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PCTY P/E Ratio Analysis

20.9x

Updated 806h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A P/E ratio of 20.9x means investors pay $20.90 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings.

Sector Performance

45th percentile

PCTY

20.9x

Sector Median

22.9x

Sector Avg

34.3x

Prior Period

22.0x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A P/E ratio of 20.9x means investors pay $20.90 for every $1 of the company's annual earnings.

This sits below the sector median of 22.9x, placing PCTY at the 45th percentile among peers, which indicates it is modestly cheaper than a typical sector stock. Trend data is unavailable: there is no year-over-year change, quarter-over-quarter change, or history beyond the current reading, so no directional signal can be drawn. The combination of an average-ish valuation with no observable momentum implies limited re-rating pressure in either direction. This supports the NEUTRAL overall verdict, as the multiple does not signal clear undervaluation or overvaluation relative to earnings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about PCTY?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.