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Strong beat on EPS and revenue, raised FY guidance, and higher price targets imply sustainable upside and potential multiple expansion; implied momentum via 14% pre-market rally.
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Paycom reported stronger-than-expected Q2 results with adjusted EPS of $2.78 on $531.2 million revenue, topping estimates. The company lifted FY2026 sales guidance to $2.197–$2.212 billion, citing automation and new product innovations. The upbeat print drove a 14% pre-market jump to about $199.50, with analysts raising target prices and signaling continued upside.
Paycom Q2: EPS 2.78 vs 2.38 est; revenue 531.2m above 513.1m.
CEO says automation and innovation; raises FY2026 sales guidance.
Shares up 14.1% pre-market to $199.50.
BTIG lifts price target to $230; Cantor Fitzgerald to $195.
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