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Paycom SoftwarePAYC -2.46%84 EV-to-OCF is 13.25 as of Aug. 16, 2026, which is 68% below its 10-year median of 41.98. GuruFocus rates PAYC with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $268.30 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,877 Software companies, Paycom Software ranks worse than 67.12% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Paycom Software's Enterprise Value is $10,616 Mil.
Paycom Software's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $802 Mil. Therefore, Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF for today is 13.25.
The historical rank and industry rank for Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
PAYC'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.91 Med: 41.98 Max: 120.44
Current: 13.25
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Paycom Software was 120.44. The lowest was 8.91. And the median was 41.98.
PAYC's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 67.12% of 2877
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 7.08
vs PAYC: 13.25
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Paycom Software's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Paycom Software's share price for today is $218.13.
Paycom Software's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $9.410.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Paycom Software EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Paycom Software EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Software - Application subindustry, Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Paycom Software EV-to-OCF vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Paycom Software's current Enterprise Value is $10,616 Mil.
Paycom Software's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $802 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Paycom Software (PAYC) has a EV-to-OCF of 13.25 as of Aug. 16, 2026. This is 68% below median its historical median of 41.98. Over the past decade, Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.91 to 120.44. According to the industry distribution chart, Paycom Software ranks #1931 out of 2877 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 67.1%.
Is Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF too high?
Paycom Software's current EV-to-OCF of 13.25 is 68% below median its 10-year median of 41.98. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.91 to a high of 120.44. The Software industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.08. Paycom Software's value of 13.25 is 87.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Paycom Software ranks #1931 out of 2877 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Paycom Software has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Paycom Software's EV-to-OCF compare to TTAN and PCTY?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Paycom Software ranks #1931 out of 2877 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Paycom Software in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.08. Paycom Software's value of 13.25 is 87.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Paycom Software's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 8.91 to 120.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 41.98 vs. the industry median of 7.08, Paycom Software has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Software company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Software companies is 7.08, based on 2,877 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Paycom Software's current EV-to-OCF of 13.25 is 87.1% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.08 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Paycom Software's current EV-to-OCF is 13.25, which is 68% below median its own 10-year median of 41.98. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Paycom Software stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paycom Software (PAYC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $268.30, compared to a current price of $218.13 — trading 18.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 13.25, which is 68% below median its 10-year median of 41.98 and 87.1% above the Software industry median of 7.08. Paycom Software's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Paycom Software (PAYC), the current EV-to-OCF is 13.25 as of Aug. 16, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Paycom Software (PAYC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paycom Software stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $218.13 is trading 18.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $268.30.
GuruFocus considers Paycom Software to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for PAYC:
EV-to-OCF: 13.25 (68% below median its 10-year median of 41.98)
GF Value™: $268.30 vs. price of $218.13 (18.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 87.1% above the Software median (#1931 of 2877)
No single metric tells the full story. See the PAYC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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 services businesses of all sizes within the United States and internationally. The company primarily generates revenue through the sale of subscriptions providing access to its HCM platform. To a lesser extent, the company also generates revenue from implementation services provided to customers as well as interest income generated from customer funds. As of fiscal 2024, the company serviced slightly over 37,500 customers and stored data on over 7 million employees.
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