News Sentiment

PCTY sentiment intelligence

Paylocity Holding Corporation news scored across direct company coverage, industry context, sector read-through, source quality, and freshness.

Weighted score 57 Balanced news tone 60 relevant articles
Exchange NASDAQ United States
Sector Technology Market context
Industry Software - Application Read-through group
Latest close 118.50 Week of 10 Jul 2026
Weighted tone 57/100

Balanced news tone

Market reaction Balanced read

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

Primary event Market update

81/100 classification confidence.

Company focus 60

directly relevant articles

Source quality 0

high-authority source matches

Trend context Trend inactive

+3.0% over one week, +8.9% over four weeks, trend inactive, and below fair value.

Latest direct headline Neutral

Paylocity Holding Corporation announces Q4 FY26 earnings call

Market Reaction

Balanced read

67/100 confidence

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

Primary event Market update 81/100 classification
One-week reaction 3.0% Price confirming higher
Trend fit Trend inactive 8.9% over four weeks
Fair value -27.4% Below fair value
Value support

Sentiment Mix

Positive, neutral, negative

Weighted by relevance
Positive 24
Neutral 33
Negative 3

Relevance

Why the article matched

Direct first
Direct company coverage 60
Industry context 0
Sector context 0

Sources

Coverage mix

Publishers
Market source 10
Ad-hoc-news.de 10
simplywall.st 6
Stock Titan 5
TradingView 5
TradingKey 5
Sahm 4
StockStory 3

Event Lens

What the news is about

Classified themes
Market update 36
Earnings 14
Deals and strategy 5
Analyst action 2
Macro sensitivity 1
Guidance 1
Capital return 1

Sentiment Trail

Score over time

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News Tape

Relevant headlines

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scanx.trade Direct company coverage

Paylocity Holding Corporation announces Q4 FY26 earnings call

Paylocity Holding Corporation (PCTY) will host a conference call on August 4, 2026, to discuss its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year 2026. A live webcast and phone access will be provided for investors, with a replay available afterward. The compan

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
15 Jul 2026 08:43
Source
scanx.trade
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Paylocity Schedules Live Webcast for Fiscal 2026 Results Aug. 4

Paylocity (Nasdaq: PCTY) has announced it will host a conference call on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 4:00 pm CT (5:00 pm ET) to discuss its fourth-quarter and fiscal 2026 financial results. A live webcast and replay of the call will be accessible on the company’s investor relatio

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
14 Jul 2026 20:09
Source
Stock Titan
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Paylocity buys Aidora to automate one of HR’s most complex tasks

Paylocity (NASDAQ: PCTY) has acquired Aidora, an AI-native leave management compliance platform designed to automate complex leave processes using natural language interaction. This acquisition aims to reduce manual HR work, improve employee guidance, and expand Paylocity's AI em

Tone
Positive 65/100
Event
Deals and strategy
Published
09 Jul 2026 12:43
Source
Stock Titan
Sahm Direct company coverage

Paylocity Acquires AI-Native Aidora to Simplify Leave Management

Paylocity (NASDAQ: PCTY) has announced the acquisition of Aidora, an AI-native company specializing in leave management compliance software. This acquisition aims to simplify the complex and time-consuming process of leave management for HR teams by automating eligibility, compli

Tone
Positive 75/100
Event
Deals and strategy
Published
09 Jul 2026 07:41
Source
Sahm
AD HOC NEWS Direct company coverage

Paylocity stock leans on its payroll platform

Paylocity, a cloud software company, focuses on providing payroll and human capital management solutions to mid-sized US employers. The company's business model relies on recurring software revenue, driven by customer growth, retention, and operating leverage. Its platform automa

Tone
Positive 63/100
Event
Earnings
Published
08 Jul 2026 09:10
Source
AD HOC NEWS
Sahm Direct company coverage

Paylocity (PCTY) Stock Could Stay Stretched After Fresh AI Growth Hype

Shares of Paylocity Holding Corp. (PCTY) have fallen considerably over the past three years, yet the stock still appears expensive based on current valuations. While the company's AI-enabled human capital management platform and AI Assistant could drive future growth, its current

Tone
Negative 37/100
Event
Market update
Published
07 Jul 2026 19:12
Source
Sahm
Investing.com Direct company coverage

Earnings call transcript: Paylocity beats Q3 2026 earnings expectations

Paylocity Holding Corp. (PCTY) reported strong Q3 2026 financial results, exceeding EPS and revenue forecasts, which led to a 6.43% stock surge. The company attributed its success to strategic acquisitions, AI integration, and consistent execution, prompting a raise in its full-y

Tone
Positive 95/100
Event
Earnings
Published
04 Jul 2026 12:40
Source
Investing.com
Ad-hoc-news.de Direct company coverage

Paylocity holds its ground. Investors watch the setup.

