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Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US0530151036
CUSIP
053015103
IPO Date
Apr 6, 1983

Highlights

Market Cap
$82.23B
Enterprise Value
$84.74B
EPS (TTM)
$10.42
PE Ratio
19.50
PEG Ratio
1.47
Total Revenue (TTM)
$21.21B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$10.26B
EBITDA (TTM)
$6.46B
Year Range
$198.59 - $329.93
Target Price
$282.00
ROA (TTM)
5.00%
ROE (TTM)
66.25%

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Automatic Data Processing, Inc., comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) has returned -20.36% so far this year and -31.83% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, ADP has returned 10.83% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


Automatic Data Processing, Inc.

1D
-1.11%
1M
-4.43%
YTD
-20.36%
6M
-29.75%
1Y
-31.83%
3Y*
-0.75%
5Y*
3.61%
10Y*
10.83%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Apr 6, 1983, ADP's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.25%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.6 years.

Historically, 59% of months were positive and 41% were negative. The best month was Jan 1987 with a return of +26.2%, while the worst month was Oct 2008 at -18.3%. The longest winning streak lasted 9 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 7 months.

On a daily basis, ADP closed higher 50% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 20, 1987 with a return of +17.8%, while the worst single day was Oct 19, 1987 at -24.4%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026-4.05%-13.15%-4.43%-20.36%
20253.51%4.02%-2.55%-1.61%8.29%-4.79%0.36%-1.76%-2.97%-11.31%-1.92%1.41%-10.18%
20245.50%2.18%0.02%-3.14%1.25%-1.98%10.03%5.06%0.80%4.52%6.12%-4.13%28.41%
2023-5.46%-2.65%1.85%-1.18%-5.00%5.78%12.50%2.97%-5.04%-9.29%5.36%1.94%-0.25%
2022-16.39%-0.84%11.85%-4.11%2.18%-5.34%14.80%1.36%-7.05%6.86%9.28%-9.13%-1.29%
2021-6.29%5.39%8.86%-0.79%4.83%1.80%5.54%-0.28%-3.93%12.29%2.85%7.27%42.60%

Benchmark Metrics

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 6.83%, beta of 0.90, and R² of 0.40 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since April 07, 1983.

  • This stock captured 100.01% of S&P 500 Index gains but only 79.37% of its losses — a favorable profile for investors.
  • R² of 0.40 means the benchmark explains less than half of this stock's behavior — treat beta with caution or consider switching to a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
6.83%
Beta
0.90
0.40
Upside Capture
100.01%
Downside Capture
79.37%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

ADP ranks 4 for risk / return — in the bottom 4% of stocks on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.


ADP Risk / Return Rank: 44
Overall Rank
ADP Sharpe Ratio Rank: 00
Sharpe Ratio Rank
ADP Sortino Ratio Rank: 22
Sortino Ratio Rank
ADP Omega Ratio Rank: 33
Omega Ratio Rank
ADP Calmar Ratio Rank: 1010
Calmar Ratio Rank
ADP Martin Ratio Rank: 44
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


ADPBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

-1.42

0.90

-2.31

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

-1.98

1.39

-3.36

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

0.75

1.21

-0.46

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

-0.83

1.40

-2.23

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

-1.75

6.61

-8.36

Explore ADP risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. provided a 3.19% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $6.48 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 10 consecutive years.


1.60%1.80%2.00%2.20%2.40%$0.00$1.00$2.00$3.00$4.00$5.00$6.0020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$6.48$6.32$5.74$5.15$4.37$3.83$3.66$3.28$2.80$2.34$2.16$2.00

Dividend yield

3.19%2.46%1.96%2.21%1.83%1.55%2.08%1.92%2.14%2.00%2.10%2.36%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Automatic Data Processing, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.00$1.70$1.70
2025$0.00$0.00$1.54$0.00$0.00$1.54$0.00$0.00$1.54$0.00$0.00$1.70$6.32
2024$0.00$0.00$1.40$0.00$0.00$1.40$0.00$0.00$1.40$0.00$0.00$1.54$5.74
2023$0.00$0.00$1.25$0.00$0.00$1.25$0.00$0.00$1.25$0.00$0.00$1.40$5.15
2022$0.00$0.00$1.04$0.00$0.00$1.04$0.00$0.00$1.04$0.00$0.00$1.25$4.37
2021$0.00$0.00$0.93$0.00$0.00$0.93$0.00$0.00$0.93$0.00$0.00$1.04$3.83

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. has a dividend yield of 3.19%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market.

Payout Ratio

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. has a payout ratio of 59.26%, which is quite average when compared to the overall market. This suggests that Automatic Data Processing, Inc. strikes a balance between reinvesting profits for growth and paying dividends to shareholders.

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Automatic Data Processing, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Automatic Data Processing, Inc. was 59.51%, occurring on Mar 13, 2003. Recovery took 2011 trading sessions.

The current Automatic Data Processing, Inc. drawdown is 36.27%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-59.51%Nov 21, 2000576Mar 13, 20032011Mar 8, 20112587
-40.28%Aug 24, 198740Oct 19, 1987601Mar 6, 1990641
-39.45%Feb 20, 202023Mar 23, 2020188Dec 17, 2020211
-36.87%Jun 9, 2025202Mar 27, 2026
-33.04%Jun 17, 1983207Apr 10, 1984204Jan 30, 1985411

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Automatic Data Processing, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Staffing & Employment Services industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for ADP, comparing it with other companies in the Staffing & Employment Services industry. Currently, ADP has a P/E ratio of 19.5. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for ADP compared to other companies in the Staffing & Employment Services industry. ADP currently has a PEG ratio of 1.5. This PEG ratio is higher than the industry average, which may suggest the stock is overvalued relative to its expected earnings growth.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for ADP relative to other companies in the Staffing & Employment Services industry. Currently, ADP has a P/S ratio of 3.9. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for ADP in comparison with other companies in the Staffing & Employment Services industry. Currently, ADP has a P/B value of 12.9. This P/B ratio is higher than most companies in the industry. It may suggest the stock is overvalued or that investors expect the company to generate high returns on its assets.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items