Lowest-Rated StocksLowest-RatedNASDAQ:ADP Automatic Data Processing (ADP) Stock Price, News & Analysis $252.67 +3.09 (+1.24%) (As of 07/26/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$249.49▼$253.4650-Day Range$233.44▼$254.0252-Week Range$205.53▼$256.84Volume1.45 million shsAverage Volume1.66 million shsMarket Capitalization$103.42 billionP/E Ratio28.20Dividend Yield2.22%Price Target$255.00 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrendsStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrends Get Automatic Data Processing alerts: Email Address Automatic Data Processing MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingHold2.00 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside0.9% Upside$255.00 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy1.16% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthStrongBased on Four FactorsSustainability-0.22Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.66Based on 13 Articles This WeekInsider TradingN/AProj. Earnings Growth8.95%From $9.16 to $9.98 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.4.34 out of 5 starsBusiness Services Sector30th out of 317 stocksData Processing & Preparation Industry5th out of 58 stocks 1.0 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingAutomatic Data Processing has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.00, and is based on 2 buy ratings, 7 hold ratings, and 2 sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageAutomatic Data Processing has only been the subject of 3 research reports in the past 90 days.Read more about Automatic Data Processing's stock forecast and price target. Previous Next 4.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted1.16% of the float of Automatic Data Processing has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverAutomatic Data Processing has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Automatic Data Processing has recently decreased by 0.42%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving. Previous Next 4.2 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldAutomatic Data Processing pays a meaningful dividend of 2.27%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthAutomatic Data Processing has been increasing its dividend for 48 years.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 62.50%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, Automatic Data Processing will have a dividend payout ratio of 56.11% 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. Previous Next 4.4 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreAutomatic Data Processing has received a 67.16% net impact score from Upright. Automatic Data Processing seems to create the most significant positive value in categories "Taxes", "Jobs", and "Creating knowledge". The positive contribution in the "Creating knowledge" impact category is mostly driven by its "Payroll services", "Home insurance services for individuals", and "Health insurance services for individuals" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for Automatic Data Processing is -0.22. Previous Next 3.1 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentAutomatic Data Processing has a news sentiment score of 0.66. 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 news sentiment score is similar to the average news sentiment of Business Services companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 13 news articles for Automatic Data Processing this week, compared to 10 articles on an average week.Search Interest219 people have searched for ADP on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 25% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat Follows16 people have added Automatic Data Processing to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 60% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 1.7 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Automatic Data Processing insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 0.26% of the stock of Automatic Data Processing is held by insiders.Percentage Held by Institutions80.03% 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. Previous Next 1.9 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Automatic Data Processing are expected to grow by 8.95% in the coming year, from $9.16 to $9.98 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 28.20, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 143.75.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 28.20, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Business Services sector average P/E ratio of about 22.18.Price to Earnings Growth RatioAutomatic Data Processing has a PEG Ratio of 2.49. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioAutomatic Data Processing has a P/B Ratio of 29.76. 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. 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The PEO Services segment provides HR outsourcing solution to businesses through a co-employment model. This segment offers employee benefits, protection and compliance, talent engagement, expertise, comprehensive outsourcing, and recruitment process outsourcing services. Automatic Data Processing, Inc. was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey.Read More ADP Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart ADP Stock News HeadlinesJune 27, 2024 | marketbeat.comWhy Paychex Stock's Dip is the Best Opportunity in Today's Cycle (ADP)Shares of Paychex are down after the company released its latest set of quarterly earnings, though the evidence stacks up to show strong fundamentalsJuly 25 at 3:06 AM | americanbankingnews.comAutomatic Data Processing, Inc. 