What If You Had Invested $1,000.00 in Company Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Back in 2015?
Company Profile
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
9.77
Technology
Software
NASDAQ
https://www.adp.com/
31.34
0.124T (Large-Cap)
Investment Scenario
Let’s go back to 2015. Imagine an investor who invested $1,000.00 in Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) company stock and held it steadily for 10 years . Instead of chasing short-term gains, the investor adopted a long-term approach—holding the shares without selling. Over time, the value of the investment grew not only through stock price appreciation but also through the accumulation of dividend payouts.
As of January 1, 2025, the $1,000.00 investment in NASDAQ:ADP would be worth approximately $3,525.96 , thanks to stock splits, price appreciation, and consistent dividend payouts. This reflects a total Gain from stocks of 2,525.96 , a return on investment (ROI) of 252.60%, and an annualized compounded growth rate (CAGR) of around 13.43%. This highlights the power of long-term investing and shows how a disciplined, patient approach—paired with investing in a fundamentally strong company like Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)—can lead to significant wealth creation over time.
Time Period: 1 Jan, 2015 - 1 Jan, 2025
$1,000.00 invested in Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in 2015 grew to $3,525.96 by 1 Jan, 2025.
Wealth grew over time through a mix of dividend income and stock price appreciation. Dividends added to capital, while stock splits increased the number of shares held. Even without reinvesting dividends, the portfolio expanded steadily. As years passed, compounding took effect — turning small gains into larger ones. Holding the stock long-term allowed capital to grow naturally. This shows how patience, steady returns, and the power of compounding can help build lasting wealth from a single investment.
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Investment Summary (2015–2025)
| Investment Duration | 10 years |
| Initial Investment in 2015 | $1,000.00 |
| Share Price in 2015 | $82.98 |
| Total Shares Purchased | 12 |
By 2025, the share price increased to $293.83. This resulted in a significant appreciation in the value of the investment.
| Share Price in 2025 | $293.83 |
| Value of 12 Shares in 2025 | $3,525.96 [3.53K] |
| Final Investment Value (2025) | $3,525.96 |
| Total Dividend Earned | $423.96 |
| Total Gain | $2,525.96 |
| Return on Investment (ROI) | 252.60% |
This performance reflects a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 13.43% — a strong return over the period.
Yearly Breakdown
2015
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $24.00 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $82.98 |
| Final Investment Value | $995.76 [ ~995.76 ] |
Dividend: $0.49 per share on Mar 11, 2015
Dividend: $0.49 per share on Jun 10, 2015
Dividend: $0.49 per share on Sep 09, 2015
Dividend: $0.53 per share on Dec 09, 2015
2016
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $25.92 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $83.93 |
| Final Investment Value | $1,007.16 [ ~1.01K ] |
Dividend: $0.53 per share on Mar 09, 2016
Dividend: $0.53 per share on Jun 08, 2016
Dividend: $0.53 per share on Sep 07, 2016
Dividend: $0.57 per share on Dec 07, 2016
2017
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $28.08 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $102.38 |
| Final Investment Value | $1,228.56 [ ~1.23K ] |
Dividend: $0.57 per share on Mar 08, 2017
Dividend: $0.57 per share on Jun 07, 2017
Dividend: $0.57 per share on Sep 07, 2017
Dividend: $0.63 per share on Dec 07, 2017
2018
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $33.60 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $116.03 |
| Final Investment Value | $1,392.36 [ ~1.39K ] |
Dividend: $0.63 per share on Mar 08, 2018
Dividend: $0.69 per share on Jun 07, 2018
Dividend: $0.69 per share on Sep 13, 2018
Dividend: $0.79 per share on Dec 13, 2018
2019
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $39.36 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $129.16 |
| Final Investment Value | $1,549.92 [ ~1.55K ] |
Dividend: $0.79 per share on Mar 07, 2019
Dividend: $0.79 per share on Jun 13, 2019
Dividend: $0.79 per share on Sep 12, 2019
Dividend: $0.91 per share on Dec 12, 2019
2020
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $43.92 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $171.96 |
| Final Investment Value | $2,063.52 [ ~2.06K ] |
Dividend: $0.91 per share on Mar 12, 2020
Dividend: $0.91 per share on Jun 11, 2020
Dividend: $0.91 per share on Sep 10, 2020
Dividend: $0.93 per share on Dec 10, 2020
2021
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $45.96 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $175.97 |
| Final Investment Value | $2,111.64 [ ~2.11K ] |
Dividend: $0.93 per share on Mar 11, 2021
Dividend: $0.93 per share on Jun 10, 2021
Dividend: $0.93 per share on Sep 09, 2021
Dividend: $1.04 per share on Dec 09, 2021
2022
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $52.44 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $245.06 |
| Final Investment Value | $2,940.72 [ ~2.94K ] |
Dividend: $1.04 per share on Mar 10, 2022
Dividend: $1.04 per share on Jun 09, 2022
Dividend: $1.04 per share on Sep 08, 2022
Dividend: $1.25 per share on Dec 08, 2022
2023
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $61.80 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $240.79 |
| Final Investment Value | $2,889.48 [ ~2.89K ] |
Dividend: $1.25 per share on Mar 09, 2023
Dividend: $1.25 per share on Jun 08, 2023
Dividend: $1.25 per share on Sep 07, 2023
Dividend: $1.40 per share on Dec 07, 2023
2024
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $68.88 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $233.38 |
| Final Investment Value | $2,800.56 [ ~2.80K ] |
Dividend: $1.40 per share on Mar 07, 2024
Dividend: $1.40 per share on Jun 14, 2024
Dividend: $1.40 per share on Sep 13, 2024
Dividend: $1.54 per share on Dec 13, 2024
2025
| Shares | 12 |
| Current Year Dividend | $0.00 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 12 Shares |
| Share Price | $293.83 |
| Final Investment Value | $3,525.96 [ ~3.53K ] |
No Event of stock split or dividend
Insights from the Market
ADP has traded between a 52-week low of 249.49 and a high of 329.93 per share so far this year.
Investors who bought $1,000.00 worth of ADP shares 10 years ago would now be looking at an investment valued at approximately $2.53K (as of 1 January 2025), based on the share price alone — with total returns rising to $3,949.92 when including $423.96 in dividends received over the period.