Analysts estimate that Paychex will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.19.
Anticipation surrounds Paychex's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
Past Earnings Performance
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.01, which was followed by a 1.09% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Paychex's past performance and the resulting price change:
Quarter
Q3 2025
Q2 2025
Q1 2025
Q4 2024
EPS Estimate
1.48
1.13
1.14
1.10
EPS Actual
1.49
1.14
1.16
1.12
Price Change %
1.0%
1.0%
-0.0%
0.0%
Stock Performance
Shares of Paychex were trading at $151.25 as of June 23. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 29.37%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release.
Analyst Opinions on Paychex
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Paychex.
Analysts have given Paychex a total of 6 ratings, with the consensus rating being Neutral. The average one-year price target is $154.0, indicating a potential 1.82% upside.
Comparing Ratings with Competitors
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