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Automatic Data ProcessingMEX:ADAP 90 EV-to-EBITDA is 14.76 as of Jul. 19, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 19.46. GuruFocus rates MEX:ADAP with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN5,278.57 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,954 Software companies, Automatic Data Processing ranks worse than 64.79% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Automatic Data Processing's enterprise value is MXN1,806,312 Mil.
Automatic Data Processing's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN122,416 Mil. Therefore, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 14.76.
The historical rank and industry rank for Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:ADAP'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 11.5 Med: 19.46 Max: 25.63
Current: 15.39
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Automatic Data Processing was 25.63. The lowest was 11.50. And the median was 19.46.
MEX:ADAP's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 64.79% of 1954
companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 10.395
vs MEX:ADAP: 15.39
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Automatic Data Processing (MEX:ADAP) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Automatic Data Processing's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Automatic Data Processing's share price for today is MXN4310.00.
Automatic Data Processing's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 MXN195.835.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
* 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.
MEX:ADAP vs SNOW, DDOG, ADBE: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Software - Application subindustry, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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-EBITDA vs Software Industry
For the Software industry and Technology sector, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Automatic Data Processing's current Enterprise Value is MXN1,806,312 Mil.
Automatic Data Processing's EBITDA 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 MXN122,416 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 (MEX:ADAP) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 14.76 as of Jul. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Automatic Data Processing. This is 24% below median its historical median of 19.46. Over the past decade, Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.50 to 25.63. According to the industry distribution chart, Automatic Data Processing ranks #1266 out of 1954 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 64.8%.
Is Automatic Data Processing's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Automatic Data Processing's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.76 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 19.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 11.50 to a high of 25.63. The Software industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.40. Automatic Data Processing's value of 14.76 is 42% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Automatic Data Processing ranks #1266 out of 1954 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-EBITDA compare to SNOW and DDOG?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Automatic Data Processing ranks #1266 out of 1954 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Automatic Data Processing in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.40. Automatic Data Processing's value of 14.76 is 42% above this benchmark. Historically, Automatic Data Processing's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 11.50 to 25.63 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 19.46 vs. the industry median of 10.40, 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-EBITDA for a Software company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Software companies is 10.40, based on 1,954 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Automatic Data Processing's current EV-to-EBITDA of 14.76 is 42% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Automatic Data Processing. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Automatic Data Processing's current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.76, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 19.46. 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 MXN5,278.57, compared to a current price of MXN4,310.00 — trading 18.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.76, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 19.46 and 42% above the Software industry median of 10.40. 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Automatic Data Processing (MEX:ADAP), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 14.76 as of Jul. 19, 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 18.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN5,278.57.
GuruFocus considers Automatic Data Processing to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:ADAP:
EV-to-EBITDA: 14.76 (24% below median its 10-year median of 19.46)
GF Value™: MXN5,278.57 vs. price of MXN4,310.00 (18.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 42% above the Software median (#1266 of 1954)
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, 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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