Automatic Data Processing (MEX:ADAP) EV-to-EBIT: 16.17 (As of Jul. 18, 2026) — 25% Below Median

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MEX:ADAP Automatic Data Processing Inc MEX:ADAP
90 GF Score
Price MXN4,310.00
GF Value MXN5,153.29
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Automatic Data Processing EV-to-EBIT?

Automatic Data Processing MEX:ADAP 90 EV-to-EBIT is 16.17 as of Jul. 18, 2026, which is 25% below its 10-year median of 21.70. GuruFocus rates MEX:ADAP with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN5,153.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,763 Software companies, Automatic Data Processing ranks worse than 57.18% on this metric.

EV-to-EBIT is calculated as Enterprise Value divided by its EBIT. As of today, Automatic Data Processing's Enterprise Value is MXN1,806,312 Mil. Automatic Data Processing's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN111,719 Mil. Therefore, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT for today is 16.17.

The historical rank and industry rank for Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:ADAP' s EV-to-EBIT Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12.6   Med: 21.7   Max: 29.3
Current: 16.86

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBIT of Automatic Data Processing was 29.30. The lowest was 12.60. And the median was 21.70.

MEX:ADAP's EV-to-EBIT is ranked worse than
57.18% of 1763 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.26 vs MEX:ADAP: 16.86

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %. Automatic Data Processing's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN1,494,052 Mil. Automatic Data Processing's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN111,719 Mil. Automatic Data Processing's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 7.48%.


Automatic Data Processing  (MEX:ADAP) EV-to-EBIT Explanation

This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.

Joel Greenblatt calls the inversion of this ratio Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) %.

Automatic Data Processing's Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Earnings Yield (Joel Greenblatt) % (Q: Mar. 2026 ) =EBIT / Enterprise Value (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=111719.484/1494051.594
=7.48 %

Automatic Data Processing's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN1,494,052 Mil.
Automatic Data Processing's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN111,719 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


Automatic Data Processing EV-to-EBIT Related Terms


Automatic Data Processing EV-to-EBIT Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Automatic Data Processing EV-to-EBIT Chart

Automatic Data Processing Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
EV-to-EBIT
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Automatic Data Processing Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBIT Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 22.24 21.89 20.68 17.73 13.48

MEX:ADAP vs SNOW, DDOG, ADBE: EV-to-EBIT Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Automatic Data Processing EV-to-EBIT vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT falls into.


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Automatic Data Processing EV-to-EBIT Calculation

Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBIT=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBIT (TTM)
=1806311.562/111719.484
=16.17

Automatic Data Processing's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,806,312 Mil.
Automatic Data Processing's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN111,719 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBIT →
What does a EV-to-EBIT of 16.17 mean?
Automatic Data Processing (MEX:ADAP) has a EV-to-EBIT of 16.17 as of Jul. 18, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Automatic Data Processing and its competitors. This is 25% below median its historical median of 21.70. Over the past decade, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 12.60 to 29.30. According to the industry distribution chart, Automatic Data Processing ranks #1008 out of 1763 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 57.2%.
Is Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Automatic Data Processing's current EV-to-EBIT of 16.17 is 25% below median its 10-year median of 21.70. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.60 to a high of 29.30. The Software industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.26. Automatic Data Processing's value of 16.17 is 13.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Automatic Data Processing ranks #1008 out of 1763 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Automatic Data Processing has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBIT compare to SNOW and DDOG?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Automatic Data Processing ranks #1008 out of 1763 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Automatic Data Processing in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 14.26. Automatic Data Processing's value of 16.17 is 13.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Automatic Data Processing's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 12.60 to 29.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 21.70 vs. the industry median of 14.26, Automatic Data Processing has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Software company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Software companies is 14.26, based on 1,763 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Automatic Data Processing's current EV-to-EBIT of 16.17 is 13.4% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Automatic Data Processing and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 14.26 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Automatic Data Processing's current EV-to-EBIT is 16.17, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 21.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Automatic Data Processing stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Automatic Data Processing (MEX:ADAP) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN5,153.29, compared to a current price of MXN4,310.00 — trading 16.4% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 16.17, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 21.70 and 13.4% above the Software industry median of 14.26. Automatic Data Processing's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Automatic Data Processing (MEX:ADAP), the current EV-to-EBIT is 16.17 as of Jul. 18, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Automatic Data Processing (MEX:ADAP) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Automatic Data Processing stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN4,310.00 is trading 16.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN5,153.29. GuruFocus considers Automatic Data Processing to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ADAP:

  • EV-to-EBIT: 16.17 (25% below median its 10-year median of 21.70)
  • GF Value™: MXN5,153.29 vs. price of MXN4,310.00 (16.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 13.4% above the Software median (#1008 of 1763)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:ADAP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Automatic Data Processing Business Description

Address One ADP Boulevard, Roseland, NJ, USA, 07068
Automatic Data Processing, or ADP, is a global, cloud-based human capital management provider offering payroll, compliance, talent management, benefits administration, and retirement services. The firm also provides HR outsourcing services, including PEO offerings, enabling clients to reduce HR overhead. Its broad suite serves customers of all sizes across diverse sectors, and the firm holds large market shares in its core markets. As of fiscal 2025, ADP counts over 1.1 million clients and manages payroll for more than 42 million workers across 140 countries.
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