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Paycom Software Inc. (PAYC) shares rose 2.27% to $152.57 on Thursday, amid a positive trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones also gaining. However, Paycom's performance lagged behind competitors like Oracle, Intuit, and ServiceNow. The stock remains 43.02% below its 52-week high of $267.76 reached on June 5th, with trading volume surpassing its 50-day average.

- Paycom Software Inc. (PAYC) shares increased by 2.27% to $152.57 on January 22, 2026, along with a generally positive stock market where the S&P 500 rose 0.55%.  
- The stock is currently 43.02% below its 52-week high of $267.76, reached on June 5th.  
- Despite the gain, Paycom underperformed compared to competitors like Oracle Corp., Intuit Inc., and ServiceNow Inc. that saw higher percentage increases during the same trading session.

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Paycom Software Inc. Stock Underperforms Thursday When Compared To Competitors Despite Daily Gains

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The software sector is experiencing a selloff, with major companies like Salesforce and Adobe down over 14% amid fears of AI displacement. Investors anticipate a surge in acquisitions as mid-sized firms seek financing. Thoma Bravo's Orlando Bravo sees buying opportunities, while analysts warn of vulnerabilities in companies lacking strong enterprise ties. ServiceNow's recent partnership with OpenAI has not alleviated market concerns, as shares continue to decline. The upcoming tech earnings season will provide insights into how companies are adapting to AI challenges.

- Cloud software stocks are experiencing a selloff, with the WisdomTree Cloud Computing Fund down over 8% this year.  
- Concerns about artificial intelligence potentially displacing traditional software have intensified, leading to speculation around acquisitions as mid-sized companies seek financing.  
- Salesforce and other major software firms are facing scrutiny over their market positions, as analysts emphasize the need for AI integration to regain investor confidence.

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Software selloff sparked by AI sets stage for potential big year of M&A, investors say

We recently published 15 Stocks on Jim Cramer’s Radar. ServiceNow, Inc. (NYSE:NOW) is one of the stocks on Jim Cramer’s radar. ServiceNow, Inc. (NYSE:NOW) is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that offers enterprise workflow management products and services. Its shares are down by 41% over the past year and by 13% year-to-date amidst the software sector’s […]

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ServiceNow Facing Favorable Q4 Earnings Setup, Oppenheimer Says

BMO Capital Markets has lowered its price target for ServiceNow (NYSE:NOW) from $230.00 to $175.00 while maintaining an "outperform" rating. This adjustment indicates a potential upside of 39.64% from the stock's previous close. Other analysts have also revised their ratings, with Zacks downgrading it to "hold" and Stifel Nicolaus setting a new target of $200.00. Currently, ServiceNow has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" with an average target price of $213.97. Insiders have sold shares recently, and institutional investors hold 87.18% of the stock.

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ServiceNow's stock price has fallen nearly 50% from its 2024 peak, reaching its lowest level since November 2023. The stock has experienced a five-week losing streak due to concerns over AI disruption and a shift towards acquisitions, including a $7.75 billion deal for Armis. Analysts predict continued revenue growth slowdown, with estimates for the upcoming earnings report showing a 19% increase to $3.53 billion. The average analyst target for the stock has been downgraded from $225 to $215, indicating a bearish outlook as technical indicators suggest further declines may occur.

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TD Cowen analyst Derrick Wood has maintained a Buy rating on ServiceNow (NOW) with a price target of $200. Wood, a 4-star analyst, has an average return of 5.1% and a 47.78% success rate. While ServiceNow received a Buy rating from TipRanks, it was downgraded to a Hold by xAI on the same day.

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