Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 1.05
Is Automatic Data Processing, Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.05 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.03, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.99–1.07).
As of Thursday, June 11, 2026. 1.94% above its 12-month average of 1.03.
ADP Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
ADP Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
ADP Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
ADP Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
1.05
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
1.03
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
1.01
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
1.03
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
1.05
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
1.06
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
1.17
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+1.94%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+3.96%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+2.27%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+0.26%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-1.06%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-9.89%
ADP Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) | $91.77B | 1.05 | 1.03 | 1.01 | 1.03 |
| United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) | $89.45B | 1.22 | 1.17 | 1.14 | 1.18 |
| Cummins Inc. (CMI) | $88.11B | 1.16 | 0.98 | 0.87 | 0.99 |
| Johnson Controls International plc (JCI) | $87.86B | 0.76 | 0.78 | 0.79 | 0.84 |
| 3M Company (MMM) | $81.35B | 1.33 | 1.21 | 1.05 | 1.12 |
| Emerson Electric Co. (EMR) | $77.05B | 0.65 | 1.02 | 1.32 | 1.25 |
| Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH) | $111.16B | 0.71 | 0.63 | 0.86 | 0.93 |
| Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) | $72.22B | 0.89 | 0.94 | 0.95 | 1.20 |
| Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (RKLB) | $62.52B | 3.61 | 2.65 | 2.61 | 3.23 |
| PACCAR Inc (PCAR) | $60.57B | 1.42 | 1.94 | 2.13 | 2.24 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
1.05
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
1.05
Includes inventory
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition
Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities
The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for ADP stock is 1.05.
- Is Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Automatic Data Processing, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 1.05 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.03, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.99–1.07).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for ADP stock is 1.03.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for ADP stock is 1.01.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for ADP stock is 1.03.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for ADP stock is 1.05.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for ADP stock is 1.06.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for ADP stock is 1.17.
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-06-30 | 1.05 |
| 2024-06-30 | 1.01 |
| 2023-06-30 | 0.99 |
| 2022-06-30 | 0.99 |
| 2021-06-30 | 1.07 |
| 2020-06-30 | 1.05 |
| 2019-06-30 | 1.05 |
| 2018-06-30 | 1.05 |
| 2017-06-30 | 1.10 |
| 2016-06-30 | 1.10 |
| 2015-06-30 | 1.06 |
| 2014-06-30 | 1.14 |
| 2013-06-30 | 1.06 |
| 2012-06-30 | 1.08 |
| 2011-06-30 | 1.07 |
| 2010-06-30 | 1.11 |
| 2009-06-30 | 1.10 |
| 2008-06-30 | 1.08 |
| 2007-06-30 | 1.88 |
| 2006-06-30 | 1.84 |
| 2005-06-30 | 1.59 |
| 2004-06-30 | 1.56 |
| 2003-06-30 | 1.84 |
| 2002-06-30 | 2.00 |
| 2001-06-30 | 2.31 |
| 2000-06-30 | 2.36 |
| 1999-06-30 | 1.71 |
| 1998-06-30 | 1.50 |
| 1997-06-30 | 1.77 |
| 1996-06-30 | 1.74 |
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About Automatic Data Processing, Inc.
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) is a global provider of cloud-based solutions designed for human capital management (HCM). The company organizes its operations into two primary segments: Employer Services and Professional Employer Organization (PEO). Through its Employer Services division, ADP delivers strategic, cloud-powered platforms and comprehensive human resources (HR) outsourcing. This encompasses a wide array of services such as payroll processing, benefits administration, talent acquisition and management, general HR and workforce management, insurance, retirement planning, and regulatory compliance, often integrated into holistic HCM solutions. Conversely, the Professional Employer Organization (PEO) segment specializes in offering HR outsourcing to small and mid-sized businesses, leveraging a co-employment framework. This segment's offerings span robust benefits packages, regulatory protection and compliance, talent engagement strategies, specialized HR expertise, all-encompassing outsourcing, and even recruitment process outsourcing. Established in 1949, ADP maintains its corporate headquarters in Roseland, New Jersey.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Staffing & Employment Services
- CEO
- Maria Black