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Sonic AutomotiveSAH -3.46%82 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50 as of Jun. 2026, which is 127% above its 10-year median of 1.10. GuruFocus rates SAH with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $68.76 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 759 Vehicles & Parts companies, Sonic Automotive ranks better than 90.91% on this metric.
Shares Outstanding (EOP) are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them.
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. A positive ratio may indicate share buybacks over the period, while a zero or negative ratio may reflect no repurchases or potential share issuance. Sonic Automotive's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 2.50%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sonic Automotive's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
SAH'
s 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -13.8 Med: 1.1 Max: 6.7
Current: 2.5
During the past 13 years, Sonic Automotive's highest 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 6.70%. The lowest was -13.80%. And the median was 1.10%.
SAH's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is ranked better than 90.91% of 759
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: -0.9
vs SAH: 2.50
Sonic Automotive (NYSE:SAH) 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Explanation
A negative number means the company might be issuing new shares. A positive number indicates that the company is buying back shares.
Be Aware
Investors usually like share buybacks. But as pointed by Warren Buffett, only if a company buys back shares at the prices below the stock's intrinsic value, it rewards remaining shareholders. If a company buys its overvalued stocks back, it destroys shareholder value.
Sonic Automotive 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Related Terms
SAH vs CARG, GPI, DRVN: 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Comparison
For the Auto & Truck Dealerships subindustry, Sonic Automotive's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio 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 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sonic Automotive's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sonic Automotive's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio falls into.
Sonic Automotive 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Calculation
This is the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. The annualized percentage change is calculated with expontential compound based on the latest four years of annual data on Shares Outstanding (EOP).
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 average dividends per share growth rate.
What does a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.50 mean?
Sonic Automotive (SAH) has a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.50 as of Jun. 2026. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Sonic Automotive and its competitors. This is 127% above median its historical median of 1.10. According to the industry distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #69 out of 759 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 9.1%.
Is Sonic Automotive's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio too high?
Sonic Automotive's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.50 is 127% above median its 10-year median of 1.10. Based on the distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #69 out of 759 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. 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 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio compare to CARG and GPI?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, Sonic Automotive ranks #69 out of 759 companies for 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio. This places Sonic Automotive in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio 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 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio mean?
A high 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Sonic Automotive and its competitors. Sonic Automotive's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50, which is 127% above median its own 10-year median of 1.10. 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 $68.76, compared to a current price of $77.49 — trading 12.7% above its estimated fair value. The current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50, which is 127% above median its 10-year median of 1.10. Sonic Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio calculated?
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sonic Automotive (SAH), the current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50 as of Jun. 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 $77.49 is trading 12.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of $68.76.
GuruFocus considers Sonic Automotive to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for SAH:
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio: 2.50 (127% above median its 10-year median of 1.10)
GF Value™: $68.76 vs. price of $77.49 (12.7% above fair value)
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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