Over the last several years, almost everything that could go wrong has gone wrong for Paycom (NYSE:PAYC). Since late 2021, the company's revenue and earnings have decelerated, and it has gone from one of the most attractive growth
Navigating The Uncertainties Of Investing In Paycom: The Unresolved Risks And Potential Upside
Summary
- Paycom's revenue growth slowed, partly due to Beti's impact on cross-selling and partly due to the economic slowdown.
- The company faces stiff competition and threats from AI, possibly impacting its growth prospects.
- Despite the stock dropping around 70% from its highs, it may still be overvalued if revenue growth fails to rebound.
- It is counting on client demand for human capital management automation and international expansion to boost revenue growth.
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