PYCR vs. PAYC

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

PYCR (Paycor HCM, Inc.) and PAYC (Paycom Software, Inc.) are both stocks. Both operate in the Software - Application industry within the Technology sector. A 0.55 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined.

Performance

PYCR vs. PAYC - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Paycor HCM, Inc. (PYCR) and Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

PYCR

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

PAYC

• 1D: 0.39%
• 1M: 9.21%
• YTD: -13.17%
• 6M: -16.50%
• 1Y: -47.37%
• 3Y*: -22.89%
• 5Y*: -15.22%
• 10Y*: 13.07%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

PYCR vs. PAYC - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
PYCR Paycor HCM, Inc.	0.00%	21.11%	-13.99%	-11.77%	-15.06%	10.60%
PAYC Paycom Software, Inc.	-13.17%	-21.70%	-0.04%	-33.06%	-25.26%	8.40%

Correlation

The correlation between PYCR and PAYC is 0.55, which is moderate. They share some common price drivers but move independently often enough to provide real diversification benefit when combined.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.36
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jul 22, 2021	0.55

The correlation between PYCR and PAYC shifts across timeframes, from 0.36 (3 years) to 0.55 (all time), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Total Revenue (TTM) PYCR : $699.73M PAYC : $2.09B
Gross Profit (TTM) PYCR : $418.20M PAYC : $1.70B
EBITDA (TTM) PYCR : $122.79M PAYC : $803.80M

Return for Risk

PYCR vs. PAYC — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

PAYC

PAYC Risk / Return Rank: 6
PAYC Sharpe Ratio Rank: 2
PAYC Sortino Ratio Rank: 3
PAYC Omega Ratio Rank: 4
PAYC Calmar Ratio Rank: 10
PAYC Martin Ratio Rank: 13

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

PYCR vs. PAYC - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Paycor HCM, Inc. (PYCR) and Paycom Software, Inc. (PAYC). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	PYCR	PAYC	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	-1.26	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	-0.34	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.29	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.44	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	PYCR	PAYC	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-78.99%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-56.97%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-68.70%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-78.99%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-78.99%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-74.48%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-26.91%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	37.68%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	PYCR	PAYC	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	14.93%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	29.90%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	37.73%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	44.47%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	44.49%	—

Dividends

PYCR vs. PAYC - Dividend Comparison

PYCR has not paid dividends to shareholders, while PAYC's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.09%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023
PAYC Paycom Software, Inc.	1.09%	0.94%	0.73%	0.54%
PYCR Paycor HCM, Inc.	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both PYCR and PAYC in my portfolio?

PYCR and PAYC have a correlation of 0.55, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.