NASDAQ:ADP Automatic Data Processing (ADP) Stock Price, News & Analysis $278.46 +0.95 (+0.34%) (As of 03:15 PM ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$276.97▼$279.7850-Day Range$233.44▼$279.2652-Week Range$205.53▼$279.78Volume812,110 shsAverage Volume1.64 million shsMarket Capitalization$113.56 billionP/E Ratio31.08Dividend Yield2.01%Price Target$265.36 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/Downside4.5% Downside$265.36 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy1.36% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthStrongBased on Four FactorsSustainability-0.22Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.76Based on 23 Articles This WeekInsider TradingSelling Shares$16 M Sold Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth8.27%From $10.04 to $10.87 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.4.73 out of 5 starsBusiness Services Sector20th out of 311 stocksData Processing & Preparation Industry7th out of 60 stocks 2.0 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, 8 hold ratings, and 2 sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageAutomatic 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. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted1.36% 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 3.5, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Automatic Data Processing has recently increased by 12.88%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 4.2 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldAutomatic Data Processing pays a meaningful dividend of 2.02%, 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 51.52% 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 2.1 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentAutomatic Data Processing has a news sentiment score of 0.76. 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 23 news articles for Automatic Data Processing this week, compared to 11 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 126 people have searched for ADP on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -26% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat FollowsOnly 2 people have added Automatic Data Processing to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -87% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 2.5 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn 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 $15,999,208.00 in 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 2.5 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Automatic Data Processing are expected to grow by 8.27% in the coming year, from $10.04 to $10.87 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 31.00, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 132.19.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Automatic Data Processing is 31.00, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Business Services sector average P/E ratio of about 39.96.Price to Earnings Growth RatioAutomatic Data Processing has a PEG Ratio of 3.02. 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 25.00. 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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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 HeadlinesSeptember 10, 2024 | insidertrades.comAutomatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) Director Carlos A. Rodriguez Sells 9,203 SharesSeptember 5, 2024 | insidertrades.comInsider Selling: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) VP Sells 3,179 Shares of StockSeptember 16, 2024 | Behind the Markets (Ad)Unveiled: NVIDIA’s "Secret Royalty" ProgramDid you know that there's an investment that will give you the opportunity to collect "royalties" every time Nvidia makes a chip?August 28, 2024 | insidertrades.comInsider Selling: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) VP Sells 846 Shares of StockSeptember 14 at 3:12 AM | seekingalpha.comAutomatic Data Processing: Don't Underestimate The Threat Of AISeptember 13 at 3:01 AM | americanbankingnews.comAutomatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) Receives $265.36 Consensus PT from BrokeragesSeptember 12, 2024 | smallbusiness.chron.comADP Run payroll services review 2024September 12, 2024 | fortune.comADP payroll products: Learn about costs, features, and compare alternativesSeptember 16, 2024 | Behind the Markets (Ad)Unveiled: NVIDIA’s "Secret Royalty" ProgramDid you know that there's an investment that will give you the opportunity to collect "royalties" every time Nvidia makes a chip?September 12, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comInsider Sale: Corporate Vice President Michael Bonarti Sells Shares of Automatic Data ...September 11, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comAutomatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)September 11, 2024 | forbes.comShaping ADP’s Global Strategy: Don McGuire’s Unique CFO JourneySeptember 11, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comCarlos A. Rodriguez Sells 9,203 Shares of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) StockSeptember 10, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comStockNews.com Upgrades Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) to "Buy"September 8, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comAutomatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) Stock Goes Ex-Dividend In Just Four DaysSeptember 6, 2024 | gurufocus.comInsider Sale: President & CEO Maria Black Sells Shares of Automatic Data Processing Inc (ADP)September 6, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comInsider Selling: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) CEO Sells 19,147 Shares of StockSeptember 5, 2024 | seekingalpha.comAutomatic Data Processing, Inc. 