Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1996 to 2025
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SAH EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
SAH Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14.6% | 3.6% | 0.8% |
| 2024 | 14.4% | 3.2% | 1.5% |
| 2023 | 14.6% | 3.6% | 1.2% |
| 2022 | 15.6% | 4.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | 14.6% | 4.3% | 2.8% |
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Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 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 →
SAH Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
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% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SAH stock.
Is SAH growing earnings?
SAH EPS fell to $3.45, with earnings declining -44.7%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $119M.
What are SAH's profit margins?
Sonic Automotive, Inc. net margin is +0.8%, with operating margin at +3.6%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are SAH's earnings?
SAH earnings data spans 1996-2025. The declining earnings trend is -44.7% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.