PAYX monthly performance report
View PAYX's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
PAYX monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Paychex (PAYX) closed November 2026 at $115.18, up 2.73% for the month and +3.69% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, PAYX is +2.67%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.03% YTD.
- The stock is trading +10.88% versus its 200-day moving average ($103.88), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, PAYX has underperformed the S&P 500 by −72.05%, with a relative strength index reading of 58.5.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
Paychex ended November 2026 at $115.18, posting a monthly return of +2.73%. The S&P 500 returned +0.19% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +2.54%.
The current quarter stands at +16.93% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +10.88% versus the 200-day moving average ($103.88).
Year-to-date, PAYX is +2.67% against SPY +11.03%, a gap of −8.35%. The stock is currently −10.00% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −46.45%.
| Period | PAYX | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.16% | −0.35% | +0.19% |
| 1 Week | −3.62% | +3.29% | −6.91% |
| 1 Month | +2.73% | +0.19% | +2.54% |
| 3 Months | −5.61% | −2.48% | −3.13% |
| 6 Months | +28.09% | +2.00% | +26.10% |
| YTD | +2.67% | +11.03% | −8.35% |
| 12 Months | +3.69% | +10.79% | −7.10% |
| 3 Years | −0.22% | +71.83% | −72.05% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2026 | +18.82% |
| #2 | Oct 2026 | +13.83% |
| #3 | Nov 2023 | +9.83% |
| #4 | Aug 2026 | +8.99% |
| #5 | Jul 2024 | +7.98% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sep 2026 | −22.65% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | −9.19% |
| #3 | Sep 2025 | −9.11% |
| #4 | Jan 2026 | −8.07% |
| #5 | Jun 2025 | −7.88% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −12.86% |
| Q4 2025 | −11.50% |
| Q1 2026 | −17.88% |
| Q2 2026 | +6.74% |
| Q3 2026 | +0.17% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +16.93% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +3.07% |
| 2024 | +17.72% |
| 2025 | −20.00% |
| 2026 | +2.67% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $127.98 (2026-09-01) |
| 52-Week Low | $85.45 (2026-04-10) |
| Current Price | $115.18 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $103.88 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +10.88% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −46.45% (2026-04-10) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −10.00% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 58.5 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −72.05% |
| RS Peak | 110 (Apr 2025) |
| RS Trough | 45.7 (May 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was PAYX's return for this report period?
PAYX returned +2.73% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-12.
Has PAYX outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD PAYX: +2.67% vs SPY: +11.03%.
What is PAYX's 12-month return?
+3.69% over the trailing 12 months.
Is PAYX above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +10.88% versus 200DMA ($103.88).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−46.45% on 2026-04-10.