Paychex, Inc. Free Cash Flow 2008–2026
Paychex, Inc. reported $2.32B of free cash flow for fiscal 2026. That was 35.8% higher than fiscal 2025. Compared with fiscal 2021, the change was +103.3%.
| Fiscal year | Free Cash Flow | Change (YoY) |
|---|---|---|
| FY 2026 | $2.32B | +35.8% |
| FY 2025 | $1.71B | -1.6% |
| FY 2024 | $1.74B | +11.1% |
| FY 2023 | $1.56B | +7.4% |
| FY 2022 | $1.46B | +27.5% |
| FY 2021 | $1.14B | -13.1% |
| FY 2020 | $1.31B | +14.5% |
| FY 2019 | $1.15B | +2.3% |
| FY 2018 | $1.12B | +29.6% |
| FY 2017 | $866.10M | -5.9% |
| FY 2016 | $920.50M | +16.2% |
| FY 2015 | $792.40M | -0.6% |
| FY 2014 | $796.80M | +38.2% |
| FY 2013 | $576.60M | -6.5% |
| FY 2012 | $617.00M | +0.4% |
| FY 2011 | $614.80M | +11.9% |
| FY 2010 | $549.60M | -11.9% |
| FY 2009 | $624.10M | -2.8% |
| FY 2008 | $642.38M | — |
Source: Paychex, Inc. SEC filings — cash flow statement (10-K). 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 $2.32B of free cash flow for fiscal 2026. That was 35.8% higher than fiscal 2025. Compared with fiscal 2021, the change was +103.3%. 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 free cash flow?
Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) reported free cash flow of $2.32B for fiscal year 2026, per its SEC filings.
How has Paychex, Inc.'s free cash flow changed over time?
Between fiscal 2008 and 2026, PAYX's free cash flow grew at roughly 7.4% per year (compound annual rate), from $642.38M to $2.32B.
Where does this data come from?
Figures are computed from Paychex, Inc.'s official SEC filings (cash flow statement (10-K)), refreshed nightly. Not investment advice.