Paycom Software (FRA:0PY) EV-to-FCF: 19.63 (As of Sep. 05, 2026) — 73% Below Median

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FRA:0PY Paycom Software Inc FRA:0PY
96 GF Score
Price €199.55
GF Value €235.05
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Paycom Software EV-to-FCF?

Paycom Software FRA:0PY -3.41% 96 EV-to-FCF is 19.63 as of Sep. 05, 2026, which is 73% below its 10-year median of 72.86. GuruFocus rates FRA:0PY with a GF Score™ of 96/100 and a GF Value™ of €235.05 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,596 Software companies, Paycom Software ranks worse than 58.33% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Paycom Software's Enterprise Value is €9,655 Mil. Paycom Software's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €492 Mil. Therefore, Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF for today is 19.63.

The historical rank and industry rank for Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:0PY' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.56   Med: 72.86   Max: 210.99
Current: 19.67

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Paycom Software was 210.99. The lowest was 12.56. And the median was 72.86.

FRA:0PY's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
58.33% of 1596 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 16.3 vs FRA:0PY: 19.67

EV-to-FCF 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.

As of today (2026-09-05), Paycom Software's stock price is €199.55. Paycom Software's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €8.099. Therefore, Paycom Software's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 24.64.


Paycom Software  (FRA:0PY) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF 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:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=199.55/8.099
=24.64

Paycom Software's share price for today is €199.55.
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 €8.099.

* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Paycom Software EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Paycom Software EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF 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.

Paycom Software EV-to-FCF Chart

Paycom Software Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Paycom Software Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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FRA:0PY vs ESTC, BSY, PCOR: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Paycom Software EV-to-FCF Calculation

Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=9654.916/491.802
=19.63

Paycom Software's current Enterprise Value is €9,655 Mil.
Paycom Software's Free Cash Flow 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 €492 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 19.63 mean?
Paycom Software (FRA:0PY) has a EV-to-FCF of 19.63 as of Sep. 05, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Paycom Software and its competitors. This is 73% below median its historical median of 72.86. Over the past decade, Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.56 to 210.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Paycom Software ranks #931 out of 1596 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 58.3%.
Is Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF too high?
Paycom Software's current EV-to-FCF of 19.63 is 73% below median its 10-year median of 72.86. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.56 to a high of 210.99. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.30. Paycom Software's value of 19.63 is 20.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Paycom Software ranks #931 out of 1596 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Paycom Software has a GF Score™ of 96/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Paycom Software's EV-to-FCF compare to ESTC and BSY?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Paycom Software ranks #931 out of 1596 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Paycom Software in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 16.30. Paycom Software's value of 19.63 is 20.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Paycom Software's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 12.56 to 210.99 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 72.86 vs. the industry median of 16.30, 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-FCF for a Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 16.30, based on 1,596 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Paycom Software's current EV-to-FCF of 19.63 is 20.4% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Paycom Software and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 16.30 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Paycom Software's current EV-to-FCF is 19.63, which is 73% below median its own 10-year median of 72.86. 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 (FRA:0PY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €235.05, compared to a current price of €199.55 — trading 15.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 19.63, which is 73% below median its 10-year median of 72.86 and 20.4% above the Software industry median of 16.30. Paycom Software's overall GF Score™ is 96/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Paycom Software (FRA:0PY), the current EV-to-FCF is 19.63 as of Sep. 05, 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 (FRA:0PY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Paycom Software stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €199.55 is trading 15.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of €235.05. GuruFocus considers Paycom Software to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:0PY:

  • EV-to-FCF: 19.63 (73% below median its 10-year median of 72.86)
  • GF Value™: €235.05 vs. price of €199.55 (15.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 96/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 20.4% above the Software median (#931 of 1596)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:0PY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Paycom Software Business Description

Address 7501 W. Memorial Road, Oklahoma, OK, USA, 73142
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.
96GF Score

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