Automatic Data Processing Inc (ADP)

Currency in USD
303.83
-0.33(-0.11%)
Real-time Data·
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Fair Value
Day's Range
302.63306.04
52 wk Range
188.16309.40
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
304.16
Open
304.44
Day's Range
302.63-306.04
52 wk Range
188.16-309.4
Volume
239.83K
Average Volume (3m)
2.17M
1-Year Change
8.1476%
Book Value / Share
15.09
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
290.40
Downside
-4.42%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Impressive gross profit margins
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Buy
Technical Indicators
Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Analyst Ratings

4 Buy
11 Hold
3 Sell
Ratings:
18 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 290.40
(-4.42% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Guggenheim
Buy340.00+11.98%300.00MaintainOct 23, 2026
Cantor Fitzgerald
Buy310.00+2.10%295.00MaintainAug 03, 2026
Stifel
Hold285.00-6.14%-MaintainAug 03, 2026
BMO Capital
Hold305.00+0.45%248.00MaintainJul 30, 2026
JPMorgan
Sell280.00-7.78%275.00MaintainJul 30, 2026

Automatic Data Processing Inc SWOT Analysis


Market Dominance
Explore ADP's robust position in human capital management, with strong bookings growth and high client retention rates driving its market leadership.
Strategic Expansion
Delve into ADP's acquisition of WorkForce Software and investments in GenAI, positioning the company for enhanced global enterprise HCM offerings.
Financial Resilience
Discover how ADP maintains margin momentum and projects 4.5-5.5% revenue growth for FY2025, despite increased strategic investments.
Analyst Outlook
Analyst price targets range from $267 to $315, reflecting confidence in ADP's growth potential amid economic uncertainties.
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Automatic Data Processing Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2026

  • ADP beat Q4 estimates with adjusted EPS of $2.64 vs. $2.59 expected; revenue rose 7% to $5.48B, shares jumped 3.4% in premarket trading.
  • Full-year fiscal 2026 revenue reached $21.9B, up 7%; adjusted EBIT margin expanded 140 bps in Q4 and 80 bps for the year on AI-driven efficiency.
  • Company forecasts fiscal 2027 revenue growth of 5-6%, slower than 2026's 7%, citing Workforce Software acquisition anniversary and FX headwinds.
  • Management expects adjusted EPS growth of 9-11% and margin expansion of 70-90 bps in fiscal 2027, driven by AI tools like ADP Assist and The Zone.
  • CEO Maria Black stated AI is reshaping work rather than eliminating jobs; CFO noted company is in 'early innings' of realizing AI efficiency benefits.
Last Updated: 29/07/2026, 14:48
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Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 29, 2026
EPS / Forecast
2.64 / 2.59
Revenue / Forecast
5.48B / 5.44B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 10.97
Dividend Yield
2.24%
Industry Median 1.31%
Annualised payout
6.80
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+12.41%
Growth Streak

ADP Income Statement

Compare ADP to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
ADP
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
27.3x43.2x11.2x
PEG Ratio
2.842.330.03
Price/Book
20.0x18.0x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
5.5x5.9x1.1x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−4.5%−0.6%36.7%
Fair Value Upside
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Automatic Data Processing, Inc. provides cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions worldwide. It operates in two segments, Employer Services and Professional Employer Organization (PEO). The Employer Services segment offers strategic, cloud-based platforms, and human resources (HR) outsourcing solutions. This segment’s offerings include RUN Powered by ADP, a software platform for small business payroll, HR, and compliance; ADP Workforce Now, a HCM solution used across mid-sized and large businesses to manage employees; and ADP Lyric HCM, a solution for HR management, payroll, workforce management, talent, and data analytics. Its PEO Services segment provides HR outsourcing solutions under ADP TotalSource name to businesses through a co-employment model. This segment also provides guidance, user-friendly technology, comprehensive employee benefits, and a risk management, safety, and workers’ compensation program. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
180.12M45.46%54.79B
Other Institutional Investors
181.23M45.74%55.12B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
34.90M8.81%10.61B
Total
396.25M100.00%120.52B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.9.12%36,156,41510,997,335
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC7.16%28,359,5698,625,847

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FAQ

What Is the ADP (ADP) Stock Price Today?

The ADP stock price today is 303.83 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does ADP Trade On?

ADP is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for ADP?

The stock symbol for ADP is "ADP."

What Is the ADP Market Cap?

As of today, ADP market cap is 120.35B USD.

What Is ADP's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The ADP EPS (TTM) is 10.97.

When Is the Next ADP Earnings Date?

ADP will release its next earnings report on Oct 28, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is ADP a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has ADP Stock Split?

ADP has split 7 times.

How Many Employees Does ADP Have?

ADP has 67000 employees.

What is the current trading status of ADP (ADP)?

As of Oct 26, 2026, ADP (ADP) is trading at a price of 303.83 USD, with a previous close of 304.16 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 302.63 USD to 306.04 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 188.16 USD to 309.40 USD.

What Is ADP (ADP) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for ADP is 290.40 USD, with a high estimate of 340 USD and a low estimate of 225 USD. 4 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 3 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an -4.42% Downside potential.

What Is the ADP Premarket Price?

ADP's last pre-market stock price is 304.25 USD. The pre-market share volume is 4,450.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.09, or 0.03%.
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