Automatic Data Processing (ADP)
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S&P 500 (SPY) closes above 7600, major indexes reach record highs
On Tuesday, the S&P 500 (SPY) rose 0.13% to close above 7,600 for the first time, while the Dow added 228.91 points, or 0.45%. The Nasdaq Composite edged up 0.03%. This marks new record closes for all three major indexes. Additionally, the ADP private payrolls report is anticipated on Wednesday, along with reports on durable goods and factory orders for April, which may influence market sentiment moving forward.
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General Dynamics (GD), ADP Gain Pre-Market; SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Drops
General Dynamics (GD) and ADP both saw pre-market gains, reflecting positive investor sentiment and potential growth in their sectors. In contrast, SoFi Technologies (SOFI) experienced a decline in pre-market trading, indicating challenges the company may face in maintaining investor confidence. The movements in these stocks can signal varying trends in market sectors, particularly in defense and employment-related industries. The divergence among these stocks could impact investor strategies moving forward.
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ADP Maintains Buy Rating with $270 Price Target Amid Growth Potential
On April 20, Guggenheim maintained a Buy rating for Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) with a price target of $270. They argue that the market is underestimating ADP's growth potential, particularly with its enterprise human capital management tool, Lyric. Guggenheim's analysis highlights Lyric's effectiveness in complex payroll environments and its ability to work alongside existing systems like Workday and SAP. ADP is expected to release its fiscal Q3 2026 earnings on April 29, with projected revenue of approximately $5.85 billion and a GAAP EPS estimate of $3.30.
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ADP Reports 62,000 Job Growth for Private Sector in March 2023
Private sector hiring increased by 62,000 in March 2023, exceeding Dow Jones' estimate of 39,000. This figure is only 4,000 lower than February's revised total. Education and health services contributed 58,000 jobs, while construction added 30,000. Conversely, trade, transportation, and utilities saw a loss of 58,000 jobs. Additionally, wage growth held steady at 4.5% for job stayers and increased to 6.6% for job changers.
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