Sonic Automotive, Inc.
SAHSonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) is a Fortune 500 automotive retailer based in the United States. Founded in 1997, it operates as a leading dealer group, providing new and used vehicle sales, vehicle service, and financing services through a network of dealerships across multiple states. Sonic Automotive emphasizes a customer-centric approach, integrating online sales platforms alongside traditional dealership operations to enhance vehicle buying experiences.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2026 | $0.41 | 2026-06-15 | 2026-06-15 |
| April 15, 2026 | $0.38 | 2026-03-13 | 2026-03-13 |
| January 15, 2026 | $0.38 | 2025-12-15 | 2025-12-15 |
| October 15, 2025 | $0.38 | 2025-09-15 | 2025-09-15 |
| July 15, 2025 | $0.35 | 2025-06-13 | 2025-06-13 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Sonic Automotive, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 83 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held SAH shares during this period received a total of $10.49 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.41/share was paid 3 days ago, on July 15, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: SAH currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 1.54%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 310.0%, from $0.10 to $0.41.
- Dividend Reliability: SAH has maintained or increased its dividend for 63 consecutive payments.
Company News
Jeff Dyke, President of Sonic Automotive, sold 50,000 shares worth $4.3 million on June 9-10. The sale represented 7.1% of his direct holdings, leaving him with substantial ownership of 655,290 shares valued at ~$55 million. The transaction was conducted under a pre-established 10b5-1 trading plan, which is a standard practice to avoid insider tr...
Sonic Automotive reported strong Q2 2025 financial results with a 49% increase in adjusted EPS, record revenues, and raised EchoPark EBITDA guidance. The company demonstrated resilience through strategic F&I margin expansion and disciplined inventory management.
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