Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Stock Hits New 52-Week Low at $205.35

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. has reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 205.35 on February 23, 2026. This significant decline highlights the company's performance challenges over the past year, during which it has recorded a decrease of 16.66%, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's gain of 12.95%. As a large-cap player in the Commercial Services & Supplies industry, Automatic Data Processing boasts a market capitalization of USD 132.83 billion. The company maintains a price-to-earnings ratio of 43.00, indicating a premium valuation relative to its earnings. Despite the recent stock price drop, Automatic Data Processing has demonstrated strong management efficiency, reflected in a return on equity of 66.25% and a return on capital employed of 74.89%. The company also shows a solid ability to manage debt, with a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.26 and a debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 0.18 times. Additionally, Automatic Data Processing has experienced healthy long-term growth, with net sales increasing at an annual rate of 7.77%. However, the stock's performance has been below par, generating a return of -31.25% over the past year.