Automatic Data Processing, Inc.
ADPTechnologyNASDAQSoftware - Application
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Daily timeframeAutomatic Data Processing, Inc. provides cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions worldwide. With a market capitalization of $87.89B, it sits in large-cap territory. It operates in two segments, Employer Services and Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
Market Cap
$87.89B
Beta
0.84
P/E (TTM)
20.49
P/E (Fwd)
18.03
EPS (TTM)
$10.73
EPS (Fwd)
$12.19
ROE
71.2%
ROA
5.9%
Cash
$3.23B
Total Debt
$4.40B
Free CF
$4.75B
52W Change
-32.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. carries $4.40B in total debt against $3.23B in cash reserves — debt is modestly above the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company generates $4.75B in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 71.2%, which is exceptionally high for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 5.9% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $16.50B (2022) to $20.56B (2025), reflecting a 25% increase over the period.
As with any equity investment, ADP carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing ADP's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.