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Paylocity
🇺🇸 NASDAQ:PCTY
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Dec 31, 2024

Paylocity Q2 2025 Earnings Report

Key Takeaways

Paylocity reported strong financial results for Q2 FY25, with total revenue reaching $377.0 million, a 16% increase year-over-year. Recurring & other revenue grew 17% to $347.7 million. Net income was $37.5 million, and GAAP EPS stood at $0.66. Operating income decreased slightly to $46.6 million. The company raised its revenue and profitability guidance for FY25.

Total Revenue
$377M
Previous year: $326M
+15.5%
EPS
$1.52
Previous year: $1.49
+2.0%
Adjusted EBITDA
$126M
Adj. EBITDA Ex-Interest
$96.9M
Cash Flow from Operations
$146M
Gross Profit
$247M
Previous year: $219M
+12.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$482M
Previous year: $367M
+31.5%
Free Cash Flow
$51.2M
Previous year: $72.4M
-29.3%
Total Assets
$5.29B
Previous year: $4.49B
+17.8%

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Paylocity Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Paylocity expects continued revenue and EBITDA growth in Q3 and FY25, supported by strong client adoption and operational efficiencies.

Positive Outlook

  • Projected Q3 FY25 revenue growth of 10% YoY to $439M-$444M.
  • Recurring & other revenue expected to grow 12% YoY in Q3.
  • FY25 total revenue guidance raised to $1.558B-$1.568B, up 11% YoY.
  • Adjusted EBITDA for FY25 forecasted between $542M-$550M.
  • Product expansion with Benefits Decision Support and Headcount Planning increasing max PEPY to $600.

Challenges Ahead

  • Operating income declined slightly YoY despite revenue growth.
  • GAAP net income remained flat compared to Q2 FY24.
  • Interest expense increased due to recent acquisitions.
  • Macroeconomic uncertainties could impact client spending.
  • Higher expenses in R&D and marketing may impact margins.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income