SCHAUMBURG, Ill., July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Paylocity Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: PCTY), a leading provider of cloud-based HR, payroll, and spend management software solutions, today announced that it has scheduled a conference call to review its fourth quarter and fiscal 2025 results on Tuesday, August 5th at 4:00 pm Central Time (5:00 pm Eastern Time). A live webcast of the call will be available on the “Investor Relations” page of the Company’s website at https://investors.paylocity.com/. To acc ...

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Summary of Paylocity Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Paylocity - **Industry**: Payroll, Human Capital Management (HCM), and Spend Management Software - **Market Focus**: Companies with 10 to 5,000 employees - **Client Base**: Approximately 40,000 clients with an average of 50 employees each - **Financial Performance**: - IPO Revenue: $100 million - Current Revenue: Approximately $1.6 billion for the fiscal year - Adjusted EBITDA Margins: Over 35% - Free Cash Flow Margins: Over 20% - Recurring Revenue Growth: Approximately 14% this fiscal year [4][5][6] Market Opportunity and Competitive Landscape - **Market Size**: Over 1 million businesses in the U.S. fit the target employee size, indicating significant growth potential with only a few percentage points of market penetration achieved [6][7]. - **Competitive Differentiation**: - Focus on product investment and modern HCM solutions - Unique offerings such as community features, premium video, market pay, and recognition and rewards [10][11]. - **Client Acquisition Strategy**: Increased average revenue per client through upselling and expanding product offerings [7][32]. Recent Developments - **Acquisition of Airbase**: - Aimed at expanding into the office of the CFO and enhancing spend management capabilities - Integration expected to take 12 to 18 months, with positive early feedback from clients [20][27]. - **Sales Strategy**: - Focus on both new client acquisition and upselling existing clients - Increased success in the enterprise market segment (clients with 500 to 5,000 employees) due to dedicated sales teams [35][36]. Macro Environment - **Current Economic Conditions**: Described as stable, with no significant impact from recent tariff announcements observed in client demand or workforce levels [15][16]. - **Guidance Philosophy**: Prudent and reasonable guidance with expectations to beat and raise throughout the year, while being cautious of macroeconomic uncertainties [19]. AI and Technology Integration - **AI Utilization**: - AI integrated across nearly all products to enhance automation, improve workflows, and provide better client experiences - Focus on using AI for intelligent scheduling, learning management, and employee inquiries [54][55]. - **Future AI Strategy**: Continued investment in AI to drive efficiencies and improve client retention and win rates [56][57]. Capital Allocation and Financial Strategy - **Share Repurchase Program**: $500 million authorization with $300 million repurchased over the last 13 months, aimed at reducing diluted share count [62]. - **Focus on M&A**: Willingness to pursue acquisitions that enhance product offerings and market reach, while maintaining a strong balance sheet [63]. Long-term Outlook - **Growth Potential**: - Targeting $2 billion in revenue within a few years, with aspirations to reach $3 billion through expanded product offerings and cross-selling opportunities [31]. - **Market Positioning**: Strong confidence in the integration of Airbase and the overall execution strategy leading into fiscal year 2026 [65][66]. Key Takeaways - Paylocity is well-positioned in a large and growing market with a strong financial profile and competitive differentiation through product innovation - The recent acquisition of Airbase is expected to enhance growth opportunities in the office of the CFO - The company is leveraging AI to improve operational efficiencies and client experiences, which is seen as a long-term growth driver - A consistent focus on capital allocation strategies, including share repurchases and potential acquisitions, supports ongoing growth initiatives.

Core Insights - Paylocity Holding Corporation reported solid financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, with recurring revenue growth of 15% and total revenue growth of 13% compared to the same period in the previous year [2][8][4]. Financial Performance - Total revenue for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $454.5 million, an increase of 13% year-over-year [8]. - Recurring and other revenue reached $421.1 million, reflecting a 15% increase from the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 [8]. - GAAP operating income was $127.0 million, up from $106.3 million in the same quarter of the previous year [3]. - Non-GAAP operating income increased to $172.7 million from $145.9 million year-over-year [3][4]. - GAAP net income for the third quarter was $91.5 million, or $1.61 per share, compared to $85.3 million, or $1.50 per share, in the prior year [4]. Cash Flow and Balance Sheet - Cash and cash equivalents totaled $477.8 million as of March 31, 2025 [9]. - Long-term debt stood at $243.8 million, with approximately $81.3 million repaid during the third quarter [9]. - Cash flow from operations for the first nine months of fiscal year 2025 was $331.7 million, compared to $304.7 million for the same period in fiscal year 2024 [9]. Business Outlook - For the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, recurring and other revenue is expected to be in the range of $358.1 million to $363.1 million, representing approximately 11% growth over the same quarter in fiscal year 2024 [17]. - Total revenue guidance for the fourth quarter is projected to be between $385.5 million and $390.5 million, indicating approximately 9% growth year-over-year [17]. - For the full fiscal year 2025, recurring and other revenue is anticipated to be between $1.460 billion and $1.465 billion, reflecting approximately 14% growth compared to fiscal year 2024 [17].