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Sonic AutomotiveSAH -1.65%83 EV-to-OCF is 43.49 as of Aug. 06, 2026, which is 167% above its 10-year median of 16.29. GuruFocus rates SAH with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of $68.25 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,330 Vehicles & Parts companies, Sonic Automotive ranks worse than 89.92% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Sonic Automotive's Enterprise Value is $7,397 Mil.
Sonic Automotive's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $170 Mil. Therefore, Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF for today is 43.49.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
SAH'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -694.63 Med: 16.29 Max: 232.19
Current: 43.49
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Sonic Automotive was 232.19. The lowest was -694.63. And the median was 16.29.
SAH's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 89.92% of 1330
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 8.21
vs SAH: 43.49
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Sonic Automotive's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Sonic Automotive's share price for today is $86.81.
Sonic Automotive's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $6.270.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Sonic Automotive EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Sonic Automotive EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Sonic Automotive EV-to-OCF vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Sonic Automotive's current Enterprise Value is $7,397 Mil.
Sonic Automotive's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $170 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Sonic Automotive (SAH) has a EV-to-OCF of 43.49 as of Aug. 06, 2026. This is 167% above median its historical median of 16.29. According to the industry distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #1196 out of 1330 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 89.9%.
Is Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF too high?
Sonic Automotive's current EV-to-OCF of 43.49 is 167% above median its 10-year median of 16.29. The Vehicles & Parts industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.21. Sonic Automotive's value of 43.49 is 429.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #1196 out of 1330 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Sonic Automotive has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sonic Automotive's EV-to-OCF compare to CARG and GPI?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #1196 out of 1330 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Sonic Automotive in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.21. Sonic Automotive's value of 43.49 is 429.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 16.29 vs. the industry median of 8.21, Sonic Automotive has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Vehicles & Parts companies is 8.21, based on 1,330 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Sonic Automotive's current EV-to-OCF of 43.49 is 429.7% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.21 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sonic Automotive's current EV-to-OCF is 43.49, which is 167% above median its own 10-year median of 16.29. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sonic Automotive stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sonic Automotive (SAH) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $68.25, compared to a current price of $86.81 — trading 27.2% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 43.49, which is 167% above median its 10-year median of 16.29 and 429.7% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 8.21. Sonic Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sonic Automotive (SAH), the current EV-to-OCF is 43.49 as of Aug. 06, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Sonic Automotive (SAH) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sonic Automotive stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $86.81 is trading 27.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $68.25.
GuruFocus considers Sonic Automotive to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SAH:
EV-to-OCF: 43.49 (167% above median its 10-year median of 16.29)
GF Value™: $68.25 vs. price of $86.81 (27.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 429.7% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#1196 of 1330)
No single metric tells the full story. See the SAH stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sonic Automotive is one of the largest auto dealership groups in the United States. The company has 107 franchised stores in 18 states, primarily in metropolitan areas in California, Texas, and the Southeast, plus 18 EchoPark used-vehicle stores in 10 states, 16 collision centers, and 20 powersports locations. The franchise stores derive revenue from new and used vehicles plus parts and collision repair, finance, insurance, and wholesale auctions. Luxury and import dealerships make up about 86% of franchise new-vehicle revenue, while Honda, BMW, Mercedes, and Toyota constitute about 56% of new-vehicle revenue. BMW is the largest brand at about 23%. 2025 revenue was $15.2 billion, with Texas and California constituting 51% of the total. EchoPark's portion was $2.1 billion.
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