Gross Profit Comparison: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. and Republic Services, Inc. Trends

A Decade of Growth: Comparing Giants in Payroll and Waste Management

In the ever-evolving landscape of American business, Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP) and Republic Services, Inc. have emerged as leaders in their respective fields. Over the past decade, ADP, a titan in payroll services, has seen its gross profit soar by approximately 89%, from $4.6 billion in 2014 to an impressive $8.7 billion in 2024. This growth reflects ADP's strategic innovations and market expansion.

Meanwhile, Republic Services, a key player in waste management, has demonstrated a steady upward trajectory, with a 91% increase in gross profit from $3.2 billion in 2014 to $6 billion in 2023. This growth underscores the rising demand for sustainable waste solutions.

While ADP's data for 2024 is available, Republic Services' figures for the same year remain undisclosed, leaving room for speculation on its continued growth trajectory.