Automatic Data Processing Stock Forecast, Price & News

Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) Frequently Asked Questions

Is Automatic Data Processing a buy right now?

11 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Automatic Data Processing in the last year. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 6 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" Automatic Data Processing stock. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in ADP, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What stocks does MarketBeat like better than Automatic Data Processing?

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When is Automatic Data Processing's next earnings date?

Automatic Data Processing is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, October 27th 2021.
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How can I listen to Automatic Data Processing's earnings call?

Automatic Data Processing will be holding an earnings conference call on Wednesday, October 27th at 8:30 AM Eastern. Interested parties can register for or listen to the call using this link.

How were Automatic Data Processing's earnings last quarter?

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, July, 27th. The business services provider reported $1.20 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $1.14 by $0.06. The business services provider earned $3.74 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $3.67 billion. Automatic Data Processing had a net margin of 17.32% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 44.73%. During the same period last year, the business earned $1.14 earnings per share.
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How has Automatic Data Processing's stock been impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

Automatic Data Processing's stock was trading at $148.01 on March 11th, 2020 when Coronavirus (COVID-19) reached pandemic status according to the World Health Organization. Since then, ADP stock has increased by 36.6% and is now trading at $202.22.
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How often does Automatic Data Processing pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Automatic Data Processing?

Automatic Data Processing announced a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, August 4th. Investors of record on Friday, September 10th will be given a dividend of $0.93 per share on Friday, October 1st. This represents a $3.72 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.84%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, September 9th.
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Is Automatic Data Processing a good dividend stock?

Automatic Data Processing pays an annual dividend of $3.72 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.85%. Automatic Data Processing has been increasing its dividend for 47 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 61.79%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, Automatic Data Processing will have a dividend payout ratio of 50.68% next year. This indicates that Automatic Data Processing will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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How will Automatic Data Processing's stock buyback program work?

Automatic Data Processing announced that its board has authorized a share buyback plan on Tuesday, November 12th 2019, which permits the company to repurchase $5,000,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization permits the company to buy up to 6.8% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase plans are often an indication that the company's board believes its stock is undervalued.

What guidance has Automatic Data Processing issued on next quarter's earnings?

Automatic Data Processing updated its FY 2022 earnings guidance on Wednesday, August, 4th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $6.560-$6.680 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $6.540. The company issued revenue guidance of $15.91 billion-$16.06 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $15.88 billion.

What price target have analysts set for ADP?

11 equities research analysts have issued 1-year price targets for Automatic Data Processing's stock. Their forecasts range from $143.00 to $230.00. On average, they anticipate Automatic Data Processing's share price to reach $204.91 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 1.3% from the stock's current price.
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Who are Automatic Data Processing's key executives?

Automatic Data Processing's management team includes the following people:

• Carlos A. Rodriguez, President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
• Kathleen Anne Winters, Chief Financial Officer & Vice President
• Donald Weinstein, Vice President-Global Product & Technology
• Michael C. Eberhard, Treasurer & Vice President
• David Kwon, Chief Legal Officer, VP & General Counsel

What is Carlos A. Rodriguez's approval rating as Automatic Data Processing's CEO?

5,336 employees have rated Automatic Data Processing CEO Carlos A. Rodriguez on Glassdoor.com. Carlos A. Rodriguez has an approval rating of 90% among Automatic Data Processing's employees.

Who are some of Automatic Data Processing's key competitors?

Some companies that are related to Automatic Data Processing include Visa (V), Mastercard (MA), Fidelity National Information Services (FIS), Fiserv (FISV), Global Payments (GPN), Paychex (PAYX), FLEETCOR Technologies (FLT), Broadridge Financial Solutions (BR), Jack Henry & Associates (JKHY), Genpact (G), The Western Union (WU), WEX (WEX), Euronet Worldwide (EEFT), Maximus (MMS) and Alliance Data Systems (ADS).
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What other stocks do shareholders of Automatic Data Processing own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Automatic Data Processing investors own include Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Intel (INTC), Verizon Communications (VZ), The Procter & Gamble (PG), AT&T (T), AbbVie (ABBV), McDonald's (MCD), Walmart (WMT) and The Home Depot (HD).

