Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP): Can They Remain HR Leaders?

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Stock Spotlight

Michael

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Stock Spotlight is a podcast dedicated to highlighting intriguing investment opportunities. In each episode, host Michael shines a light on promising stocks that have earned a 'watch' or 'pass' rating on his 33-question research checklist. Listeners can expect a thorough exploration of selected companies, covering their business models, financial performance and market positioning. As the show evolves, Michael will also delve into broader investing topics.

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Stock Spotlight is a podcast dedicated to highlighting intriguing investment opportunities. In each episode, host Michael shines a light on promising stocks that have earned a 'watch' or 'pass' rating on his 33-question research checklist. Listeners can expect a thorough exploration of selected companies, covering their business models, financial performance and market positioning. As the show evolves, Michael will also delve into broader investing topics.

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Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP): Can They Remain HR Leaders?

Stock Spotlight

49 minutes 34 seconds

12 months ago

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP): Can They Remain HR Leaders?

In this episode of Stock Spotlight, host Michael examines Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP), a leader in HR services and human capital management (HCM) solutions with a legacy dating back to 1949. Michael highlights ADP's evolution from manual payroll processing to a comprehensive HCM innovator, especially under the leadership of CEO Maria Black, who took over in 2023. He discusses the company's strong market position, characterized by high customer retention rates and strategic initiatives like international expansion and generative AI integration, alongside the valuable insights provided by the ADP Research Institute.

As of November 4th, 2024, Michael plans to watch ADP closely, eyeing a buy range between $210 and $220 to ensure a margin of safety given the competitive landscape and current price of $290, which he considers slightly overvalued. While ADP shows strong fundamentals and medium growth potential, he emphasizes the importance of patience and strategic entry points for investors looking to capitalize on this established player in the HR services and HCM industries.

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00:00 Intro

00:37 Investment Checklist & Database

02:35 Business & Industry Overview

15:30 Business Model & High-Quality Attributes

24:22 Growth Areas & Risk Factors

29:10 KPIs to Track

30:42 Financial Statement Overview

37:03 Management

43:10 Ownership Structure

43:53 Valuation & Technical Analysis

48:10 Episode Takeaways

49:00 Outro

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