Paylocity Holdng (PCTY)vsShopify Inc (SHOP)
PCTY
Paylocity Holdng
$109.60
+1.19%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.89B
SHOP
Shopify Inc
$118.42
+1.95%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $151.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Shopify Inc generates 588% more annual revenue ($11.56B vs $1.68B). PCTY leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs 10.6%. PCTY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.27. PCTY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
PCTY
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
SHOP
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+42.5%
Fair Value
$187.20
Current Price
$109.60
$77.60 discount
Margin of Safety
-1729.9%
Fair Value
$6.39
Current Price
$118.42
$112.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 133.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Revenue surging 28.2% year-over-year
Revenue surging 30.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 11.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PCTY
The strongest argument for PCTY centers on EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SHOP
The strongest argument for SHOP centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 30.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : PCTY
The primary concerns for PCTY are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SHOP
The primary concerns for SHOP are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 123.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHOP carries more volatility with a beta of 2.90 — expect wider price swings.
SHOP is growing revenue faster at 30.6% — sustainability is the question.
SHOP generates stronger free cash flow (715M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
PCTY scores higher overall (66/100 vs 48/100) and 28.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Paylocity Holdng
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Paylocity Holding Corporation provides cloud-based payroll and human capital management software solutions for midsize organizations in the United States. The company is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Shopify Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Shopify Inc., a commerce company, offers a commerce and service platform in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Latin America, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.
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