Automatic Data Processing (BSP:ADPR34) ROCE %: 58.36% (As of Mar. 2026)


BSP:ADPR34 Automatic Data Processing Inc BSP:ADPR34
94 GF Score
Price R$48.31
GF Value R$66.58
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Automatic Data Processing ROCE %?

Automatic Data Processing BSP:ADPR34 94 ROCE % is 58.36% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:ADPR34 with a GF Score™ of 94/100 and a GF Value™ of R$66.58 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

ROCE % measures how well a company generates profits from its capital. It is calculated as EBIT divided by Capital Employed, where Capital Employed is calculated as Total Assets minus Total Current Liabilities. Automatic Data Processing's annualized ROCE % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 58.36%.

Automatic Data Processing  (BSP:ADPR34) ROCE % Explanation

ROCE % can be especially useful when comparing the performance of capital-intensive companies. Unlike ROE %, which indicates the profitability of Shareholders Equity, ROCE % also considers long-term debt in Capital Employed. This can be helpful when analyzing companies with significant debt, as the result is neutralized by taking debt into consideration.

Generally speaking, a higher ROCE % indicates a stonger profitability for a company. Moreover, it is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Investors tend to favor companies with stable and rising ROCE % trend over those with volatile ones.

Automatic Data Processing ROCE % Related Terms

Automatic Data Processing ROCE % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Automatic Data Processing's ROCE % 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 ROCE % Chart

Automatic Data Processing Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
ROCE %
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Automatic Data Processing Quarterly Data
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Automatic Data Processing ROCE % Calculation

Automatic Data Processing's annualized ROCE % for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2025 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(A: Jun. 2025 )  (A: Jun. 2024 )(A: Jun. 2025 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(A: Jun. 2025 )  (A: Jun. 2024 )(A: Jun. 2025 )
=31977.083/( ( (292802.939 - 242805.388) + (295975.464 - 228921.196) )/ 2 )
=31977.083/( (49997.551+67054.268)/ 2 )
=31977.083/58525.9095
=54.64 %

Automatic Data Processing's ROCE % of for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT (1)/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=38918.684/( ( (461767.175 - 393582.382) + (337226.572 - 272042.223) )/ 2 )
=38918.684/( ( 68184.793 + 65184.349 )/ 2 )
=38918.684/66684.571
=58.36 %

(1) Note: The EBIT data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) EBIT data.

* 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 ROCE % →
What does a ROCE % of 58.36% mean?
Automatic Data Processing (BSP:ADPR34) has a ROCE % of 58.36% as of Mar. 2026.
Is Automatic Data Processing's ROCE % too high?
Automatic Data Processing's current ROCE % is 58.36%. The Software industry median ROCE % is 5.28. Automatic Data Processing's value of 58.36% is 1005.3% above this industry median. Overall, Automatic Data Processing has a GF Score™ of 94/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Automatic Data Processing's ROCE % compare to SNOW and DDOG?
Automatic Data Processing's ROCE % of 58.36% can be compared against companies in the Software industry. The industry median ROCE % is 5.28. Automatic Data Processing's value of 58.36% is 1005.3% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROCE % for a Software company?
The median ROCE % among Software companies is 5.28, based on 2,711 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROCE % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROCE % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Automatic Data Processing's current ROCE % of 58.36% is 1005.3% 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 ROCE % mean?
A high ROCE % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Software industry, the median ROCE % is 5.28 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Automatic Data Processing's current ROCE % is 58.36%. 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 (BSP:ADPR34) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$66.58, compared to a current price of R$48.31 — trading 27.4% below its estimated fair value. The current ROCE % is 58.36% and 1005.3% above the Software industry median of 5.28. Automatic Data Processing's overall GF Score™ is 94/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROCE % calculated?
ROCE % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Automatic Data Processing (BSP:ADPR34), the current ROCE % is 58.36% as of Mar. 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 (BSP:ADPR34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Automatic Data Processing stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of R$48.31 is trading 27.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of R$66.58. GuruFocus considers Automatic Data Processing to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:ADPR34:

  • ROCE %: 58.36%
  • GF Value™: R$66.58 vs. price of R$48.31 (27.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 94/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 1005.3% above the Software median

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:ADPR34 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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