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Mar 31

Paylocity Q3 2025 Earnings Report

Paylocity reported solid Q3 results with double-digit revenue growth and increased profitability.

Key Takeaways

Paylocity delivered a strong Q3 2025, with total revenue reaching $454.5M and net income climbing to $91.5M. The company benefited from a growing broker referral network and continued product demand, while executing share repurchases and maintaining healthy cash reserves.

Total Revenue
$455M
Previous year: $401M
+13.3%
EPS
$2.43
Previous year: $2.21
+10.0%
Adjusted EBITDA
$197M
Previous year: $168M
+17.4%
Adj. EBITDA excl. interest
$164M
Previous year: $133M
+22.6%
Diluted Avg. Shares
56.78M
Gross Profit
$325M
Previous year: $283M
+14.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$478M
Previous year: $493M
-3.0%
Free Cash Flow
$278M
Previous year: $162M
+71.9%

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Forward Guidance

Paylocity expects continued revenue growth and strong margins in Q4 2025 and for the full fiscal year, supported by healthy demand and client expansion.

Positive Outlook

  • Q4 total revenue expected between $385.5M and $390.5M
  • Q4 recurring revenue expected between $358.1M and $363.1M
  • FY25 revenue guidance raised to $1.580B–$1.585B
  • FY25 adjusted EBITDA projected between $571M and $575M
  • Broker referrals remain over 25% of new business

Challenges Ahead

  • Interest income on client funds expected to decline
  • Some macroeconomic uncertainty could impact client growth
  • Pressure on margins due to investments in broker channel
  • Higher operating expenses due to recent acquisition
  • Limited detail on geographic performance or new market risks