Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1998 to 2025
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SAH Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 8, 2026, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.5x, with a stock price of $80.20 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $3.45.
The current P/E is 57% above its 5-year average of 15.0x. Over the past five years, SAH's P/E has ranged from a low of 4.1x to a high of 86.3x, placing the current valuation at the 90th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.4x, SAH trades at a 21% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 302 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 199.2x.
Relative to the broader market, SAH trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
SAH P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7B | 12.0 | 0.38Best | +1% | |
| $11B | 12.2 | 0.76 | -2% | |
| $7B | 9.0 | 0.85 | +9% | |
| $4B | 8.0Lowest | 0.58 | +17% | |
| $4B | 13.9 | 1.38 | -32% | |
| $87B | 47.4 | - | +431%Best | |
| $6B | 12.4 | - | +6% | |
| $33B | 21.3 | 1.26 | +14% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
SAH Historical P/E Data (1998–2025)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $61.86 | $3.42 | 18.1x | +49% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $76.09 | $3.73 | 20.4x | +68% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $79.93 | $4.50 | 17.8x | +47% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $56.96 | $7.02 | 8.1x | -33% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $63.35 | $6.18 | 10.3x | -15% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $58.48 | $5.62 | 10.4x | -14% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $54.47 | $5.41 | 10.1x | -17% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $56.94 | $4.88 | 11.7x | -4% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $56.21 | $4.97 | 11.3x | -7% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Fri Mar 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $54.34 | $0.63 | 86.3x | +612% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Sat Dec 31 2022 00:00:00 GM | $49.27 | $1.67 | 29.5x | +143% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Fri Sep 30 2022 00:00:00 GM | $43.30 | $9.15 | 4.7x | -61% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 12.1x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SAH stock.
Is SAH stock overvalued or undervalued?
SAH trades at 23.5x P/E, above its 5-year average of 15.0x. The 90th percentile ranking indicates a premium to historical valuation.
How does SAH's valuation compare to peers?
Sonic Automotive, Inc. P/E of 23.5x compares to sector median of 19.4x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is SAH's PEG ratio?
SAH PEG ratio is N/A. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1998-2025.