Forecast & Rating19 analysts currently cover Paychex, with about 10.5% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $121.00, about 3.7% upside from the current price of $116.72. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 76.8% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means most institutions are cautious on Paychex's outlook. Data as of Sep 16, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Sep 16, 2026
Price forecast
$121.003.67%
Forecast & RatingHold
19analysts
Strong buy10.53%
Buy0.00%
Hold73.68%
Sell10.53%
Strong sell5.26%
Strong buy
2
Buy
0
Hold
14
Sell
2
Strong sell
1
Target price forecast
Forecast dateSep 14, 2026
Forecast met60.6%
Stock price$116.72
Avg. target$119.3
High target$150
Low target$95
Avg. target
$119.3
High target
$150
Low target
$95
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.