Paymentus (PAY) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$34.01
-0.11 (-0.32%)
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5d:
+1.55%
30d:
+6.71%
90d:
-19.39%
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Updated Nov 11, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (43%)
Quality Score
43/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$31.43 – $33.65
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
31.2x
FAIR
vs 30.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$41.17
+21.0% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$30.24 / $35.26
Trend: Sideways
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$42.88
Based on 9.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$26.63
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: PAY is currently trading at $34.01, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.43 to $33.65. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 31.2) is in line with its historical norms (30.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAY is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $30.24, while resistance sits at $35.26.
Market Sentiment: PAY scores 25/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $41.17 (+21.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, PAY is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $30.24, while resistance sits at $35.26.
Market Sentiment: PAY scores 25/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $41.17 (+21.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$31.43 -
$33.65
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
43.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$31.43 -
$33.65
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$2.30
(6.8%)
Support Level
$30.24
Resistance Level
$35.26
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 21.0% below Wall St target ($41.17)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.8% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 43/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
31.18
Wall Street Target
$41.17
(+21.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
50.0%
Profit Margin
6.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.8% premium
PE vs Historical
31.2 vs 30.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$34.28
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$34.56
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$34.83
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 31→30)
PE COMPRESSION
$33.96
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 31.2, Growth: 15.1%)
$51.90
(+53%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 15.1%)
$33.05
(-3%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 15.1%)
$28.09
(-17%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (47x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (31x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 46.74 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.73
Bull Case
$56.07
(+65%)
Analyst growth 49.4%, PE expands to 51.4
Base Case
$50.97
(+50%)
Market implied 49.4%, PE stable at 46.7
Bear Case
$23.20
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 39.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
3 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
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Last Tracked
Nov 3, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Paymentus (NYSE:PAY) reported strong Q3 2026 earnings, beating revenue and EPS estimates, and providing a revenue guidance for Q4 2026. The company's revenue grew 19.8% year-on-year to $372.2 million, and its non-GAAP profit of $0.25 per share was 18.6% above analysts' consensus estimates.
Key Retail Themes:
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