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Sonic Automotive is one of the largest auto dealership groups in the United States. The company has 108 franchised stores in 18 states, primarily in metropolitan areas in California, Texas, and the Southeast, plus 18 EchoPark used-vehicle stores, 16 collision centers, and 14 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 59% of new-vehicle revenue. BMW is the largest brand at about 25%. 2024's revenue was $14.2 billion, with Texas and California comprising 51% of the total. EchoPark's portion was $2.1 billion.
| Founded: | 1997 | Country: | United States |
| Employees: | N/A | City: | CHARLOTTE |
| Market Cap: | 2.1B | IPO Year: | 1997 |
| Target Price: | $78.25 | AVG Volume (30 days): | 276.2K |
| Analyst Decision: | Buy | Number of Analysts: | 8 |
| Dividend Yield: | Dividend Payout Frequency: | quarterly | |
| EPS: | 3.42 | EPS Growth: | -44.66 |
| 52 Week Low/High: | $52.00 - $89.38 | Next Earning Date: | 05-21-2026 |
| Revenue: | $9,951,630,000 | Revenue Growth: | 0.86% |
| Revenue Growth (this year): | 4.56% | Revenue Growth (next year): | 4.32% |
| P/E Ratio: | 18.33 | Index: | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow: | 417.5M | FCF Growth: | +419.60% |
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10% Owner
Avg Cost/Share
$59.95
Shares
11,481
Total Value
$688,285.95
Owned After
5,100,000
SEC Form 4
10% Owner
Avg Cost/Share
$59.92
Shares
48,540
Total Value
$2,908,516.80
Owned After
5,100,000
SEC Form 4
10% Owner
Avg Cost/Share
$59.97
Shares
11,483
Total Value
$688,635.51
Owned After
5,100,000
SEC Form 4
10% Owner
Avg Cost/Share
$59.98
Shares
1,931
Total Value
$115,821.38
Owned After
5,100,000
SEC Form 4
10% Owner
Avg Cost/Share
$59.96
Shares
7,827
Total Value
$469,306.92
Owned After
5,100,000
SEC Form 4
10% Owner
Avg Cost/Share
$59.98
Shares
18,738
Total Value
$1,123,905.24
Owned After
5,100,000
SEC Form 4
| Insider | Ticker | Relationship | Date | Transaction | Avg Cost | Shares | Total Value | Owned After | SEC Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rusnak Paul P. | SAH | 10% Owner | Feb 17, 2026 | Buy | $59.95 | 11,481 | $688,285.95 | 5,100,000 | |
| Rusnak Paul P. | SAH | 10% Owner | Feb 13, 2026 | Buy | $59.92 | 48,540 | $2,908,516.80 | 5,100,000 | |
| Rusnak Paul P. | SAH | 10% Owner | Feb 12, 2026 | Buy | $59.97 | 11,483 | $688,635.51 | 5,100,000 | |
| Rusnak Paul P. | SAH | 10% Owner | Feb 11, 2026 | Buy | $59.98 | 1,931 | $115,821.38 | 5,100,000 | |
| Rusnak Paul P. | SAH | 10% Owner | Feb 10, 2026 | Buy | $59.96 | 7,827 | $469,306.92 | 5,100,000 | |
| Rusnak Paul P. | SAH | 10% Owner | Feb 5, 2026 | Buy | $59.98 | 18,738 | $1,123,905.24 | 5,100,000 |
SEC 8-K filings with transcript text
Feb 18, 2026 · 100% conf.
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sah-202602180001043509FALSE00010435092026-02-182026-02-18
Washington, D.C. 20549
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 18, 2026
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-1339556-2010790 (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)
4401 Colwick Road
Charlotte,North Carolina28211 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (704) 566-2400 Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A Common Stock, par value $0.01 per shareSAHNew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 18, 2026, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fourth fiscal quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On February 18, 2026, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description
99.1 Press Release of Sonic Automotive, Inc., dated February 18, 2026.
99.2 Earnings Call Presentation Materials.
104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
The information in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed to be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in any such filing.
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
February 18, 2026By:/s/ STEPHEN K. COSS Stephen K. Coss Senior Vice President and General Counsel
Oct 23, 2025
sah-202510230001043509FALSE00010435092025-10-232025-10-23
Washington, D.C. 20549
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 23, 2025
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-1339556-2010790 (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)
4401 Colwick Road
Charlotte,North Carolina28211 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (704) 566-2400 Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A Common Stock, par value $0.01 per shareSAHNew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On October 23, 2025, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2025 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On October 23, 2025, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description
99.1 Press Release of Sonic Automotive, Inc., dated October 23, 2025.
99.2 Earnings Call Presentation Materials.
104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
The information in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed to be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in any such filing.
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
October 23, 2025By:/s/ STEPHEN K. COSS Stephen K. Coss Senior Vice President and General Counsel
Jul 24, 2025
sah-202507240001043509FALSE00010435092025-07-242025-07-24
Washington, D.C. 20549
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 24, 2025
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 1-1339556-2010790 (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)
4401 Colwick Road
Charlotte,North Carolina28211 (Address of principal executive offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (704) 566-2400 Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A Common Stock, par value $0.01 per shareSAHNew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 24, 2025, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended June 30, 2025 (the “Earnings Press Release”). A copy of the Earnings Press Release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and a copy of the earnings call presentation materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2.
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On July 24, 2025, in the Earnings Press Release, the Company announced the approval of a quarterly cash dividend.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description
99.1 Press Release of Sonic Automotive, Inc., dated July 24, 2025.
99.2 Earnings Call Presentation Materials.
104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
The information in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed to be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in any such filing.
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
July 24, 2025By:/s/ STEPHEN K. COSS Stephen K. Coss Senior Vice President and General Counsel
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