Why is PAYC Down Today?

PAYC
$221.17
▼ -2.77% ($-6.13)
Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:36 PM ET (396 min ago)

About PAYCOM SOFTWARE, INC.

Founded in 1998, Paycom is a human capital management software-as-a-service provider addressing customer requirements surrounding payroll, talent acquisition, talent management, HR management, as well as time and labor. The company primarily services midsize businesses within the United States, targ...

Sector: SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE
Market Cap: $11.21B
Forward P/E: 16.0
52-Week Range: $104.90 - $244.98
Employees: 7,306

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE sector is down 1.7% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.3x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE sector: -1.7%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

PAYC is significantly underperforming the market (-3.5% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.74%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+1.02%
PAYC
This Stock
-2.77%
vs S&P 500: -3.51%
vs Nasdaq: -3.79%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, PAYC is expected to trade between:
$214.53 - $225.59

Key Level to Watch

$210.11 support
Watch for breakdown below $221.17

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Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:36 PM (396 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
0.97
Put/Call Ratio
77.5%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 1,979
Put Volume: 1,928
Total: 3,907

Historical Context

PAYC has moved more than 3.0% down on 29 occasions in the past year.

55.2%
Continuation Rate
16/29 times continued down
-0.24%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 08, 2026 (-5.4%) → Next day: -1.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is PAYC stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE sector is down 1.7% on average.

Is PAYC stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, PAYC shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the PAYC stock price target?

PAYC is currently trading at $221.17. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $214.53 - $225.59. See long-term price prediction →

Will PAYC stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that PAYC's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $210.11 (support).

Is PAYC stock oversold or overbought?

PAYC's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 51.1. This shows bullish momentum - the stock has positive momentum but isn't overextended yet.

What is the momentum for PAYC stock?

PAYC's 10-day momentum indicator is at -5.29. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is PAYC outperforming or underperforming the market?

PAYC (-2.77%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-3.5% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.74%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 1.02%.

What does MACD indicate for PAYC?

PAYC's MACD (1.84) is currently below the signal line (3.39), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 28.4) is strong.

Is PAYC in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, PAYC is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $222.5, 50-day SMA: $213.24.

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