Paychex Q3 2022 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Paychex reported a strong third quarter with double-digit growth in both revenue and earnings, driven by progress against key initiatives and a record quarter for new sales revenue. The company is focused on helping businesses navigate the complex HR landscape with its technology solutions.
Revenue climbed 15% due to strong sales performance and high levels of client retention.
Diluted earnings per share increased 23% as a result of double-digit revenue growth.
Management Solutions revenue increased by 13%, driven by growth in client bases and enhanced price realization.
PEO and Insurance Solutions revenue increased by 21%, primarily due to the increase in average worksite employees and growth in average wages per worksite employee.
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Forward Guidance
Paychex updated its fiscal year 2022 guidance, incorporating current assumptions and market conditions, with anticipated growth in revenue and adjusted diluted earnings per share.
Positive Outlook
- Management Solutions revenue is now anticipated to grow in the range of 12% to 13%.
- PEO and Insurance Solutions revenue is now anticipated to grow in the range of 13% to 14%.
- Total revenue is now anticipated to grow in the range of 12% to 13%.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin is anticipated to be in the range of 44% to 45%.
- Adjusted diluted earnings per share is now anticipated to grow in the range of 22.5% to 23%.
Challenges Ahead
- Changes in the macroeconomic environment could alter the guidance.
- Adjusted operating margin is anticipated to be approximately 40%.
- Other expense, net is now anticipated to be approximately $15 million.
- The effective income tax rate for fiscal 2022 is anticipated to be approximately 24%.
- Unspecified aspects of guidance for fiscal 2022 remain unchanged from what was provided previously.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income