Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Dividend Yield
Data as of June 01, 2026
Dividend Yield
3.07%
Annual Dividend
$6.80
Stock Price
$221.84
Market Cap
$88.68B
How It's Calculated
3.07% = $6.80 ÷ $221.84 × 100
What This Means
Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s dividend yield of 3.07% is above average, making it appealing to income-focused investors. This suggests a mature company with reliable cash flow.
About Automatic Data Processing, Inc.
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) operates in the Technology sector, specifically in Software - Application. With a market capitalization of about $88.68B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $221.84, within a 52-week range of $188.16 to $329.93 (-32.8% from the high, +17.9% from the low). Beta of 0.84 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 20.1%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For Automatic Data Processing, Inc., yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Technology, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Technology names on our S&P 100 coverage, Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s dividend yield of 3.07% can be compared with peers such as NVDA (0.47%), AAPL (0.35%), MSFT (0.81%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Technology stocks.
Key Takeaways
- ADP is grouped in the Technology sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.84 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 20.1% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Payout per Share
$6.80
Sector
Technology
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does ADP pay a dividend?
Yes — Automatic Data Processing, Inc. currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $6.80 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for ADP?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, ADP's yield is about 3.07%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 3.07% compare to sector peers?
In Technology, peer yields such as IBM (2.27%), TXN (1.86%), QCOM (1.47%) help frame ADP's 3.07%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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