Paychex Inc (PAYX) Financial Statements
Historical financial data — 45 statements covering FY2016–FY2026
Paychex is a cloud-based human capital management provider offering payroll, compliance, talent management, benefits administration, and retirement services. The firm also provides HR outsourcing s...
Paychex Inc's revenue increased 16.9% year over year, from $5.57B to $6.51B.
Net income increased 6.2% over the same period, from $1.66B to $1.76B.
Over the 10-year period from FY2016 to FY2026, revenue grew by 121% in total.
Operating cash flow grew 34.5% to $2.56B.
Paychex Inc maintains a strong net profit margin of 27.0%.
Recent Financial Statements
Quarterly figures are standalone quarters, de-cumulated from YTD filings (Q4 = FY − Q3 YTD when not reported).
| Period | Revenue | Net Income | Gross Profit | EBIT | Op. Cash Flow | Total Assets | Total Debt | Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 FY2025 | $1.32B-0.1% | $413.4M | $937.8M | $538.1M | $295.0M | $10.55B | $817.1M | $3.93B |
| Q3 FY2025 | $1.51B+14.6% | $519.3M | $1.12B | $691.8M | $716.0M | $11.22B | $816.6M | $4.12B |
| Q4 FY2025 | $1.43B-5.4% | $297.2M | $1.03B | $431.1M | $343.8M | $16.56B | $4.57B | $4.13B |
| Q1 FY2026 | $1.54B+7.9% | $383.8M | $1.13B | $541.9M | $718.4M | $16.66B | $4.57B | $3.97B |
| Q2 FY2026 | $1.56B+1.1% | $395.4M | $1.15B | $571.9M | $444.9M | $16.52B | $4.57B | $3.88B |
| Q3 FY2026 | $1.81B+16.1% | $560.3M | $1.38B | $792.0M | $812.5M | $17.51B | $4.55B | $4.01B |
| Q4 FY2026 | $1.61B-11.2% | $420.6M | $1.19B | $604.7M | $580.9M | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Q1 FY2027 | $1.63B+1.6% | $429.7M | $1.20B | $619.2M | $413.5M | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Balance Sheet Summary (Q3 FY2026)
Paychex Inc (PAYX) Financial Statements & Revenue History
Paychex Inc (PAYX) is a US-listed stock operating in the Technology sector, specifically the Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management industry trading at $111.63 with a market capitalization of $40. This page provides 45 historical financial statements for Paychex Inc, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow data across multiple reporting periods. Most recently, Paychex Inc reported revenue of $6.5 billion, representing 16.9% year-over-year growth. The net profit margin of 27.0% reflects strong profitability..
PAYX Income Statement, Balance Sheet & Cash Flow
The financial statements table above shows Paychex Inc's revenue, net income, gross profit, EBIT, operating cash flow, total assets, total debt, and shareholders' equity across the most recent reporting periods. Year-over-year growth rates help identify whether PAYX is accelerating or decelerating in terms of top-line revenue and bottom-line profitability.
- Revenue trend: Track PAYX's top-line growth across quarters and fiscal years to identify acceleration or deceleration in the business.
- Profitability: Net income and gross profit margins reveal how efficiently Paychex Inc converts revenue into earnings.
- Balance sheet health: Total assets, liabilities, debt, and equity provide a snapshot of PAYX's financial position and leverage.
- Cash flow: Operating cash flow shows how much cash the business generates from its core operations, which is critical for funding dividends, buybacks, and growth.
How to Use PAYX Financial Data
Investors use Paychex Inc's financial statements to assess the company's financial health, growth trajectory, and valuation. Key metrics to focus on include:
- Revenue growth rate: Consistent double-digit revenue growth suggests a strong business; declining revenue may signal competitive pressure.
- Net profit margin: Higher margins indicate a more efficient business with pricing power. Compare PAYX's margins to sector peers for context.
- Debt levels: High debt-to-equity ratios increase financial risk, especially in rising-rate environments. Low debt provides flexibility.
- Valuation multiples: See how PAYX's P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA ratios compare to historical levels.
- Full analysis: View PAYX's financial health score, earnings, and pre-market pricing.
Financial data is sourced from Paychex Inc's SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q) via Polygon.io and Finnhub.PAYX trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.