PAYX Reports Q4 Earnings, Emphasizes AI Initiatives and Stable Fiscal 2027 Outlook

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**Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) reported its fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings, revealing adjusted EPS of $1.32, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.31 by 0.8%. The company generated revenues of $1.61 billion, slightly exceeding expectations of $1.6 billion, marking a 12% year-over-year increase. Management highlighted a strong exit from fiscal 2026 with improved sales momentum and nearly doubled organic growth rate to approximately 6%.**

**The company also emphasized the impact of its AI-powered WISE engine, which now supports around 600 AI features, helping automate various operational tasks. Looking ahead, Paychex projected a revenue growth of 5% to 6% for fiscal 2027, with adjusted EPS expected to rise 7% to 9%. Overall, the management positioned fiscal 2027 as a year for steady growth and broader monetization of available assets.**

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