Dec 30, 2025 • MarketBeat
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Fort Washington Investment Advisors Inc. OH Purchases 9,573 Shares of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. $ADP
Fort Washington Investment Advisors Inc. OH increased its stake in Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) by 6.4%, acquiring an additional 9,573 shares to own a total of 158,016 shares valued at $46.38 million. The company reported strong quarterly earnings, beating estimates with EPS of $2.49 and 7.1% year-over-year revenue growth, while also raising its quarterly dividend to $1.70 per share. Despite positive financial performance, analysts largely maintain a "Hold" rating with a consensus price target of $306.42.
Dec 29, 2025 • MarketBeat
NEUTRAL
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) Given Consensus Rating of "Hold" by Analysts
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) has received a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts, with an average 1-year price target of $306.42. The company recently exceeded quarterly EPS and revenue expectations and raised its FY2026 guidance, while also increasing its quarterly dividend to $1.70 per share. Despite positive financial results, several firms have trimmed price targets, contributing to the "Hold" consensus.
Dec 29, 2025 • MarketBeat
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. $ADP Shares Purchased by Archford Capital Strategies LLC
Archford Capital Strategies LLC significantly increased its stake in Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) during Q3, purchasing an additional 6,999 shares, bringing their total holdings to 7,934 shares valued at $2.33 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions, with institutional ownership now nearing 80.03%. Automatic Data Processing reported strong Q3 earnings, beating analyst expectations, and increased its quarterly dividend to $1.70 per share, while analysts maintain an average "Hold" rating with a consensus target of $306.42.
Dec 28, 2025 • MarketBeat
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Valley National Advisers Inc. Acquires 7,202 Shares of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. $ADP
Valley National Advisers Inc. significantly increased its stake in Automatic Data Processing (ADP) during Q3, purchasing 7,202 additional shares to bring its total holding to 8,109 shares valued at $2.379 million. Despite a consensus "Hold" rating from Wall Street with a $306.42 target, ADP reported strong Q3 earnings, beating estimates, and raised its quarterly dividend to $1.70. The company also provided a positive EPS guidance for FY2026.
Dec 27, 2025 • Finviz
SOMEWHAT-BEARISH
"People Didn't Like" Paychex (PAYX)'s Quarter
Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX) reported its second-quarter earnings, with revenue slightly missing analyst estimates but EPS surpassing expectations. Despite the beat, analysts expressed concern regarding the firm's management solutions business and full-year revenue outlook, leading to a negative market reaction. Jim Cramer noted that analysts have historically "trashed" the company, and the stock is down 17% year-to-date with recent price target cuts.
Dec 27, 2025 • Insider Monkey
BEARISH
“People Didn’t Like” Paychex (PAYX)’s Quarter
Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX) saw its shares drop 17% year-to-date and faced several price target cuts. Despite beating EPS estimates, its revenue slightly missed analyst expectations, leading to concerns about its management solutions business and full-year outlook. Jim Cramer noted analysts were negative on the company, using it as a proxy for employment figures.