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Paychex, Inc. is projected to rise to $147.81 by 2027, a +37% move from its current price of $107.54. PAYX is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong buy.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 7/13/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14 | $105.83 | $107.62 | $109.45 | +0.08% |
| Jul 15 | $105.17 | $107.70 | $110.29 | +0.15% |
| Jul 16 | $104.69 | $107.78 | $110.97 | +0.23% |
| Jul 17 | $104.30 | $107.86 | $111.55 | +0.30% |
| Jul 18 | $103.96 | $107.94 | $112.08 | +0.38% |
| Jul 19 | $103.67 | $108.03 | $112.57 | +0.45% |
| Jul 20 | $103.40 | $108.11 | $113.02 | +0.53% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $103.40 | $108.11 | $113.02 | +0.53% |
| Week 2 | $102.05 | $108.68 | $115.73 | +1.06% |
| Week 3 | $101.15 | $109.25 | $118.00 | +1.59% |
| Week 4 | $100.48 | $109.82 | $120.04 | +2.12% |
| Week 5 | $99.95 | $110.40 | $121.95 | +2.66% |
| Week 6 | $99.53 | $110.98 | $123.76 | +3.20% |
| Week 7 | $99.18 | $111.57 | $125.50 | +3.75% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
Paychex, Inc. is a technology-focused provider of human capital management solutions for payroll, employee benefits, human resources, and insurance services for small to medium-sized businesses in the United States, Europe, and India. It offers payroll processing services; payroll tax administration services; employee payment services; and regulatory compliance services.
The company provides retirement solutions, such as plan implementation, ongoing compliance with government regulations, employee and employer reporting, participant and employer online access, electronic funds transfer, and other administrative services; HCM solutions from recruiting and hiring to retirement; and talent management and talent acquisition services.
Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) is currently priced at $106.35. It has a market cap of $37.82B and ranks 375. The current price sits in a context of a forecast that points to upside over the coming years, with notable long-run targets.
A major floor 20.4% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 11.2% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
Price is pressing into resistance (0.5% away) — a breakout level to watch.
A major ceiling 8.2% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key PAYX support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of PAYX market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $106.78 | Buy | $106.31 | Buy |
| MA 10 | $104.10 | Buy | $104.55 | Buy |
| MA 20 | $101.24 | Buy | $102.29 | Buy |
| MA 50 | $97.72 | Buy | $99.08 | Buy |
| MA 100 | $95.01 | Buy | $99.31 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $104.52 | Buy | $105.90 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 64.55 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 86.46 | Sell |
| CCI (20) | 122.56 | Buy |
| Williams %R (14) | -4.76 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | 0.70 | Buy |
| ROC (12) | 9.75 | Buy |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.90 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 95.24 | Sell |
| TRIX (15) | 0.27 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | 6.78 | Buy |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 74.36 | Sell |
| Momentum (10) | 10.82 | Buy |
| Aroon Osc (25) | 40.00 | Buy |
| Hull MA (9) | 108.22 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 18.00 | Neutral |
| ATR (14) | 1.67 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is bullish, with RSI(14) at 70. The stock sits near the SMA50 of $96.15 and the SMA200 of $105.13, indicating a price that remains close to key moving averages.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $85.57 | $107.54 | $154.86 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $121.07 | $147.81 | $188.67 | +37% | Bullish | |
| $135.20 | $168.17 | $220.47 | +56% | Bullish | |
| $145.44 | $183.69 | $245.95 | +71% | Bullish | |
| $157.00 | $200.98 | $273.95 | +87% | Bullish | |
| $167.84 | $217.49 | $301.13 | +102% | Bullish | |
| $178.57 | $233.99 | $328.60 | +118% | Bullish | |
| $211.38 | $279.91 | $398.17 | +160% | Bullish | |
| $242.72 | $324.61 | $467.27 | +202% | Bullish | |
| $262.11 | $353.87 | $515.06 | +229% | Bullish | |
| $345.09 | $485.92 | $741.19 | +352% | Bullish | |
| $692.44 | $1,045.71 | $1,709.79 | +872% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $85.57 | $107.54 | $127.41 | +0.00% |
| August 2026 | $95.58 | $111.86 | $133.72 | +4.01% |
| September 2026 | $97.93 | $115.16 | $138.75 | +2.95% |
| October 2026 | $98.41 | $116.20 | $140.94 | +0.90% |
| November 2026 | $101.40 | $120.16 | $146.54 | +3.40% |
| December 2026 | $106.27 | $126.33 | $154.86 | +5.14% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month PAYX forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
In 2026, PAYX is projected to trade between $85.57 and $154.86, averaging $107.54 — a potential gain of 0% from today's $107.54. A consolidation phase looks the most probable path here.
