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Automatic Data Processing (ADP) Stock Price, News & Analysis

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$311.53 +3.13 (+1.01%)
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About Automatic Data Processing Stock (NASDAQ:ADP)

Key Stats

Today's Range
$307.30
$311.84
50-Day Range
$291.76
$326.81
52-Week Range
$231.27
$329.93
Volume
544,170 shs
Average Volume
1.71 million shs
Market Capitalization
$126.46 billion
P/E Ratio
31.88
Dividend Yield
1.98%
Price Target
$307.08
Consensus Rating
Hold

Company Overview

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADP) is a leading global provider of human capital management (HCM) solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of products and services designed to streamline payroll, talent management, benefits administration, and workforce analytics. Founded in 1949 and headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey, ADP has grown from a regional payroll processor into a diversified technology company serving organizations of all sizes. The company’s early adoption of computerized payroll processing set the stage for decades of innovation in automating complex administrative tasks for employers.

ADP’s core offerings include payroll processing, time and attendance tracking, talent acquisition and development tools, benefits management, and retirement services. Its cloud-based platforms enable businesses to manage the entire employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to performance reviews and offboarding—through a unified interface. The company also provides specialized services such as global compliance support, tax filing, and data-driven insights that help clients navigate evolving regulations and workforce trends.

Serving more than 930,000 clients across over 140 countries, ADP maintains a strong presence in North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company’s extensive global network of data centers and customer service teams ensures that multinational organizations can rely on consistent support and localized expertise. Through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, ADP has expanded its capabilities in areas such as workforce scheduling, human capital analytics, and employee self-service tools, further solidifying its position in the HCM market.

Under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Carlos M. Rodriguez, ADP continues to invest in research and development, focusing on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and mobile applications to enhance user experience and operational efficiency. The company’s commitment to innovation is matched by its emphasis on data security and compliance, reflecting its role as a trusted partner for businesses navigating the complexities of workforce management in an ever-changing economic landscape.

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Automatic Data Processing Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

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ADP MarketRank™: 

Automatic Data Processing scored higher than 97% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 20th out of 665 stocks in the computer and technology sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

  • Consensus Rating

    Automatic Data Processing has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.17, and is based on 3 buy ratings, 8 hold ratings, and 1 sell rating.

  • Amount of Analyst Coverage

    Automatic Data Processing has been the subject of 6 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.

  • Read more about Automatic Data Processing's stock forecast and price target.
  • Earnings Growth

    Earnings for Automatic Data Processing are expected to grow by 8.96% in the coming year, from $9.93 to $10.82 per share.

  • Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

    The P/E ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 31.57, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 24.81.

  • Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

    The P/E ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 31.57, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Computer and Technology sector average P/E ratio of about 35.79.

  • Price to Earnings Growth Ratio

    Automatic Data Processing has a PEG Ratio of 3.15. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.

  • Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

    Automatic Data Processing has a P/B Ratio of 27.76. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

  • Read more about Automatic Data Processing's valuation and earnings.
  • Percentage of Shares Shorted

    1.22% of the float of Automatic Data Processing has been sold short.
  • Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

    Automatic Data Processing has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.
  • Change versus previous month

    Short interest in Automatic Data Processing has recently decreased by 3.71%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving.
  • Dividend Yield

    Automatic Data Processing pays a meaningful dividend of 2.03%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

  • Dividend Growth

    Automatic Data Processing has been increasing its dividend for 49 years.

  • Dividend Coverage

    The dividend payout ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 63.05%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

  • Dividend Sustainability

    Based on earnings estimates, Automatic Data Processing will have a dividend payout ratio of 56.93% next year. This indicates that Automatic Data Processing will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

  • Read more about Automatic Data Processing's dividend.
  • Percentage of Shares Shorted

    1.22% of the float of Automatic Data Processing has been sold short.
  • Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

    Automatic Data Processing has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.7, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.
  • Change versus previous month

    Short interest in Automatic Data Processing has recently decreased by 3.71%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving.
  • News Sentiment

    Automatic Data Processing has a news sentiment score of 1.37. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.81 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.
  • News Coverage This Week

    MarketBeat has tracked 44 news articles for Automatic Data Processing this week, compared to 26 articles on an average week.
  • Search Interest

    23 people have searched for ADP on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 130% compared to the previous 30 days.
  • MarketBeat Follows

    Only 4 people have added Automatic Data Processing to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -33% compared to the previous 30 days.
  • Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

    In the past three months, Automatic Data Processing insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $598,191.00 in company stock.

  • Percentage Held by Insiders

    Only 0.21% of the stock of Automatic Data Processing is held by insiders.

  • Percentage Held by Institutions

    80.03% of the stock of Automatic Data Processing is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.

  • Read more about Automatic Data Processing's insider trading history.
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ADP Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Automatic Data Processing's stock was trading at $292.73 at the beginning of the year. Since then, ADP shares have increased by 5.4% and is now trading at $308.40.
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Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) released its earnings results on Wednesday, April, 30th. The business services provider reported $3.06 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.97 by $0.09. Automatic Data Processing's quarterly revenue was up 5.7% compared to the same quarter last year.
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The following companies are subsidiaries of Automatic Data Processing: Celergo, Work Market, Global Cash Card, The Marcus Buckingham Company, Payroll S.A., SHPS Inc., PhyLogic Healthcare, and others.

Shares of ADP stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Automatic Data Processing investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), Meta Platforms (META), JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Chevron (CVX), Cisco Systems (CSCO) and Home Depot (HD).

Company Calendar

Last Earnings
4/30/2025
Record date for 7/1 Dividend
6/13/2025
Ex-Dividend for 7/1 Dividend
6/13/2025
Today
7/01/2025
Dividend Payable
7/01/2025
Next Earnings (Estimated)
7/30/2025
Fiscal Year End
6/30/2026

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Stock Exchange
NASDAQ
Industry
INTERNET SOFTWARE
Sub-Industry
Data Processing & Outsourced Services
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:ADP
CIK
8670
Employees
64,000
Year Founded
1949

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$307.08
High Stock Price Target
$350.00
Low Stock Price Target
$267.00
Potential Upside/Downside
-0.4%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.17
Research Coverage
12 Analysts

Profitability

Trailing P/E Ratio
31.57
Forward P/E Ratio
31.06
P/E Growth
3.15
Net Income
$3.75 billion
Pretax Margin
25.78%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$19.20 billion
Cash Flow
$13.34 per share
Price / Cash Flow
23.12
Book Value
$11.11 per share
Price / Book
27.76

Miscellaneous

Free Float
405,071,000
Market Cap
$125.19 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.79

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This page (NASDAQ:ADP) was last updated on 7/1/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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