Automatic Data Processing Hits Day Low at $205.35 Amid Price Pressure

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) experienced a notable decline today, with the stock dropping by 4.74% on February 23, 2026. The stock reached an intraday low of USD 205.35, reflecting a challenging trading session. Over the past day, ADP's performance has lagged behind the S&P 500, which gained 0.69%, marking a 1-day performance of -4.08% for ADP. In the broader context, ADP's performance over the past month shows a significant decline of 20.22%, while the S&P 500 has increased by 1.66%. Year-to-date, ADP has also underperformed, with a decrease of 20.02% compared to the S&P 500's modest gain of 0.94%. The company's long-term performance remains below expectations, with a 33.8% drop over the past year and a 7.65% decline over the last three years. Despite these challenges, ADP maintains a strong management efficiency, evidenced by a high return on capital employed (ROCE) of 78.05% and a low debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 0.18 times, indicating a solid ability to service its debt. The company also boasts a healthy annual growth rate in net sales of 7.77% and operating profit growth of 11.96%.