Ninety One UK Ltd Trims Stake in Automatic Data Processing

The institutional investor reduced its holdings in the business services provider by 1.2% in Q4 2025.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:42am

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Ninety One UK Ltd, an institutional investor, reduced its holdings in Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADP) by 1.2% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to the company's most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. Ninety One UK Ltd now owns 2,375,108 shares of the business services provider's stock, valued at $610,949,000, making it the 22nd largest position in the firm's portfolio.

Why it matters

Automatic Data Processing is a major provider of cloud-based human capital management and payroll solutions, serving employers of all sizes. Tracking institutional investor activity in the stock can provide insights into market sentiment and the overall performance of the company.

The details

Ninety One UK Ltd sold 27,843 shares of Automatic Data Processing stock during the fourth quarter, reducing its total holdings to 2,375,108 shares. This represents a 1.2% decrease in the firm's position. Automatic Data Processing makes up 1.3% of Ninety One UK Ltd's portfolio, making it the 22nd largest holding.

  • Ninety One UK Ltd filed the 13F report for the fourth quarter of 2025.

The players

Ninety One UK Ltd

An institutional investor that owns a stake in Automatic Data Processing, Inc.

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.

A global provider of cloud-based human capital management and payroll solutions.

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The takeaway

The reduction in Ninety One UK Ltd's position in Automatic Data Processing suggests the institutional investor may have a more cautious outlook on the company's near-term performance or broader market conditions. However, the stock still represents a significant holding in the firm's portfolio, indicating ongoing confidence in the business services provider's long-term prospects.