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ADPAutomatic Data Processing, Inc.
$269.64$107.8B
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Automatic Data Processing, Inc.

ADP
NASDAQ · Staffing & HR
$269.64
At close - Sep 22, 4:00 PM EDT - USD
Market Cap$107.78B
P/E24.6x
52W High$294.46
Volume1.85M
OverviewTerminalAnalysisFinancialsValuationEarningsBreakoutsOwnership
VCP Research Verdict2026Q4

Stable Growth, Margin Volatility, Client Fund Distortions

ADP's core HCM and payroll franchise continues to deliver steady mid-single-digit revenue growth (6.8% in 2026Q4) and robust cash generation, with cumulative operating cash flow of $12.5B exceeding net income of $10.5B over the last ten quarters. However, gros...

GrowthStable
ProfitabilityModerate
ValuationExpensive
TechnicalsHealthy
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MARKET ACTION

ADP price & volume

Price trend, volume and key moving averages

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Decision Checklist4 Core Signals

What matters now

The signals most likely to change the investment case.

01

Earnings momentum

12/12 Beats

EPS beat 12 of last 12 quarters

02

Valuation risk

-11% Peers

P/E is 11% below peer median

03

Market leadership

RS 76 · Avg

Average momentum (RS Rating: 76)

04

Healthy Uptrend

Uptrend

Price > 50DMA > 200DMA

Next CatalystEstimated earnings · Oct 29
01

Build the investment case

Start with the evidence for owning the stock and the risks that can break the thesis.

EXECUTIVE THESIS

The Investment Case

Full Analysis
Fundamental Trajectory

Revenue growth has been stable at 6.8% in 2026Q4, but gross margin volatility (ranging from 45.2% to 53.0% over ten quarters) and an operating margin swing from -2.4% to 30.1% suggest inconsistent profitability.

Analyst Consensus-0.7% target
Hold(36 analysts)
8 Buy23 Hold5 Sell

The Bull Case

Upside Catalysts

AI-enabled HCM tools

ADP's focus on AI-enabled human capital management tools is driving growth and improving operational efficiency.

Strong financial guidance

ADP raised its fiscal 2026 guidance for revenue and adjusted EPS growth, signaling confidence in its business model.

Attractive valuation metrics

ADP's trailing and forward P/E ratios indicate a reasonable valuation, making it appealing to investors.

The Bear Case

Key Downside Risks

Market performance

Price History →

Trailing total returns as of 9/23/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).

YTD Return
ADP+8.64%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+13.20%
1-Year Return
ADP-5.86%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+15.98%
3-Year Return
ADP+20.41%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+79.10%
5-Year Return
ADP+49.95%
S&P 500 (^GSPC)+75.37%
02

Test the fundamentals

Check whether operating performance supports the current valuation.

VALUATION & INTRINSIC VALUE

Valuation Scenarios

Valuation Analysis
Trailing P/E5Y Low
24.6x
Forward P/EExpansion
24.4x
EV/EBITDA100th %ile
23.8x
FCF YieldCash Flow
4.9%

Valuation vs 5-Year History

Multiple Range
Metric
Current
5Y Median
Historical Range
Percentile
P/E
24.6x
26.8x
20th· Low
EV/EBITDA
23.8x
19.8x
100th· High
Price/FCF
20.6x
26.4x
20th· Low
Current Multiple
5Y Median (50th %ile)

Intrinsic Value Scenarios

DCF Projection
Bear$129.27-52.1%
Base (Fair)$229.64-15.3%
Bull$374.77+39.0%
$129.27 Bear$229.64 Base$374.77 Bull
Current Market Price: $269.64
Trades at a 17.4% premium to Base DCF ($229.64)
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Growth & profitability

Annual revenue & EPS trend
Revenue
$21.95B+6.7% YoY
Net income
$4.41B+8.2% YoY
Free cash flow
$5.24B+9.9% YoY
Operating margin
18.6%-7.7 pts YoY
ROIC (TTM)32.2%
Avg ROIC 5Y-
ROE (TTM)72.2%
Piotroski Score5 / 9
Financial Statements →
03

Monitor what changed

Recent results and news deserve attention only when they alter the forward view.

