ADP Automatic Data Processing, Inc.

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Automatic Data Processing Missed Expectations, Raises Guidance, but Remains In-line with Estimates

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 · 7:00 AM ET

Automatic Data Processing (ADP) reported earnings of $2.82 per share on revenue of $5.49 billion for the fiscal first quarter ended September 2026. The consensus earnings estimate was $2.78 per share on revenue of $5.47 billion. The Earnings Whisper number was $2.83 per share. The company missed expectations by 0.35% while revenue grew 6.10% on a year-over-year basis.

The company said it expects fiscal 2027 earnings of $12.23 to $12.45 per share on revenue of approximately $23.26 billion. The company's previous guidance was earnings of $12.12 to $12.34 per share on revenue of $23.04 billion to $23.26 billion, and the current consensus earnings estimate is $12.27 per share on revenue of $23.25 billion for the year ending June 30, 2027.

Automatic Data Processing is the provider of technology-based outsourcing solutions to employers and vehicle retailers and manufacturers.

Earnings Whisper Grade
Power Rating
Reported Earnings
$2.82
Earnings Whisper®
$2.83
Consensus Estimate
$2.78
Earnings Surprise
Earnings Growth13.3 %
Reported Revenue
$5.49B
Revenue Estimate
$5.47B
Revenue Surprise
Revenue Growth6.1 %

*Reported earnings and revenue figures shown above, and any guidance given, are preliminary and may be updated upon further review.*

ADP Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Results

ROSELAND, N.J., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ADP (Nasdaq: ADP), a global leader in HR and payroll solutions, today announced its first quarter fiscal 2027 financial results along with its revised fiscal 2027 outlook through an earnings release available on the company's website at investors.adp.com/events-and-presentations. This earnings release will also be furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on a Current Report on Form 8-K and available at sec.gov.

As previously announced, ADP will host a conference call for financial analysts today, Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. ET. The conference call will be webcast live on ADP's website at investors.adp.com and will be available for replay following the call. A slide presentation accompanying the webcast is also available at investors.adp.com/events-and-presentations.

About ADP (Nasdaq: ADP)
ADP has been shaping the world of work with innovation and expertise for more than 75 years. As a global leader in HR and payroll solutions, ADP continuously works to solve business challenges for our clients and their workers, from simple, easy-to-use tools for small businesses to fully integrated platforms for global enterprises – and everything in between. Always Designing for People means we're focused on just that – people. We use our unmatched AI-driven insights and proven expertise to design innovative solutions that help people achieve greater success at work. More than 1.1 million clients across 140+ countries rely on ADP's exceptional service to support their people and drive their business forward. HR, Talent, Time Management, Benefits, Compliance, and Payroll. Learn more at ADP.com.

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