Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX), a human capital management (HCM) company, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Paycor HCM, Inc. (NASDAQ:PYCR), a provider of HCM, payroll and talent software.

“The Paycor acquisition unites two industry leaders with unrivaled AI-enabled technology supported by world-class service and advisory capabilities,” said John Gibson, Paychex president and CEO. “Together, we are reimagining how companies address the needs of today’s workforce with the most comprehensive, flexible, and innovative HCM solutions in the industry. Our combined offerings empower leaders in organizations of any size, in any segment, and at any stage. Our customers will benefit from more choice, more expertise, and more flexibility than ever before.”

“This transaction strengthens our competitive position upmarket, unlocks new revenue opportunities, and positions us for sustainable long-term growth,” Gibson added. “Our integration strategy will prioritize accelerating sales expansion and product innovation to drive our growth. We warmly welcome the talented Paycor team and look forward to leveraging their strengths to realize the full potential of this opportunity.”

This is an all-cash acquisition of 100% of Paycor for $22.50 per share, representing approximately $4.1 billion of enterprise value.

The expected annual cost synergies are more than $80 million in fiscal 2026 and substantial revenue synergy opportunities over the next several years.