Paychex, Inc. EPS (Earnings per Share) 2008–2026
Paychex, Inc. reported $4.89 of earnings per share for fiscal 2026. That was 6.8% higher than fiscal 2025. Compared with fiscal 2021, the change was +61.4%.
| Fiscal year | EPS (Earnings per Share) | Change (YoY) |
|---|---|---|
| FY 2026 | $4.89 | +6.8% |
| FY 2025 | $4.58 | -1.9% |
| FY 2024 | $4.67 | +8.6% |
| FY 2023 | $4.30 | +12.0% |
| FY 2022 | $3.84 | +26.7% |
| FY 2021 | $3.03 | -0.3% |
| FY 2020 | $3.04 | +6.3% |
| FY 2019 | $2.86 | +4.0% |
| FY 2018 | $2.75 | +20.6% |
| FY 2017 | $2.28 | +9.1% |
| FY 2016 | $2.09 | +13.0% |
| FY 2015 | $1.85 | +8.2% |
| FY 2014 | $1.71 | +9.6% |
| FY 2013 | $1.56 | +3.3% |
| FY 2012 | $1.51 | +6.3% |
| FY 2011 | $1.42 | +7.6% |
| FY 2010 | $1.32 | -10.8% |
| FY 2009 | $1.48 | -5.1% |
| FY 2008 | $1.56 | — |
Source: Paychex, Inc. SEC filings — income statement (10-K), split-adjusted. Computed deterministically; refreshed nightly (last updated August 2, 2026). Open PAYX 10-K filings at SEC EDGAR · Methodology · Download CSV.
How to read this history
Paychex, Inc. reported $4.89 of earnings per share for fiscal 2026. That was 6.8% higher than fiscal 2025. Compared with fiscal 2021, the change was +61.4%. Values remain missing when the cached filing does not disclose a comparable line item; they are never estimated. Stock splits, reorganizations and fiscal-calendar changes can reduce comparability.
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What is Paychex, Inc.'s earnings per share?
Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) reported earnings per share of $4.89 for fiscal year 2026, per its SEC filings.
How has Paychex, Inc.'s earnings per share changed over time?
Between fiscal 2008 and 2026, PAYX's earnings per share grew at roughly 6.6% per year (compound annual rate), from $1.56 to $4.89.
Where does this data come from?
Figures are computed from Paychex, Inc.'s official SEC filings (income statement (10-K), split-adjusted), refreshed nightly. Not investment advice.