Fair Value Signal
Paycom stock (PAYC) has achieved a 71% return recently after receiving a signal indicating that the stock is near its fair value. This performance highlights the effectiveness of such value signals in guiding investors. The notable increase could attract more investor interest and potentially influence trading volumes. Understanding these signals may help investors identify similar opportunities in the market.
Read More: Paycom Stock (PAYC) Delivers 71% Return Following Fair Value Signal
Paylocity (PAYC) Ranked Top HR Software Pick by Citi
Citi has identified Paylocity (PAYC) as its top pick in the HR software sector. This selection may influence investor confidence and trading strategies within the human resources technology market. The recognition by Citi could lead to increased interest and trading volume as investors respond to the recommendation. Such endorsements can impact overall stock performance and the perception of the HR software market's growth potential.
Read More: Paylocity (PAYC) Ranked Top HR Software Pick by CitiMore Industrials stocks
Frequently asked questions
Is Paycom Software Inc. in the S&P 500?
Yes. Paycom Software Inc. trades as PAYC and is a member of the S&P 500. The index lists it in the Industrials sector.
What sector is PAYC in?
PAYC sits in the Industrials sector of the S&P 500.
Where can I find the latest PAYC news?
Right here. This page collects recent PAYC news and market analysis. Every story gets an AI summary and a bullish, bearish or neutral tag.
What is Paycom Software Inc.'s stock price?
PAYC last traded at about $251.64. Prices move all through the session, so this is the latest quote rather than a live one.
What is Paycom Software Inc.'s market cap?
PAYC is worth roughly $11.34B. Market cap is the share price times the number of shares outstanding.
What is PAYC's P/E ratio?
PAYC trades at a trailing P/E ratio of about 26.6. The ratio compares the share price with earnings per share over the past year.