SAH (Sonic Automotive) EPS (Basic): $3.23 (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

What is Sonic Automotive EPS (Basic)?

Sonic Automotive SAH +2.95% 82 EPS (Basic) is $3.23 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates SAH with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $64.31 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Sonic Automotive's basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.81. Its basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.23.

Sonic Automotive's EPS (Diluted) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.79. Its EPS (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.14.

Sonic Automotive's EPS without NRI for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.62. Its EPS without NRIearnings per share without non-recurring items for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 6.74.

During the past 12 months, Sonic Automotive's average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was 17.80% per year. During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was -11.80% per year. During the past 5 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 3.20% per year. During the past 10 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 17.50% per year. Please click Growth Rate Calculation Example (GuruFocus) to see how GuruFocus calculates Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT)'s revenue growth rate. You can apply the same method to get the EPS without NRI Growth Rate using EPS without NRI data.

During the past 13 years, Sonic Automotive's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 82.70% per year. The lowest was -24.00% per year. And the median was 6.60% per year.

Sonic Automotive (NYSE:SAH) EPS (Basic) Explanation

EPS is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.

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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.

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Sonic Automotive EPS (Basic) Historical Data

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Sonic Automotive EPS (Basic) Calculation

EPS (Basic) is a rough measurement of the amount of a company's profit that can be allocated to one share of its stock. Basic earnings per share (EPS) do not factor in the dilutive effects on convertible securities.

Sonic Automotive's Basic EPS for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Basic EPS (A: Dec. 2025 )	=	(Net Income	-	Preferred Dividends)	/	Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
	=	(118.7	-	0)	/	34.000
	=	3.49

Sonic Automotive's Basic EPS for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Basic EPS (Q: Mar. 2026 )	=	(Net Income	-	Preferred Dividends)	/	Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
	=	(60.8	-	0)	/	33.600
	=	1.81

EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $3.23

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What does a EPS (Basic) of $3.23 mean?

Sonic Automotive (SAH) has a EPS (Basic) of $3.23 as of Mar. 2026. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Sonic Automotive and its competitors.

Is Sonic Automotive's EPS (Basic) too high?

Sonic Automotive's current EPS (Basic) is $3.23. Overall, Sonic Automotive has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does Sonic Automotive's EPS (Basic) compare to CARG and MCW?

Sonic Automotive's EPS (Basic) of $3.23 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.

What is a good EPS (Basic) for a Vehicles & Parts company?

A good EPS (Basic) depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, EPS (Basic) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.

What does a high EPS (Basic) mean?

A high EPS (Basic) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Sonic Automotive and its competitors. Sonic Automotive's current EPS (Basic) is $3.23. 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 $64.31, compared to a current price of $83.83 — trading 30.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EPS (Basic) is $3.23. Sonic Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.

How is EPS (Basic) calculated?

EPS (Basic) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sonic Automotive (SAH), the current EPS (Basic) is $3.23 as of Mar. 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 $83.83 is trading 30.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $64.31. GuruFocus considers Sonic Automotive to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SAH:

EPS (Basic): $3.23
GF Value™: $64.31 vs. price of $83.83 (30.4% above fair value)
GF Score™: 82/100 with 5 warning signs

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 Business Description

Industry Consumer Cyclical Vehicles & Parts

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Address 4401 Colwick Road, Charlotte, NC, USA, 28211

Website https://www.sonicautomotive.com

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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