Sonic Automotive (SAH)
NYSE:SAH
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SAH Stock Chart & Stats
$70.70
-$0.14(-0.22%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$70.70
-$0.14(-0.22%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$54.11 - $89.62
Previous CloseN/A
Volume36.84K
Average Volume (3M)201.34K
Market Cap
$2.55B
Enterprise Value$7.07B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$5.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$4.43B
Price to Earnings (P/E)25.3
Beta0.94
Next Earnings
Jul 23, 2026EPS Estimate
1.76Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.27%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)3.22
Shares Outstanding19,574,728
10 Day Avg. Volume225,503
30 Day Avg. Volume201,338
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.40
Price to Book (P/B)1.97
Price to Sales (P/S)0.14
P/FCF Ratio5.04
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.78
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.47
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.93
Enterprise Value/Ebitda13.82
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$83.50Price Target Upside18.10% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)6.9
Revenue Forecast (FY)$15.57B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthSonic’s sizable TTM revenue rebound reflects durable demand recovery and scale across new, used, F&I and service channels. Higher top line supports fixed-ops density, dealer negotiating leverage with OEMs, and provides a larger base for recurring service and F&I profits even if volumes ebb.
Fixed Ops & F&IFixed operations and F&I now drive the majority of gross profit, providing higher-margin, recurring revenue that is less cyclical than new-vehicle sales. Consistent growth here enhances margin stability, cash generation and customer retention, cushioning earnings through vehicle volume cycles.
Sourcing ImprovementsShifting acquisitions away from auctions materially raises per-unit gross profit and reduces exposure to auction price swings. This structural sourcing change should persistently improve used-vehicle margins and lower earnings volatility tied to wholesale market dislocations.
Bears Say
High LeverageSonic’s elevated leverage materially limits financial flexibility and increases sensitivity to interest rates and cyclical downturns. High debt ratios raise covenant and refinancing risk, constraining the firm's ability to invest, absorb margin shocks, or pursue opportunistic M&A without deleveraging first.
Thin ProfitabilityVery thin operating and net margins leave limited room to cover marketing, warranty, or sourcing cost increases. Even with revenue growth, small margin shifts materially affect free cash flow, making long-term earnings power fragile and sensitive to wholesale spreads and input cost inflation.
Wholesale/Auction VolatilityWidening volatility in auction pricing compresses used-vehicle spreads, a core profit driver. If wholesale strength persists, retail margins will erode absent continued non-auction sourcing or retail price power, making used-vehicle profitability—and overall dealer economics—structurally more uncertain.
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SAH FAQ
What was Sonic Automotive’s price range in the past 12 months?
Sonic Automotive lowest stock price was $54.11 and its highest was $89.62 in the past 12 months.
What is Sonic Automotive’s market cap?
Sonic Automotive’s market cap is $2.55B.
When is Sonic Automotive’s upcoming earnings report date?
Sonic Automotive’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 23, 2026 which is in 29 days.
How were Sonic Automotive’s earnings last quarter?
Sonic Automotive released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported $1.62 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.403 by $0.217.
Is Sonic Automotive overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Sonic Automotive’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Sonic Automotive pay dividends?
Sonic Automotive pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.41 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.27%. See more information on Sonic Automotive dividends here
What is Sonic Automotive’s EPS estimate?
Sonic Automotive’s EPS estimate is 1.76.
How many shares outstanding does Sonic Automotive have?
Sonic Automotive has 19,574,728 shares outstanding.
What happened to Sonic Automotive’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Sonic Automotive reported an EPS of $1.62 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.403. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 7.421%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Sonic Automotive?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SAH
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$83.50 (18.10% Upside)
$83.50 (18.10% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SAH Sentiment 67%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 78.0K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
3.83%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
10.50%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.12%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Sonic Automotive
Sonic Automotive, Inc. operates as a significant automotive retailer across the United States, structuring its diverse business activities into two primary divisions: Franchised Dealerships and EchoPark. The Franchised Dealerships segment is responsible for selling both new and pre-owned cars and light trucks, in addition to supplying replacement parts. This division also provides a full range of services, including routine vehicle maintenance, authorized manufacturer warranty repairs, and specialized paint and collision repair. Moreover, it assists customers in securing supplementary products such as extended warranties, service contracts, financing options, insurance, and other aftermarket offerings. The EchoPark segment specializes in the retail of used cars and light trucks. Operating from its dedicated pre-owned vehicle specialty stores, this division also helps clients with the purchase of finance and insurance products. As of December 31, 2021, Sonic Automotive's extensive network included 140 new vehicle franchises representing 28 distinct automotive brands. The company also managed 17 collision repair centers spread across 17 states, alongside 46 EchoPark stores located in 16 states, which comprised 11 Northwest Motorsport pre-owned vehicle outlets. Founded in 1997, Sonic Automotive, Inc. is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
SAH Company Deck
SAH Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed multiple operational and financial wins: record revenue and gross profit, robust EBITDA and income momentum at EchoPark, strong fixed operations and F&I performance, meaningful powersports growth, improved sourcing that raises GPU resilience, and a strong capital-return posture (buybacks and dividend increase). Key challenges include a 4% same-store revenue decline driven by a 10% drop in new vehicle retail volume, same-store GPU pressures in new and used vehicles, and the risk of wholesale auction price volatility narrowing margins. Management emphasized mitigation actions—non-auction sourcing, fixed-ops growth, EchoPark efficiency, targeted marketing investment, and balance sheet flexibility—indicating confidence in execution despite macro and industry headwinds.View all SAH earnings summariesSAH Revenue Breakdown
81.93% Franchised Dealerships
16.94% EchoPark
1.14% Powersports
SAH Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$83.50
▲(18.10% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
46.01% Insiders
27.23% Mutual Funds
1.42% Other Institutional Investors
0.96% Public Companies and
Individual Investors