Paychex Q1 fiscal 2027 revenue rises 6% to $1.6 billion; diluted EPS up 14%
Paychex reported first-quarter fiscal 2027 results for the three months ended August 31, 2026, with total revenue up 6% to $1.6 billion and diluted earnings per share up 14% to $1.21. The company raised its fiscal 2027 outlook for PEO and Insurance Solutions revenue growth to 7% to 8% and left most other guidance unchanged, including adjusted diluted EPS growth of 7% to 9%.
Key points
- Total revenue rose 6% to $1.6 billion; operating income rose 14% to $619.2 million.
- Adjusted diluted EPS rose 10% to $1.34; GAAP diluted EPS rose 14% to $1.21.
- PEO and Insurance Solutions revenue growth outlook raised to 7% to 8% from 6% to 7%; interest on funds held for clients outlook raised to $200 million to $210 million.
- Paid dividends of $1.19 per share totaling $424.1 million in the quarter; cash flow from operations was $413.5 million, down from $718.4 million a year earlier.
The filing
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