Paychex, Inc.
Industry Group: Software & Services
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NAS:PAYX
Paychex is a leading provider of payroll, human capital management, and insurance solutions servicing small and midsize clients primarily in the United States. The company, founded in 1971, services over 745,000 clients and pays 1 in 12 US private-sector workers. Alongside its traditional payroll services, Paychex offers HCM solutions such as benefits administration and time and attendance software, as well as human resources outsourcing and insurance agency services.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Software & Services 169 out of 962
Universe
Global Universe 2558 out of 15080
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. |
14.4
Low
|
64 out of 962 |
| PayPal Holdings, Inc. |
16.4
Low
|
155 out of 962 |
| Paychex, Inc. |
16.7
Low
|
169 out of 962 |
| Fiserv, Inc. |
17.5
Low
|
202 out of 962 |
| Adyen NV |
18.1
Low
|
240 out of 962 |
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