Is Sonic Automotive, Inc. a good investment? Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) is currently trading at 84.61 USD. Market analysts have a consensus price target of 83.58 USD. This suggests the asset is currently trading above analyst expectations.
In terms of valuation, the stock trades at a P/E ratio of 25.92. This valuation is generally in line with the broader market.
Earnings Schedule: Sonic Automotive, Inc. is expected to release its next earnings report on July 23, 2026. The market consensus estimate for Forward EPS is 7.53.
For income investors, Sonic Automotive, Inc. pays a dividend yield of 1.76%. With a payout ratio of 46%, the dividend appears sustainable.
Yes, it pays an annual dividend of 1.49 USD (1.76% yield).
Sonic Automotive, Inc. is classified as a Stock. You can compare it against 2 other assets in the "Related Symbols" list on this page.
The next earnings date is projected to be July 23, 2026. The company currently has a trailing EPS of 3.17.
Sonic Automotive, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. It operates in three segments: Franchised Dealerships, EchoPark, and Powersports. The Franchised Dealerships segment engages in the sale of new and used cars and light trucks; sale of replacement parts; provision of vehicle maintenance, manufacturer warranty repairs, and paint and collision repair services; and arrangement of third-party financing, extended warranties, service contracts, insurance, and other aftermarket products. The EchoPark segment sells used cars and light trucks; and arranges third-party finance and insurance product sales for its guests in pre-owned vehicle specialty retail locations. The Powersports segment is involved in the sale of new and used powersports vehicles, such as motorcycles, personal watercraft, and all-terrain vehicles; and provision of fixed operations services, and third-party finance and insurance services. Sonic Automotive, Inc. was incorporated in 1997 and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
| Year | Total Dividends |
|---|---|
| ▸2027 |
1.07 USD
|
| April 15, 2027 (estimated) | 0.5407 |
| Jan. 15, 2027 (estimated) | 0.5325 |
| ▸2026 |
1.69 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2026 (estimated) | 0.5204 |
| July 15, 2026 | 0.4100 |
| April 15, 2026 | 0.3800 |
| Jan. 15, 2026 | 0.3800 |
| ▸2025 |
1.43 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2025 | 0.3800 |
| July 15, 2025 | 0.3500 |
| April 15, 2025 | 0.3500 |
| Jan. 15, 2025 | 0.3500 |
| ▸2024 |
1.20 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2024 | 0.3000 |
| July 15, 2024 | 0.3000 |
| April 15, 2024 | 0.3000 |
| Jan. 12, 2024 | 0.3000 |
| ▸2023 |
1.14 USD
|
| Oct. 13, 2023 | 0.2900 |
| July 14, 2023 | 0.2900 |
| April 14, 2023 | 0.2800 |
| Jan. 13, 2023 | 0.2800 |
| ▸2022 |
0.87 USD
|
| Oct. 14, 2022 | 0.2500 |
| July 15, 2022 | 0.2500 |
| April 14, 2022 | 0.2500 |
| Jan. 14, 2022 | 0.1200 |
| ▸2021 |
0.44 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2021 | 0.1200 |
| July 15, 2021 | 0.1200 |
| April 15, 2021 | 0.1000 |
| Jan. 15, 2021 | 0.1000 |
| ▸2020 |
0.40 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2020 | 0.1000 |
| July 15, 2020 | 0.1000 |
| April 15, 2020 | 0.1000 |
| Jan. 15, 2020 | 0.1000 |
| ▸2019 |
0.36 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2019 | 0.1000 |
| July 15, 2019 | 0.1000 |
| April 15, 2019 | 0.1000 |
| Jan. 15, 2019 | 0.0600 |
| ▸2018 |
0.23 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2018 | 0.0600 |
| July 13, 2018 | 0.0600 |
| April 13, 2018 | 0.0600 |
| Jan. 12, 2018 | 0.0500 |
| ▸2017 |
0.20 USD
|
| Oct. 13, 2017 | 0.0500 |
| July 14, 2017 | 0.0500 |
| April 14, 2017 | 0.0500 |
| Jan. 13, 2017 | 0.0500 |
| ▸2016 |
0.19 USD
|
| Oct. 14, 2016 | 0.0500 |
| July 15, 2016 | 0.0500 |
| April 15, 2016 | 0.0500 |
| Jan. 15, 2016 | 0.0375 |
| ▸2015 |
0.10 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2015 | 0.0250 |
| July 15, 2015 | 0.0250 |
| April 15, 2015 | 0.0250 |
| Jan. 15, 2015 | 0.0250 |
| ▸2014 |
0.10 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2014 | 0.0250 |
| July 15, 2014 | 0.0250 |
| April 15, 2014 | 0.0250 |
| Jan. 15, 2014 | 0.0250 |
| ▸2013 |
0.08 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2013 | 0.0250 |
| July 15, 2013 | 0.0250 |
| April 15, 2013 | 0.0250 |
| ▸2012 |
0.13 USD
|
| Dec. 21, 2012 | 0.0250 |
| Oct. 15, 2012 | 0.0250 |
| July 15, 2012 | 0.0250 |
| April 15, 2012 | 0.0250 |
| Jan. 15, 2012 | 0.0250 |
| ▸2011 |
0.10 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2011 | 0.0250 |
| July 15, 2011 | 0.0250 |
| April 15, 2011 | 0.0250 |
| Jan. 15, 2011 | 0.0250 |
| ▸2009 |
0.12 USD
|
| Jan. 15, 2009 | 0.1200 |
| ▸2008 |
0.48 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2008 | 0.1200 |
| July 15, 2008 | 0.1200 |
| April 15, 2008 | 0.1200 |
| Jan. 15, 2008 | 0.1200 |
| ▸2007 |
0.48 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2007 | 0.1200 |
| July 15, 2007 | 0.1200 |
| April 15, 2007 | 0.1200 |
| Jan. 15, 2007 | 0.1200 |
| ▸2006 |
0.48 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2006 | 0.1200 |
| July 15, 2006 | 0.1200 |
| April 15, 2006 | 0.1200 |
| Jan. 15, 2006 | 0.1200 |
| ▸2005 |
0.48 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2005 | 0.1200 |
| July 15, 2005 | 0.1200 |
| April 15, 2005 | 0.1200 |
| Jan. 15, 2005 | 0.1200 |
| ▸2004 |
0.42 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2004 | 0.1200 |
| July 15, 2004 | 0.1000 |
| April 15, 2004 | 0.1000 |
| Jan. 15, 2004 | 0.1000 |
| ▸2003 |
0.10 USD
|
| Oct. 15, 2003 | 0.1000 |
| Name | Payment Date | Status | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic Automotive, Inc. | Jul 15, 2026 | Upcoming | 0.41 USD |
| Sonic Automotive, Inc. | Apr 15, 2026 | Paid | 0.38 USD |
| Sonic Automotive, Inc. | Jan 15, 2026 | Paid | 0.38 USD |
| Sonic Automotive, Inc. | Oct 15, 2025 | Paid | 0.38 USD |
| Split Date | Split Ratio to 1 |
|---|---|
| Jan. 26, 1999 | 2.000000 |
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