Paychex, Inc. announced its fiscal first‑quarter 2026 results on October 2, 2025. Total revenue rose 17% to $1.54 billion, while operating income fell 1% to $541.9 million. Adjusted operating income grew 15% to $626.7 million.
Diluted earnings per share declined 10% to $1.06, compared with $1.18 a year earlier, but adjusted diluted EPS increased 5% to $1.22. Net income fell to $383.8 million from $427.4 million, whereas adjusted net income rose to $440.8 million. The company’s operating margin slipped to 35.2% from 41.5%.
The results reflect continued revenue momentum driven by the Paycor integration, but higher expenses and a decline in earnings per share highlight the impact of integration costs and higher interest expense. The company’s adjusted metrics show a 15% rise in operating income and a 5% increase in adjusted EPS, underscoring the resilience of its core business. Investors will watch how Paychex balances growth with cost control in the coming quarters.
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