Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) Earnings History
Profitable30 years of earnings data (1996–2025) · Positive TTM net income
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Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $119M, reflecting -44.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $3.45 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 0.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, SAH's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $349M in fiscal 2021.
Sonic Automotive, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 14.6%, operating margin of 3.6%, and net margin of 0.8%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including AN ($679M net income, 2.3% margin), PAG ($926M net income, 2.9% margin), LAD ($711M net income, 2.2% margin), SAH has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare SAH vs AN →
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SAH Historical Earnings Data (1996–2025)
30 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $119M | -45.0% | $541M | $3.42 | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| 2024 | $216M | +21.2% | $460M | $6.18 | 1.5% | 3.2% |
| 2023 | $178M | +101.4% | $524M | $4.96 | 1.2% | 3.6% |
| 2022 | $89M | -74.6% | $635M | $2.23 | 0.6% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | $349M | +788.7% | $537M | $8.06 | 2.8% | 4.3% |
| 2020 | -$51M | -135.1% | $296M | $-1.19 | -0.5% | 3.0% |
| 2019 | $145M | +180.1% | $258M | $3.31 | 1.4% | 2.5% |
| 2018 | $52M | -44.5% | $207M | $1.20 | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| 2017 | $93M | -0.3% | $221M | $2.09 | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| 2016 | $93M | +8.0% | $241M | $2.03 | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| 2015 | $86M | -11.0% | $237M | $1.70 | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| 2014 | $97M | +19.6% | $235M | $1.84 | 1.1% | 2.6% |
| 2013 | $81M | -7.6% | $245M | $1.53 | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| 2012 | $88M | +16.5% | $241M | $1.53 | 1.0% | 2.9% |
| 2011 | $75M | -15.4% | $220M | $1.29 | 1.0% | 2.8% |
| 2010 | $89M | +182.1% | $183M | $1.49 | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| 2009 | $32M | +105.0% | $165M | $0.62 | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| 2008 | -$634M | -764.0% | $139M | $-17.00 | -10.5% | 2.3% |
| 2007 | $96M | -3.1% | $299M | $2.13 | 1.1% | 3.6% |
| 2006 | $99M | -3.2% | $263M | $1.85 | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| 2005 | $102M | +9.1% | $251M | $2.12 | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| 2004 | $93M | +30.4% | $219M | $2.08 | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| 2003 | $72M | -32.8% | $207M | $1.94 | 1.0% | 2.9% |
| 2002 | $107M | +34.3% | $235M | $2.24 | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| 2001 | $79M | +7.0% | $201M | $1.92 | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| 2000 | $74M | +66.3% | $209M | $1.55 | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| 1999 | $45M | +139.8% | $116M | $1.27 | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| 1998 | $19M | +402.7% | $53M | $0.74 | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| 1997 | $4M | +23.3% | $15M | $0.27 | 0.7% | 2.8% |
| 1996 | $3M | - | $11M | $0.24 | 0.8% | 2.9% |
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SAH — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SAH stock.
What is SAH earnings per share (EPS)?
SAH trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $3.45, reflecting -44.7% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 1996 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Sonic Automotive, Inc.'s net income?
Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) trailing twelve-month net income is $119M as of 2025. Earnings declined -44.7% year-over-year. Sonic Automotive, Inc. has been profitable for 5 consecutive years.
Is SAH profitable?
Yes, SAH is profitable with a TTM net income of $119M and a net profit margin of +0.8%. Sonic Automotive, Inc. has generated profits for 5 consecutive years.
What is SAH's earnings growth rate?
SAH compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -44.7%, 3-Year: +15.3%, 5-Year: N/A, 10-Year: +7.2%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1996 to 2025.
What are SAH's profit margins?
Sonic Automotive, Inc. net profit margin is +0.8%, operating margin is +3.6%, and gross margin is +14.6%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +11.1%.
Is SAH growing earnings?
SAH earnings are declining — EPS fell -44.7% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $119M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A.
What was SAH's best earnings year?
Sonic Automotive, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $349M, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1996 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were SAH's earnings last quarter?
SAH's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2025. Net income was $47M with diluted EPS of $1.36. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.