SAH — Sonic Automotive, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Cyclical sector| Metric | SAH | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.48% | 2.48% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 29.56% | 10.79% |
| Payout Ratio | 44.0% | 36.2% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 17 | 14 |
| 1Y Total Return | +1.1% | 6.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Cyclical sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
16.80%
3-Year Growth
12.33%
5-Year Growth
29.56%
10-Year Growth
29.22%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 13, 2026
Last Payment
Apr 15, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | $0.3800 | 0.00% |
| Dec 15, 2025 | $0.3800 | 0.00% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $0.3800 | +8.57% |
| Jun 13, 2025 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2025 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.3500 | +16.67% |
| Sep 13, 2024 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $0.3000 | 0.00% |
| Dec 14, 2023 | $0.3000 | +3.45% |
| Sep 14, 2023 | $0.2900 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2023 | $0.2900 | +3.57% |
| Mar 14, 2023 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Dec 14, 2022 | $0.2800 | +12.00% |
| Sep 14, 2022 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2022 | $0.2500 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2022 | $0.2500 | +108.33% |
| Dec 14, 2021 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2021 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2021 | $0.1200 | +20.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
44.0%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
12.3%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $2.09 | $159.80M |
| Q2 2025 | $-1.34 | $97.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.37 | $138.20M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.38 | $29.60M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sonic Automotive, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.48%.
What is SAH's dividend yield?
SAH's current dividend yield is 2.48%. The annual dividend is $1.49.
When is SAH's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for SAH has not been announced yet.
How many years has Sonic Automotive, Inc. increased its dividend?
Sonic Automotive, Inc. has increased its dividend for 5 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 23, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.