PAYTechnology · Software - InfrastructureThe 7 Wall Street analysts covering Paymentus Holdings, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $40 — -4.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 64 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Paymentus Holdings, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Quality (96): The business earns solid, repeatable profits on what it owns.
Accruals (15): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs quant trader with fourteen years in markets.
The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on PAY, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits −4.4% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 4 moved their price target up and 0 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Aug 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Neutral | $34 → $38 |
| 4 Aug 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Neutral | $32 → $40 |
| 30 July 2026 | Baird | Downgrade | Neutral | $34 |
| 5 May 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 5 May 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | $30 → $34 |
| 5 May 2026 | Wedbush | Maintains | Outperform | $32 → $36 |
| 5 May 2026 | Wedbush | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Wedbush | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 4 Dec 2025 | Freedom Capital Markets | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 4 Dec 2025 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 22 July 2025 | Wolfe Research | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 14 July 2025 | Raymond James | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 4 June 2025 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 7 May 2025 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 6 May 2025 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 6 May 2025 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 6 May 2025 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 4 Apr 2025 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 13 Mar 2025 | Baird | Maintains | Outperform | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. PAY appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 12% of US stocks
Cheaper than 33% of US stocks
Cheaper than 13% of US stocks
Cheaper than 6% of US stocks
Higher than 78% of US stocks
Higher than 81% of US stocks
Higher than 30% of US stocks
Higher than 62% of US stocks
Higher than 63% of US stocks
Higher than 74% of US stocks
Higher than 92% of US stocks
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.
The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own Paymentus Holdings, Inc. — and when they’d sell — is the membership. See the Ticker Nerd 20 →
Paymentus Holdings, Inc. (PAY) experienced a "golden cross" event, where its 50-day simple moving average broke above its 200-day simple moving average after reaching an important support level.
Why it matters — A golden cross is a technical indicator that some traders view as a bullish signal, potentially attracting increased attention to PAY shares.
Zacks Investment Research highlighted Paymentus (PAY) as well positioned to outperform the market due to above-average growth in its financials.
Why it matters — PAY watchers would care because the piece reinforces the company's growth profile, which could influence investor perception of its market performance potential.
Paymentus (PAY) shares have begun to gain, and rising earnings estimate revisions suggest the stock may continue moving higher in the near term, according to Zacks Investment Research.
Why it matters — A PAY watcher would care because solid upward earnings estimate revisions signal improving analyst expectations for the company's near-term performance.
Seeking Alpha published a transcript of Paymentus Holdings, Inc.'s Q2 2026 earnings call. The item consists solely of the transcript's headline and contains no additional commentary or results.
Why it matters — A PAY watcher would care because the transcript is a primary source for detail on the company's second-quarter 2026 performance and management commentary.
Paymentus posted record revenue in the second quarter, according to founder and CEO Dushyant Sharma during an Aug. 3 earnings call. He attributed the performance to service providers seeking to secure customer loyalty by delivering a satisfying billing experience.
Why it matters — A PAY watcher would care because record quarterly revenue signals strong and growing demand for Paymentus's bill-payment solutions amid businesses' push for smoother customer billing experiences.
The 7 Wall Street analysts covering Paymentus Holdings, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $40, with estimates ranging from $36 to $45. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 7 analysts covering Paymentus Holdings, Inc., 4 rate it a Buy, 3 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Paymentus Holdings, Inc. 64 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Paymentus Holdings, Inc. ranks 64 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Quality (96 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 7 analysts implies -4.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Paymentus Holdings, Inc. 64 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Paymentus Holdings, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for PAY are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $36 to $45 over the next 12 months.
Paymentus Holdings, Inc. returned +12.3% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Paymentus Holdings Inc. provides innovative cloud-based bill payment technology that facilitates the seamless processing of bills and invoice payments for consumers and businesses.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 13 Aug 2026): "Paymentus (PAY) Just Flashed Golden Cross Signal: Do You Buy?". Paymentus Holdings, Inc. (PAY) experienced a "golden cross" event, where its 50-day simple moving average broke above its 200-day simple moving average after reaching an important support level.
Paymentus Holdings Inc. provides innovative cloud-based bill payment technology that facilitates the seamless processing of bills and invoice payments for consumers and businesses. The company primarily focuses on delivering a comprehensive payment experience that integrates real-time payment processing, automated communications, and robust security features. It serves a diverse range of industries including utilities, financial services, insurance, healthcare, and government sectors. The platform supports multiple payment methods, including digital wallets, credit and debit cards, and electronic checks, enhancing accessibility and convenience for users. Since its inception, Paymentus has positioned itself as a key enabler of digital payments transformation, aiding in the advancement of contactless and paperless transactions. By partnering with banks, businesses, and technology providers, Paymentus plays a significant role in the financial markets by streamlining payment processes, reducing operational costs, and improving customer satisfaction through reliable and efficient payment solutions.
CEO Mr. Dushyant Sharma · 1,340 employees · United States · https://www.paymentus.com