Summary
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) reported strong financial performance for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2008, with consolidated revenues from continuing operations growing 13% to $8.78 billion. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations saw a significant increase of 20% to $2.20, reflecting effective cost management and share repurchases. The company's core Employer Services segment continued its robust growth, complemented by strong performance in PEO Services and Dealer Services. ADP highlighted its strategic focus on high-growth, under-penetrated markets, evidenced by the divestiture of non-strategic businesses in prior periods. The company's balance sheet remains solid, with substantial cash and marketable securities. ADP reiterated its commitment to returning excess cash to stockholders through share buybacks and dividends, with a significant repurchase of common stock during the fiscal year. The company is well-positioned to navigate the economic environment, emphasizing its diversified business model and commitment to innovation.
Financial Highlights
31 data points| Revenue | $8.73B |
| SG&A Expenses | $2.36B |
| Operating Expenses | $7.10B |
| Interest Expense | $80.50M |
| Net Income | $1.24B |
| EPS (Basic) | $2.37 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $2.34 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 521.50M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 527.20M |
Key Highlights
- 1Consolidated revenues grew 13% to $8.78 billion in fiscal year 2008.
- 2Diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations increased 20% to $2.20.
- 3Employer Services, the largest segment, saw a 9% revenue increase.
- 4PEO Services and Dealer Services also demonstrated strong revenue growth at 20% and 9% respectively.
- 5The company maintained a strong financial position with $1.66 billion in cash and marketable securities.
- 6ADP repurchased 32.9 million shares of its common stock during fiscal year 2008.
- 7The company's investment portfolio is protected from sub-prime mortgage related assets and is focused on investment-grade securities.