Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) is included among the 15 Best Dividend Growth Stocks to Buy Now.
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On October 30, JPMorgan lowered its price target on Automatic Data Processing, Inc. to $295 from $340 while maintaining an Underweight rating on the shares, according to a report by The Fly. The firm made minimal adjustments to its estimates following the company’s fiscal Q1 results.
In its first-quarter report for fiscal 2026, Automatic Data Processing, Inc. posted strong results, with revenue reaching $5.2 billion, reflecting a 7.09% increase from the same period last year. Net earnings rose 6% to $1.0 billion, supported by robust new business bookings, strong client revenue retention, and higher client funds interest revenue, all of which contributed to results exceeding expectations.
It is also a solid dividend company. Over the past decade, Automatic Data Processing, Inc. has returned approximately $30 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, nearly tripling its dividend in that time. ADP has also earned its place among the select group of Dividend Kings, with a remarkable 50-year streak of consecutive dividend increases.
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. is a global leader in human resources and payroll services, providing business solutions to more than 1.1 million clients across corporations, governments, and small businesses worldwide.
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