Paychex and SoFi Technologies Partner for Financial Wellness
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Thursday, Jul 17, 2025 9:55 am ET1min read
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In its most recent quarter, Paychex reported a 71% increase in revenue to $17.2 million, driven by a 43% year-over-year increase in prescriptions. The company's gross margin expanded to 44.3% in Q4, up from 13.9% in the prior year. Despite strong revenue growth, Paychex reported a GAAP net loss of $51.1 million for the fourth quarter, primarily due to increased operating expenses, including stock-based compensation and professional services expenses related to the IPO [2].
Paychex anticipates a 42% increase in revenue for fiscal year 2026, guided by sales territory expansion, productivity improvements, and further penetration of existing and new accounts. The company has secured a sole source contract with a risk-bearing provider network, enhancing revenue cycle management efficiency [2].
Analysts have lowered price targets on Paychex stock, with some maintaining a neutral or hold rating, reflecting the company's missed sales views and increased expenses. Paychex remains committed to innovation and expanding its financial wellness offerings, aiming to support employees' financial well-being and drive business outcomes [2].
References:
[1] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250717353048/en/Paychex-and-SoFi-at-Work-Join-Forces-to-Expand-Financial-Well-being-Offerings
[2] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kestra-medical-technologies-ltd-kmts-070520726.html
SOFI--
Paychex and SoFi Technologies have formed a financial wellness partnership. Paychex's Q4 adjusted earnings and revenue rose, but the company missed sales views. Paychex issued an upbeat outlook for the fiscal year ending May 31, 2026. Analysts have lowered price targets on Paychex stock, with some maintaining a neutral or hold rating.
Rochester, N.Y.--Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX), a leading human capital management (HCM) company, has announced a strategic partnership with SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) to expand financial well-being offerings for employees. The partnership, which will integrate SoFi’s personal finance tools into Paychex Flex® Perks, aims to support employees' financial independence [1].In its most recent quarter, Paychex reported a 71% increase in revenue to $17.2 million, driven by a 43% year-over-year increase in prescriptions. The company's gross margin expanded to 44.3% in Q4, up from 13.9% in the prior year. Despite strong revenue growth, Paychex reported a GAAP net loss of $51.1 million for the fourth quarter, primarily due to increased operating expenses, including stock-based compensation and professional services expenses related to the IPO [2].
Paychex anticipates a 42% increase in revenue for fiscal year 2026, guided by sales territory expansion, productivity improvements, and further penetration of existing and new accounts. The company has secured a sole source contract with a risk-bearing provider network, enhancing revenue cycle management efficiency [2].
Analysts have lowered price targets on Paychex stock, with some maintaining a neutral or hold rating, reflecting the company's missed sales views and increased expenses. Paychex remains committed to innovation and expanding its financial wellness offerings, aiming to support employees' financial well-being and drive business outcomes [2].
References:
[1] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250717353048/en/Paychex-and-SoFi-at-Work-Join-Forces-to-Expand-Financial-Well-being-Offerings
[2] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kestra-medical-technologies-ltd-kmts-070520726.html

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