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Email Address Company Calendar Ex-Dividend for 7/1 Dividend6/14/2024Dividend Payable7/01/2024Last Earnings7/31/2024Ex-Dividend for 10/1 Dividend9/13/2024Today9/16/2024Dividend Payable10/01/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)10/23/2024Fiscal 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) 974-5000Fax973-974-5390Employees64,000Year Founded1949Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$265.36 High Stock Price Target$310.00 Low Stock Price Target$235.00 Potential Upside/Downside-4.4%Consensus RatingHold Rating Score (0-4)2.00 Research Coverage12 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$8.96 Trailing P/E Ratio30.97 Forward P/E Ratio27.64 P/E Growth3.02Net Income$3.75 billion Net Margins19.54% Pretax Margin25.37% Return on Equity89.20% Return on Assets6.73% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio0.66 Current Ratio1.01 Quick Ratio1.01 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$19.20 billion Price / Sales5.89 Cash Flow$13.13 per share Price / Cash Flow21.14 Book Value$11.11 per share Price / Book24.98Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares407,800,000Free Float408,227,000Market Cap$113.17 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.79 Social Links Metaverse Stocks And Why You Can't Ignore ThemThinking about investing in Meta, Roblox, or Unity? Click the link to learn what streetwise investors need to know about the metaverse and public markets before making an investment.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 & InstitutionsAmerican TrustSold 108 shares on 9/12/2024Ownership: 0.000%Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc.Bought 51 shares on 9/11/2024Ownership: 0.000%Prio Wealth Limited PartnershipSold 16,873 shares on 9/10/2024Ownership: 0.011%SS&H Financial Advisors Inc.Bought 1,070 shares on 9/10/2024Ownership: 0.001%Heritage Wealth Management Inc.Bought 3,285 shares on 9/9/2024Ownership: 0.001%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 (ADP) recently set a new 1-year high at $269.50, indicating positive momentum in the stock price. The company has a strong return on equity of 89.20%, showcasing efficient utilization of shareholder funds. ADP has a consistent revenue growth rate, with a 7.2% increase in revenue year-over-year, reflecting a healthy business performance. Automatic Data Processing offers cloud-based human capital management solutions globally, tapping into the growing demand for digital HR services. With a dividend yield of 2.12% and a payout ratio of 62.50%, ADP provides investors with a steady income stream. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in Automatic Data Processing, Inc. for these reasons: Despite recent highs, ADP's stock price can be volatile, posing risks for short-term investors. The company's P/E ratio of 29.47 may indicate the stock is currently overvalued compared to industry peers. ADP's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.66 suggests a moderate level of financial leverage, which could impact future growth strategies. Analysts have issued mixed ratings on the stock, with some recommending a hold or sell, signaling uncertainty in the market sentiment. Market conditions and regulatory changes in the HR technology sector could impact ADP's future growth prospects and profitability. 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 Sunday, August 25, 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 19.2% and is now trading at $277.75. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. How were Automatic Data Processing's earnings last quarter? Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) issued its earnings results on Wednesday, July, 31st. The business services provider reported $2.09 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.06 by $0.03. The company's quarterly revenue was up 7.2% compared to the same quarter last year. Read the conference call transcript. Does Automatic Data Processing have any subsidiaries? 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. Who are Automatic Data Processing's major shareholders? Top institutional investors of Automatic Data Processing include Bank of New York Mellon Corp (2.04%), Ameriprise Financial Inc. (0.99%), Legal & General Group Plc (0.87%) and Ninety One UK Ltd (0.62%). Insiders that own company stock include Maria Black, Michael A Bonarti, Don Mcguire, Carlos A Rodriguez, Donald Weinstein, Deborah L Dyson, Sreenivasa Kutam, John Ayala, Joseph Desilva, David Kwon, James T Sperduto, Laura G Brown, Augusto J Blanchard, Christopher D'ambrosio 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 9/16/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff From Our PartnersBiden's Executive Order, Dems Digital Money Legislation, First Step ToDonald Trump once again sounded the alarm against Fed-controlled digital currencies (CBDCs). If these plans...Monetary Gold | Sponsored44-year Wall Street Vet: “Permanent devastation is coming to America”After 44 years on Wall Street, I've seen it all... Black Monday, the Great Recession, the Covid crash. B...InvestorPlace | SponsoredBREAKING NEWS: AI Tech Now Used to Stop School ShootersTwo seconds. 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