What is Automatic Data Processing's stock symbol?

Automatic Data Processing trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "ADP."

Who are Automatic Data Processing's major shareholders?

Automatic Data Processing's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Vanguard Group Inc. (8.97%), BlackRock Inc. (7.19%), State Street Corp (4.28%), Morgan Stanley (3.29%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (2.95%) and Alliancebernstein L.P. (2.44%). Company insiders that own Automatic Data Processing stock include Alexander Quevedo, Brian L Michaud, Brock Albinson, Carlos A Rodriguez, Deborah L Dyson, Deborah L Dyson, Don Mcguire, Donald Weinstein, John Ayala, Joseph Desilva, Sreenivasa Kutam and Stuart Sackman.
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Which major investors are selling Automatic Data Processing stock?

ADP stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Alliancebernstein L.P., Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD, Bank of New York Mellon Corp, Wells Fargo & Company MN, Morgan Stanley, Man Group plc, Mackenzie Financial Corp, and Swiss National Bank. Company insiders that have sold Automatic Data Processing company stock in the last year include Alexander Quevedo, Brian L Michaud, Brock Albinson, Carlos A Rodriguez, Deborah L Dyson, Joseph Desilva, Sreenivasa Kutam, and Stuart Sackman.
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Which major investors are buying Automatic Data Processing stock?

ADP stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Amundi, Vanguard Group Inc., Liberty Wealth Management LLC, Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc., UBS Asset Management Americas Inc., BlueSpruce Investments LP, Goldman Sachs Group Inc., and Mn Services Vermogensbeheer B.V..
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How do I buy shares of Automatic Data Processing?

Shares of ADP can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is Automatic Data Processing's stock price today?

One share of ADP stock can currently be purchased for approximately $202.22.

How much money does Automatic Data Processing make?

Automatic Data Processing has a market capitalization of $85.56 billion and generates $15.01 billion in revenue each year. The business services provider earns $2.60 billion in net income (profit) each year or $6.02 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does Automatic Data Processing have?

Automatic Data Processing employs 56,000 workers across the globe.

Does Automatic Data Processing have any subsidiaries?

The following companies are subsidiares of Automatic Data Processing: ADP Atlantic, ADP Benefits Services KY, ADP Brasil Ltda, ADP Broker-Dealer Inc, ADP Canada Co., ADP Employer Services GmbH, ADP Europe SAS, ADP France SAS, ADP GSI France SAS, ADP GlobalView B.V., ADP Indemnity, ADP International Services BV, ADP LLC, ADP MasterTax, ADP Pacific, ADP Payroll Services, ADP Private Limited, ADP Screening and Selection Services, ADP Tax Services, ADP Technology Services, ADP TotalSource CO XXI, ADP TotalSource CO XXII, ADP TotalSource FL XVI, ADP TotalSource FL XXIX, ADP TotalSource Group, ADP TotalSource I, ADP TotalSource of CO XXIII, Automatic Data Processing Insurance Agency, Automatic Data Processing Limited, Automatic Data Processing Limited (UK), Celergo, Global Cash Card, Ma Foi Consulting Solutions Ltd., Payroll S.A., PhyLogic Healthcare, SHPS Inc., The Marcus Buckingham Company, The RightThing, Wallace, and Work Market.

When was Automatic Data Processing founded?

Automatic Data Processing was founded in 1949.

What is Automatic Data Processing's official website?

The official website for Automatic Data Processing is www.adp.com.

Where are Automatic Data Processing's headquarters?

Automatic Data Processing is headquartered at ONE ADP BOULVARD, ROSELAND NJ, 07068.

How can I contact Automatic Data Processing?

Automatic Data Processing's mailing address is ONE ADP BOULVARD, ROSELAND NJ, 07068. The business services provider can be reached via phone at (973) 974-5000 or via email at [email protected].