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Sonic Automotive

SAH

Sonic Automotive is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, operating a diverse network of franchised dealerships and specialty pre-owned vehicle stores.

Market cap
$3.31B+34.2%
Revenue$15.2B+4.8%
Net income$108.9M-55.5%
Free cash flow$265.2M+249%
EPS (diluted)$3.14-55.2%
Trailing twelve months · change vs. prior year

Earnings

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Jul 30, 2026 (Today)
Revenue estimate$3.8B
EPS estimate$1.75

Financials

Q1 2026

Income statement

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Revenue$3.7B+1.0%
Gross profit$598.8M+5.7%
Operating income$132.7M-8.5%
Net income$60.8M-13.9%
EPS (diluted)$1.79-12.3%

Balance sheet

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Cash & equivalents$5.7M-91.2%
Total debt$2.4B+12.2%
Total equity$981.3M-10.0%
Total assets$6.1B+4.1%

Cash flow

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Operating cash flow$35.5M-81.9%
CapEx$37.0M-17.8%
Free cash flow-$1.5M-101%

Valuation & ratios

Valuation

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Market cap$3.31B+34.2%
Enterprise value$5.73B+25.2%
P/E30.4×+14.4×
P/S0.2×0.0×

Profitability

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Gross margin15.9%+0.6pp
Operating margin2.3%-1.1pp
Net margin0.7%-1.0pp
FCF margin1.7%

Returns & leverage

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Return on equity10.5%-14.0pp
Debt / equity2.5×+0.5×
Current ratio-0.1×

Segments

By product

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Retail New Vehicles$1.6B-3.0%
Parts, service and collision repair$516.6M+8.9%
Finance, insurance and other, net$202.4M+6.1%
Wholesale vehicles$71.8M-13.2%
Fleet New Vehicles$20.7M-6.3%

Competitors

Profile

Sonic Automotive is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States, operating a diverse network of franchised dealerships and specialty pre-owned vehicle stores. The company provides a comprehensive guest experience through vehicle sales, maintenance and repair services, and the arrangement of third-party financing and insurance products. Its value proposition centers on a diversified revenue model that balances cyclical new vehicle sales with stable, high-margin parts and service operations.

Competitive position

One of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S. with a significant concentration in high-margin luxury and mid-line import brands.

GeographiesUnited States, Texas, California, Colorado, Tennessee
Customer segmentsRetail Consumers, Used Car Buyers, Luxury Vehicle Buyers, Powersports Customers
Business modelB2C Retail, Franchise Operations, Service and Maintenance Provider, Commission-based Finance and Insurance
SuppliersAutomotive Manufacturers (OEMs), Vehicle Auctions, Wholesale Vehicle Providers, Third-party Finance and Insurance Providers
CustomersIndividual Retail Consumers, Commercial Fleet Owners, Used Vehicle Buyers
Listed1997
Employees10.5K
CEODavid Bruton Smith
FilingsSEC EDGAR

Questions, answered.

What is Sonic Automotive's market cap?
Sonic Automotive (SAH) has a market capitalization of $3.3B and trades on NYSE.
What is Sonic Automotive's revenue and profitability?
Sonic Automotive generated $15.2B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $108.9M, representing a net margin of 0.7%. Gross margin stands at 15.9%, with free cash flow of $265.2M. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Who are Sonic Automotive's competitors?
Sonic Automotive's key competitors include Penske Automotive Group, Inc., Lithia Motors, Inc., AutoNation, Inc., and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Who does Sonic Automotive partner with?
Sonic Automotive's notable partners include BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, and others.
What subsidiaries does Sonic Automotive have?
Sonic Automotive's subsidiaries include EchoPark Automotive.
Where is Sonic Automotive headquartered?
Sonic Automotive is headquartered in United States of America and employs approximately 10,500 people. It has been publicly traded since 1997.