Earnings Results Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) reported quarterly earnings results on July 29, 2026 that exceeded analyst expectations. The Industrials company reported…
Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ:ADP) reported quarterly earnings results on July 29, 2026 that exceeded analyst expectations.
The Industrials company reported earnings per share of $2.64, beating the consensus estimate of $2.60 by $0.04 per share. Revenue came in at $5.5B, beating the estimate of $5.4B.
Automatic Data Processing's stock moved following the earnings release. The stock currently trades at $274.90 with a market capitalization of $86.7B.
Automatic Data Processing's earnings outperformance reflects execution that exceeded Wall Street's expectations. Earnings beats can lead to upward estimate revisions from analysts, which often correlate with sustained stock price appreciation over the following weeks as models are updated.
Earnings reports are most useful when viewed as part of a trend rather than in isolation. Investors tracking Automatic Data Processing should compare this quarter's results against both year-over-year figures and sequential performance to identify whether the business is accelerating, stabilizing, or decelerating. The earnings calendar on Smart Investors Daily tracks upcoming report dates across all publicly traded companies.
| Quarter | EPS Actual | EPS Est. | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 (Jul 2026) | $2.64 | $2.60 | +1.5% |
| Q3 (Apr 2026) | $3.37 | $3.29 | +2.4% |
| Q2 (Jan 2026) | $2.62 | $2.57 | +1.9% |
| Q1 (Sep 2025) | $2.49 | $2.46 | +1.1% |
Related Tools: Earnings Calendar | View ADP Stock Page
Check the latest earnings dates on our ADP earnings page or the Earnings Calendar.
See the full Q4 results including EPS actual vs estimate on our ADP earnings page.
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