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Paychex reports double-digit earnings growth driven by PEO and insurance revenue gains

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23 Sep 2026
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Paychex reports double-digit earnings growth driven by PEO and insurance revenue gains

Paychex Inc reported a 14% increase in diluted earnings per share to $1.21 and a 10% rise in adjusted earnings per share to $1.34 for the fiscal first quarter ended August 31, with revenue up 6% to $1.6 billion. Growth was fueled by strong demand in its Professional Employer Organization (PEO) and insurance segments, which saw a 12% revenue increase. Operating margin expanded to 38%, and net income rose 12% to $429.7 million. The company raised its revenue growth outlook for PEO and Insurance Solutions to 7-8% for fiscal 2027 and highlighted investments in AI-driven recruiting technology as a growth driver.

Paychex, Inc. holds a market cap of $40.77 billion and offers a dividend yield of 4.16% on Pluang as of September 23, 2026, 20:42 WIB. Despite the company reporting strong earnings growth and expanding operating margins, the stock price is down 5.13% on the day, trading at USD 108.65. Trading volume is robust at over 4 million shares, with all Pluang order activity currently on the buy side, reflecting investor interest in the Industrials sector stock.

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