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Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings5/01/2024Ex-Dividend for 7/1 Dividend6/14/2024Dividend Payable7/01/2024Today7/26/2024Next Earnings (Confirmed)7/31/2024Fiscal Year End6/30/2025Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ SectorBusiness Services Industry Data processing & preparation Sub-IndustryData Processing & Outsourced Services Current SymbolNASDAQ:ADP CUSIP05301510 CIK8670 Webwww.adp.com Phone(973) 974-5000Fax973-974-5390Employees63,000Year Founded1949Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$255.00 High Stock Price Target$282.00 Low Stock Price Target$235.00 Potential Upside/Downside+1.2%Consensus RatingHold Rating Score (0-4)2.00 Research Coverage11 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$8.96 Trailing P/E Ratio28.18 Forward P/E Ratio27.57 P/E Growth2.49Net Income$3.41 billion Net Margins19.56% Pretax Margin25.32% Return on Equity93.09% Return on Assets6.69% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.65 Current Ratio1.01 Quick Ratio1.01 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$18.01 billion Price / Sales5.74 Cash Flow$12.33 per share Price / Cash Flow20.48 Book Value$8.49 per share Price / Book29.74Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares409,290,000Free Float408,227,000Market Cap$103.35 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.78 Social Links The Next 7 Blockbuster Stocks for Growth InvestorsWondering what the next stocks will be that hit it big, with solid fundamentals? Click the link below to learn more about how your portfolio could bloom.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMs. Maria Black (Age 50)President, CEO & DIrector Comp: $3.38MMr. Don Edward McGuire (Age 64)Chief Financial Officer Comp: $2.15MMr. John C. Ayala (Age 57)Chief Operating Officer Comp: $2.11MMr. Michael Anthony Bonarti (Age 59)Chief Administrative Officer Comp: $1.44MMr. Joseph DeSilva Jr. (Age 49)President of Global Sales Comp: $1.13MMr. Brock Albinson (Age 49)Corporate Controller & Principal Accounting Officer Mr. Max LiGlobal Chief Information OfficerMr. David Kwon (Age 54)Corporate VP, Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel Ms. Allyce HackmannVice President of External CommunicationsMr. Gus Blanchard (Age 61)Chief Marketing Officer More ExecutivesKey CompetitorsFiservNYSE:FIPaychexNASDAQ:PAYXFidelity National Information ServicesNYSE:FISGlobal PaymentsNYSE:GPNBroadridge Financial SolutionsNYSE:BRView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsVan Strum & Towne Inc.Bought 93 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.013%BLB&B Advisors LLCSold 66 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.005%Checchi Capital Advisers LLCBought 45 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.001%Patriot Financial Group Insurance Agency LLCSold 70 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.000%Alpha Omega Wealth Management LLCBought 65 shares on 7/26/2024Ownership: 0.000%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy Automatic Data Processing Stock? ADP Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Automatic Data Processing, Inc.: Automatic Data Processing has a strong track record of consistent revenue growth, indicating stability and potential for long-term returns. The company's high return on equity of 93.09% showcases efficient use of shareholder funds to generate profits. With a dividend yield of 2.29%, investors can benefit from a steady income stream while holding the stock. Recent quarterly earnings results exceeded analyst expectations, demonstrating strong financial performance. Despite a recent stock price decline, Automatic Data Processing's market cap of $100.26 billion reflects its position as a large and established player in the industry. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in Automatic Data Processing, Inc. for these reasons: Some analysts have issued "underperform" and "sell" ratings on the stock, indicating potential concerns about future performance. The stock price has experienced recent volatility, with a 3.5% decrease in value, suggesting potential short-term risks. Automatic Data Processing's P/E ratio of 27.34 may indicate the stock is currently overvalued compared to industry peers. There is a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.65, which could pose risks in case of economic downturns or financial instability. While the company has a solid average rating of "Hold," the average target price of $255.42 may limit significant upside potential for investors. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Automatic Data Processing pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com. ADP Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions How have ADP shares performed this year? Automatic Data Processing's stock was trading at $232.97 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, ADP stock has increased by 8.5% and is now trading at $252.67. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. How were Automatic Data Processing's earnings last quarter? Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, May, 1st. The business services provider reported $2.88 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $2.79 by $0.09. The firm's revenue for the quarter was up 7.6% compared to the same quarter last year. Read the conference call transcript. What is Carlos A. Rodriguez's approval rating as Automatic Data Processing's CEO? 5,336 employees have rated Automatic Data Processing Chief Executive Officer Carlos A. Rodriguez on Glassdoor.com. Carlos A. Rodriguez has an approval rating of 90% among the company's employees. Does Automatic Data Processing have any subsidiaries? Automatic Data Processing subsidiaries include Celergo, Work Market, Global Cash Card, The Marcus Buckingham Company, Payroll S.A., SHPS Inc., PhyLogic Healthcare, and more. Who are Automatic Data Processing's major shareholders? Automatic Data Processing's top institutional shareholders include Bank of New York Mellon Corp (2.04%), Ninety One UK Ltd (0.62%), Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Holdings Inc. (0.24%) and Raymond James & Associates (0.23%). Insiders that own company stock include Michael A Bonarti, Maria Black, Carlos A Rodriguez, Donald Weinstein, Deborah L Dyson, Sreenivasa Kutam, Don Mcguire, John Ayala, Joseph Desilva, James T Sperduto, David Kwon, Laura G Brown, Augusto J Blanchard, Christopher D'ambrosio, Alexander Quevedo and Stuart Sackman. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of Automatic Data Processing? 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. Compare Top Brokerages Here. What other stocks do shareholders of Automatic Data Processing own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Automatic Data Processing investors own include Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Intel (INTC), Verizon Communications (VZ), Procter & Gamble (PG), AT&T (T) and AbbVie (ABBV). This page (NASDAQ:ADP) was last updated on 7/27/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff From Our Partners625,000% GainImagine swapping your daily coffee expense for a future free of financial worries. 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