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Sonic Automotive (NYSE: SAH) — Company Overview, News & Financial Data

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Sonic Automotive

Sonic Automotive (NYSE:SAH) is a prominent player in the automotive retail sector, dedicated to revolutionizing the car buying experience for consumers. With operations spanning across the United States, the company has established itself through a network of franchised dealerships and EchoPark pre-owned vehicle stores. Sonic Automotive focuses on providing a diverse range of vehicles, exceptional customer service, and a transparent buying process to meet evolving consumer needs. The company's projects aim at expanding its digital and physical footprint to enhance accessibility and convenience for customers. Objectives include leveraging technology for better online shopping experiences, increasing inventory variety, and expanding EchoPark locations nationwide to solidify its market presence in the automotive industry.

Snapshot

Public USOwnership
1997Year founded
10500Employees
Charlotte, United StatesHead office
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Global footprint

Operations

All Locations
Charlotte, US

Products and/or services of Sonic Automotive

  • EchoPark Automotive - A chain of pre-owned car dealerships offering high-quality, nearly new vehicles at competitive prices.
  • Franchised Dealerships - A wide network of new vehicle dealerships representing major automotive brands.
  • Collision Centers - Full-service auto body repair services for all makes and models.
  • Finance & Insurance - Customized financing and insurance options for customers purchasing vehicles.
  • Parts & Service - Comprehensive maintenance and repair services for vehicles, using genuine parts.
  • Fleet Sales - Specialized sales and service solutions for corporate and government vehicle fleets.

Sonic Automotive executive team

  • David Bruton SmithCEO & Chairman
  • Frank Jeff DykePresident & Director
  • B. Scott SmithCo-Founder & Director
  • Heath R. ByrdExecutive VP & CFO
  • Thomas KeenChief Operating Officer
  • Stephen CarvelliChief Technology Officer
  • Danny WielandVice President of Investor Relations & Financial Reporting
  • Stephen K. CossSenior VP, General Counsel & Secretary
  • Dino BernacchiChief Marketing Officer
  • Steve WittmanChief Digital Retail Officer

Dividend history

Dividends per share paid by Sonic Automotive, by financial year.

Sonic Automotive dividends per share by financial year
Financial yearInterimFinalSpecialTotal
FY2026(to date)———$1.6100
FY2025———$1.4600
FY2024———$1.2500
FY2023———$1.1600
FY2022———$1.0300

Key financials

Reported results for Sonic Automotive, in USD.

Market cap
2B
Revenue (TTM)
15.5B
P/E ratio
10.2
EPS (diluted, TTM)
6.2
Dividend yield
2.5%
Profit margin
1.3%
Sonic Automotive annual revenue and income
Fiscal year endRevenueOperating incomeNet income
15.2B541.3M118.7M
14.2B465.4M216M
14.4B502.9M178.2M
14B634.4M88.5M