Stock Analysis on Net

Automatic Data Processing Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP)

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Income Statement 

Automatic Data Processing Inc., consolidated income statement

US$ in thousands

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12 months ended: Jun 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2019 Jun 30, 2018 Jun 30, 2017 Jun 30, 2016
Revenues, other than interest on funds held for clients and PEO revenues 9,768,600 9,538,100 9,375,800 8,985,200 8,518,100 8,234,000
Interest on funds held for clients 422,400 545,200 561,900 466,500 397,400 377,300
Professional Employer Organization (PEO) revenues 4,814,400 4,506,500 4,237,500 3,874,100 3,464,300 3,056,500
Revenues 15,005,400 14,589,800 14,175,200 13,325,800 12,379,800 11,667,800
Operating expenses (7,520,700) (7,404,100) (7,145,900) (6,937,900) (6,416,100) (6,025,000)
Systems development and programming costs (716,600) (674,100) (636,300) (630,200) (627,500) (603,700)
Depreciation and amortization (403,000) (366,900) (304,400) (274,500) (226,200) (211,600)
Costs of revenues (8,640,300) (8,445,100) (8,086,600) (7,842,600) (7,269,800) (6,840,300)
Gross profit 6,365,100 6,144,700 6,088,600 5,483,200 5,110,000 4,827,500
Selling, general, and administrative expenses (3,040,500) (3,003,000) (3,064,200) (2,971,500) (2,783,200) (2,637,000)
Operating income 3,324,600 3,141,700 3,024,400 2,511,700 2,326,800 2,190,500
Interest expense (59,700) (107,100) (129,900) (102,700) (80,000) (56,200)
Interest income on corporate funds 36,500 84,500 97,600 83,500 76,700 62,400
Realized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities, net 11,300 12,900 (900) (2,500) 2,200 (5,000)
Impairment of assets (19,900) (29,900) (12,100)
Gain on sale of assets 8,100 5,800 4,100 700 13,900
Gain on sale of investment 1,700 200 15,700
Gain on sale of business 205,400 29,100
Non-service components of pension income (expense), net 58,600 74,500 6,700 (319,600)
Other income (expense), net 96,300 148,000 111,100 (237,900) 284,300 100,400
Earnings from continuing operations before income taxes 3,361,200 3,182,600 3,005,600 2,171,100 2,531,100 2,234,700
Provision for income taxes (762,700) (716,100) (712,800) (550,300) (797,700) (741,300)
Net earnings from continuing operations 2,598,500 2,466,500 2,292,800 1,620,800 1,733,400 1,493,400
Net loss from discontinued operations (900)
Net earnings 2,598,500 2,466,500 2,292,800 1,620,800 1,733,400 1,492,500

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2021-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-06-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-06-30).


The financial results show a consistent upward trend in total revenues over the six-year period, increasing from approximately $11.67 billion in 2016 to $15.01 billion in 2021. This growth is largely driven by steady increases in all three revenue components: revenues other than interest and PEO revenues, interest on funds held for clients, and PEO revenues. Notably, PEO revenues exhibit strong growth, rising from $3.06 billion in 2016 to $4.81 billion in 2021. Interest on funds held for clients peaks around 2019 before declining significantly by 2021.

Operating expenses increased from $6.03 billion in 2016 to $7.52 billion in 2021. Within this category, systems development and programming costs, as well as depreciation and amortization, have shown consistent rises, indicating increased investment in technology and asset utilization. Costs of revenues similarly exhibit a steady increase over time, consistent with revenue growth. Despite rising expenses, gross profit expanded from $4.83 billion to $6.37 billion, reflecting effective cost management relative to sales growth.

Selling, general, and administrative expenses have grown moderately but remain relatively stable as a proportion of revenues, increasing from $2.64 billion in 2016 to $3.04 billion in 2021. Correspondingly, operating income improved steadily, demonstrating enhanced operational efficiency and profitability, increasing from $2.19 billion in 2016 to $3.32 billion in 2021.

Interest expense peaked in 2019 and then decreased markedly by 2021, which could imply improved debt management or refinancing activities. Interest income on corporate funds also peaked mid-period before declining by 2021. Gains and losses on various transactions and assets reveal some volatility, with a substantial gain on the sale of a business in 2017. Impairments of assets have appeared in the later years, suggesting periodic write-downs affecting net income components.

Other income and expense have shown variability, with notable negative income in 2018 but recovery thereafter. Earnings from continuing operations before income taxes increased consistently, reflecting profitable core business activities. The provision for income taxes also rose but at a more moderate pace compared to income before taxes.

Net earnings from continuing operations increased from $1.49 billion in 2016 to $2.60 billion in 2021, indicating sustained profitability growth. Discontinued operations had a minor negative effect in 2016 but were not present in later years. Overall, net earnings mirror the trend of continuing operations and show robust expansion over the six-year span.

Revenue Trends
Consistent growth driven by all revenue components; PEO revenues exhibit strong and steady increase; interest income on client funds peaks then declines.
Expense Patterns
Operating expenses rise steadily; increased investment in technology and asset usage shown by systems development costs and depreciation; cost control reflected in gross profit expansion.
Profitability
Operating income and net earnings increase substantially, indicating effective operational management and growing profit margins.
Financial Income and Expenses
Interest expense peaks mid-period then declines significantly; interest income follows a similar but less pronounced pattern; gains on asset sales and impairments demonstrate some volatility.
Taxation
Provision for income taxes increases in line with pre-tax earnings but at a lower growth rate, supporting improved net profitability.
Overall Financial Health
Strong upward trends in revenues and earnings suggest solid financial health and operational effectiveness, with cautious management of assets and liabilities reflected in impairments and interest expense reductions.