Paylocity Holding (PCTY) starts the day without immediate company-specific news, drawing investor attention to its subscription-based payroll and human capital software business. The article highlights its cloud-based platform for employers, its Nasdaq listing, and its exposure t

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
04 Jul 2026 08:39
Source
Ad-hoc-news.de
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

If You Invested $1,000 in Paylocity Holdin (PCTY)

This article examines the historical performance of a $1,000 investment in Paylocity Holding (PCTY) over different periods, providing insights into its total return and CAGR. It details the company's business model, product suite, including HR, payroll, finance, IT, and spend man

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
04 Jul 2026 05:40
Source
Stock Titan
Ad-hoc-news.de Direct company coverage

Paylocity Holding balances growth ambitions with HR software demand

Paylocity Holding (ISIN US70436Y1038) operates in the competitive U.S. payroll and HR software market, striving to balance growth ambitions with the ongoing demand for digital workforce management solutions. The company's business model relies on recurring subscription fees from

Tone
Positive 67/100
Event
Macro sensitivity
Published
03 Jul 2026 16:59
Source
Ad-hoc-news.de
Stock Titan Direct company coverage

Paylocity (PCTY) SVP reports 489-share tax-withholding disposition on Form 4

Paylocity Holding Corp's SVP of Product and Technology, Melissa Ann King, reported a tax-withholding disposition of 489 shares on July 1, 2026. The shares were withheld at $104.53 each to satisfy tax obligations, not representing an open-market trade. After this transaction, King

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
02 Jul 2026 20:41
Source
Stock Titan
Investing.com Direct company coverage

Truist cuts Paylocity stock price target on lower revenue outlook

Truist Securities has lowered its price target for Paylocity Holding (NASDAQ:PCTY) from $180 to $165, while maintaining a Buy rating on the stock. This adjustment reflects a revised long-term revenue compound annual growth rate forecast due to AI-driven sector concerns, despite t

Tone
Negative 38/100
Event
Guidance
Published
29 Jun 2026 14:40
Source
Investing.com
TradingView Direct company coverage

0P7 Forecast — Price Target — Prediction for 2027

This article provides a forecast for Paylocity Holding Corp. (0P7), including analyst price targets, earnings estimates, and financial metrics. It highlights that 18 analysts offer a price target of 124.93, with a maximum estimate of 202.51 CHF and a minimum of 90.72 CHF. The com

Tone
Positive 63/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
29 Jun 2026 04:39
Source
TradingView
Ad-hoc-news.de Direct company coverage

The Performance Management from Paylocity Holding - simple reviews woven into payroll

Paylocity Holding's Performance Management module integrates structured reviews, goals, and feedback directly into its existing cloud-based payroll and HR platform for mid-sized firms. This module streamlines performance management by linking review cycles to live job data, enabl

Tone
Positive 82/100
Event
Market update
Published
28 Jun 2026 01:40
Source
Ad-hoc-news.de
GuruFocus Direct company coverage

PCTY Maintained by TD Cowen -- Price Target Lowered to $137

TD Cowen has maintained a 'Buy' rating for Paylocity Holding Corp (PCTY), though the price target has been reduced from $155 to $137. Despite this adjustment, Paylocity appears undervalued according to GuruFocus's GF Value™ and holds a solid GF Score™ of 75/100, driven by strong

Tone
Positive 62/100
Event
Analyst action
Published
26 Jun 2026 18:09
Source
GuruFocus
Yahoo! Finance Canada Direct company coverage

Buy These 3 HCM Software Solution Stocks to Tap Short-Term Potential

This article recommends three Human Capital Management (HCM) software solution stocks – Paycom Software Inc. (PAYC), Paylocity Holding Corp. (PCTY), and First Advantage Corp. (FA) – for short-term investment potential. The HCM industry is undergoing digital transformation driven

Tone
Positive 71/100
Event
Market update
Published
26 Jun 2026 12:09
Source
Yahoo! Finance Canada
TradingView Direct company coverage

Paylocity Holding Corp. Actuals & Estimates (NASDAQ:PCTY)

This article provides an overview of Paylocity Holding Corporation (PCTY) stock, including its current price, market capitalization, and historical performance. It also details analyst forecasts, earnings reports, and financial metrics such as revenue, net income, and EBITDA. The

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
25 Jun 2026 19:41
Source
TradingView
TradingView Direct company coverage

Enterprise value to EBIT forward of Paylocity Holding Corp. – LSX:A1XE9W

This article provides the enterprise value to EBIT forward for Paylocity Holding Corp. (LSX:A1XE9W). The information is presented within the context of TradingView's platform, indicating that detailed financial data for the company is available, though not explicitly shown in thi

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
25 Jun 2026 15:41
Source
TradingView
TradingView Direct company coverage

Price to sales forward of Paylocity Holding Corp. – LSX:A1XE9W

This page from TradingView provides a financial overview of Paylocity Holding Corp. (LSX:A1XE9W), specifically focusing on its price-to-sales forward ratio. It indicates that no trades have occurred and offers various tools and community sections related to trading and financial

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Market update
Published
25 Jun 2026 14:40
Source
TradingView
TradingView Direct company coverage

Price to earnings forward of Paylocity Holding Corp. – LSX:A1XE9W

This article displays the "Price to earnings forward" metric for Paylocity Holding Corp. (LSX:A1XE9W) on the TradingView platform. It provides financial data and indicates that the market for this stock is currently closed with no trades. The article is a stub, likely part of a d

Tone
Neutral 50/100
Event
Earnings
Published
25 Jun 2026 09:12
Source
TradingView
Insider Monkey Direct company coverage

Here is Why Paylocity (PCTY) is One of the Best Upside Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds

Paylocity (PCTY) is identified as a top upside stock by hedge funds, boasting strong Q3 2026 results with a 10.5% revenue increase year-over-year and GAAP net income rising to $111.3 million. The company is expanding its AI-driven solutions through strategic acquisitions like Gra

Tone
Positive 72/100
Event
Deals and strategy
Published
24 Jun 2026 14:10
Source
Insider Monkey