Paychex, Inc.'s 2027 outlook centres on $147.81, within a $121.07 to $188.67 range. That is up +37% on the projected 2026 average. That marks a +37% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2028, PAYX could reach as high as $220.47, with a base case around $168.17 and support toward $135.20 — roughly +56% from $107.54. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect PAYX to range from $145.44 to $245.95 through 2029. The $183.69 average target implies a +71% move from current prices. That is up +9% on the projected 2028 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The PAYX price prediction for 2030 points to an average of $200.98 (low $157.00, high $273.95) — a potential gain of +87% on today's $107.54. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2031, PAYX is projected to trade between $167.84 and $301.13, averaging $217.49 — a potential gain of +102% from today's $107.54. That is up +8% on the projected 2030 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
Paychex, Inc.'s 2032 outlook centres on $233.99, within a $178.57 to $328.60 range. That is up +8% on the projected 2031 average. That marks a +118% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2033, PAYX could reach as high as $398.17, with a base case around $279.91 and support toward $211.38 — roughly +160% from $107.54. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect PAYX to range from $242.72 to $467.27 through 2034. The $324.61 average target implies a +202% move from current prices. That is up +16% on the projected 2033 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The PAYX price prediction for 2035 points to an average of $353.87 (low $262.11, high $515.06) — a potential gain of +229% on today's $107.54. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2040, PAYX is projected to trade between $345.09 and $741.19, averaging $485.92 — a potential gain of +352% from today's $107.54. That is up +37% on the projected 2035 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Paychex, Inc.'s 2050 outlook centres on $1,045.71, within a $692.44 to $1,709.79 range. That is up +115% on the projected 2040 average. That marks a +872% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
Investing $1,000 in PAYX today (≈ 9.298866 PAYX) could be worth
$9,723.94
+$8,723.94 (+872%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected PAYX price of $1,045.71 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in PAYXwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in PAYX on Jul 10, 2025 (≈ 6.881839 PAYX) would be worth
$740.07
-$259.93 (-26.0%) today · 0.74× · US Dollar
Based on a PAYX entry price of $145.31 vs. today's $107.54.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $106.35 | $1,011.19 | +1.1% |
| 1 month ago | $101.1 | $1,063.7 | +6.4% |
| 3 months ago | $85.57 | $1,256.75 | +25.7% |
| 6 months ago | $112.69 | $954.3 | -4.6% |
| 1 year ago | $145.31 | $740.07 | -26.0% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $112.33 | $957.36 | -4.3% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our PAYX forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $220.00 around 2032.
Implied market cap at $220.00: $78.23B
The multi-year forecast shows a bullish trajectory, with 2030 expected to average $204.13 for a projected 91.9% ROI. Earlier years show steady gains, including 2027 at an average of $147.06 with a 38.3% ROI, and 2028 at $170.72 with a 60.5% ROI. The outlook extends to 2040, with an average of $524.90 and a 393.6% ROI, and to 2050, with an average of $1,129.12 and a 961.7% ROI.
These figures imply substantial upside potential, though they are estimates and not guarantees, and they remain subject to market conditions and other uncertainties.
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The forecast gives an average price of $204.13 in 2030 with a min of $159.40 and a max of $278.36, and an estimated ROI of 91.9%.
The forecast shows bullish sentiment for 2027 onward, with 2027 average $147.06 (ROI 38.3%) and rising to 2030 average $204.13 (ROI 91.9%), 2040 average $524.90 (ROI 393.6%), and 2050 average $1,129.12 (ROI 961.7%). The 2026 forecast is neutral at an average of $106.35 with ROI 0%.
Yes. The forecast for 2027–2029 shows averages of $147.06 (2027) and $170.72 (2028) and higher; the 2028 average is $170.72, which surpasses $150, and the 2029 average is $187.63.
Paychex, Inc. is currently priced at $106.35, with a market cap of $37.82B and a rank of 375.
The RSI(14) is 70, with a SMA50 of $96.15 and a SMA200 of $105.13. Support is at $94.25 and resistance at $106.35, and the 30-day range is $94.31 to $119.92.
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