Automatic Data Processing Inc Dividend Yield
Data as of August 04, 2026
Dividend Yield
2.52%
Annual Dividend
$6.80
Stock Price
$269.78
Market Cap
$106.51B
How It's Calculated
2.52% = $6.80 ÷ $269.78 × 100
What This Means
Automatic Data Processing Inc's dividend yield of 2.52% is in the typical range for established companies. It provides a modest income stream alongside potential capital appreciation.
About Automatic Data Processing Inc
Automatic Data Processing Inc (ADP) operates in the Professional Services sector, specifically in Professional Services. With a market capitalization of about $106.51B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $269.78, within a 52-week range of $188.16 to $315.26 (-14.4% from the high, +43.4% 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 Professional Services, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Within the Professional Services sector, dividend yield levels vary with business model, growth rate, and capital structure. Automatic Data Processing Inc's current dividend yield of 2.52% should be read alongside other ADP metrics on this site and with sector norms — not in isolation. View all Professional Services stocks.
Key Takeaways
- ADP is grouped in the Professional Services 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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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 2.52%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 2.52% compare to sector peers?
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