OPERATING RESULTS

Recent Earnings

Earnings History
EPS Beat Rate12/12 (100%)
Revenue Beat Rate12/12 (100%)
QuarterEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q3 2026Latest
Jul 29, 2026
$2.64+1.9%
vs $2.59
$5.5B+0.7%
vs $5.4B
Q2 2026
Apr 29, 2026
$3.37+2.1%
vs $3.30
$5.9B+1.5%
vs $5.9B
Q1 2026
Jan 28, 2026
$2.62+1.9%
vs $2.57
$5.4B+0.4%
vs $5.3B
Q4 2025
Oct 29, 2025
$2.49+2.0%
vs $2.44
$5.2B+0.8%
vs $5.1B
Historical baseline: 12 quarters analyzedGAAP / Adjusted
MARKET COVERAGE

Latest News

5 Stories
Seeking Alpha·5d ago
The Dividend Kings Ranked By Quality Scores (September 2026)

Dividend Kings have a 50+ year track record of increasing dividends, showcasing resilience through economic challenges. I rank the Dividend Kings using my 9F Quality Scores, blending qualitative and quantitative factors for a robust, investment-grade assessment. ADP stands out as the best total-return candidate. It is undervalued, high-quality, and offering a strong projected dividend growth rate and Adjusted Chowder Number.

PRNewsWire·Sep 15, 2026
ADP National Employment Report Preliminary Estimate for August 29, 2026

ROSELAND, N.J., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For the four weeks ending August 29, 2026, U.S. private employers added an average of 16,250 jobs per week, according to the NER Pulse, a weekly update of the monthly ADP National Employment Report  (NER).

Defense World·Sep 15, 2026
5,497,545 Shares in Automatic Data Processing, Inc. $ADP Bought by Bank of America Corp DE

Bank of America Corp DE acquired a new position in shares of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADP) in the second quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 5,497,545 shares of the business services provider's stock, valued at approximately $1,231,175,000. Bank of

24/7 Wall Street·Sep 13, 2026
Five Dividend Stocks Crushing Inflation With Consistent Dividend Payout Growth

A static dividend yield quietly loses ground every month inflation climbs, but five companies have been raising their payouts fast enough to fight back. The question is which ones have the cash flow to keep doing it.

Filtered for Automatic Data Processing, Inc.More Headlines
04

Compare before deciding

Benchmark ADP against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
ADP logoADPAutomatic Data Processing, Inc.Current
$269.64$107.78B24.626.74%20.11%72.24%2.44%
PAYX logoPAYXPaychex, Inc.
$114.53$40.73B23.4216.88%27.03%45.13%—
G logoGGenpact Limited
$33.89$5.74B10.836.56%11.1%22.91%—
PAYC logoPAYCPaycom Software, Inc.
$224.61$12.26B27.808.95%22.78%40.43%—
PCTY logoPCTYPaylocity Holding Corporation
$145.71$7.8B29.6211.04%15.23%23.44%—
WEX logoWEXWEX Inc.
$181.23$6.18B21.401.24%12.56%28.22%—

Compare ADP vs Peers

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs PAYX

Most directly comparable listed peer for ADP.

Scale Benchmark

vs MSFT

Larger-name benchmark to compare ADP against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs PAYX, G, PAYC, PCTY

05

Keep researching

Verify the primary filings, follow material updates, and answer the remaining questions.

ADP SEC Filings & Documents

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

Jul 29, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Jun 26, 2026·SEC

Material company update

May 7, 2026·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

2
FY 2025

Aug 6, 2025·SEC

FY 2024

Aug 7, 2024·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

Apr 30, 2026·SEC

FY 2026

Jan 29, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Oct 31, 2025·SEC

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ADP Frequently Asked Questions

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s revenue?

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) reported $21.95B in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 434% increase from $4.11B in 1997.

How fast is Automatic Data Processing, Inc. growing?

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) grew revenue by 6.7% over the past year. This is steady growth.

Is ADP profitable?

Yes, Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) is profitable, generating $4.41B in net income for fiscal year 2026 (20.1% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does ADP pay dividends?

Yes, Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) pays a dividend with a yield of 2.44%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is ADP's return on equity?

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) has a return on equity (ROE) of 72.2%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.

What is Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s free cash flow?

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) generated $4.98B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2026. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.

What if you invested $1,000 in ADP back in 1997?

Total return calculator · dividends reinvested · 29+ years of data

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