SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC (SAH) Stock
SAH has an Alpha Score of 43 out of 100 (weak), computed on Nov 1, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 6 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported SAH in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is D.E. Shaw's at $17.36M. Company insiders reported 5 open-market buys and 0 sales on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Nov 3, 2026. Its trailing P/E ratio is 9.4 and its net margin 1.4% (key statistics as of Nov 1, 2026).
What is SAH's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 43 reflects weak overall profile with weak momentum, moderate value, weak quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Nov 1, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which hedge funds own SAH?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 205K | $17.36M | +155% |
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 45K | $3.83M | -13% |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 36K | $3.01M | -60% |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 22K | $1.84M | +219% |
| Point72 Steve Cohen | 19K | $1.62M | NEW |
| Marshall Wace | 8K | $703.8K | +68% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 26 | Rusnak Paul P. | 10%+ Owner | BUY | 12.6K | $752K |
| Oct 7, 26 | Rusnak Paul P. | 10%+ Owner | BUY | 13.7K | $819K |
| Oct 6, 26 | Rusnak Paul P. | 10%+ Owner | BUY | 1.1K | $67K |
| Oct 5, 26 | Rusnak Paul P. | 10%+ Owner | BUY | 27.8K | $1.7M |
| Oct 1, 26 | Rusnak Paul P. | 10%+ Owner | BUY | 21.6K | $1.3M |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Nov 3, 2026
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are SAH's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Nov 1, 2026
How does SAH's valuation compare with the Consumer Discretionary sector?
| Metric | SAH | Consumer Discretionary median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 9.4 | 21.0 | 126 |
| Net margin | 1.37% | 7.02% | 141 |
| Return on equity | 20.45% | 17.54% | 138 |
| Dividend yield (payers) | 2.27% | 2.21% | 73 |
Medians over the Consumer Discretionary stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 4, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
SAH price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC do?
Sonic Automotive Inc. is one of the largest automotive retailers in the United States. As a publicly traded company, it operates a vast network of franchised dealerships, offering a diverse range of new and used vehicles, as well as related services including vehicle repair, maintenance, and financing. The company's primary function is to facilitate the purchase and servicing of automobiles for consumers, embodying a critical role in the automotive sales and dealership sector. Sonic Automotive significantly impacts various industries, namely automotive manufacturing, consumer finance, and insurance, given its extensive dealership operations. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Sonic Automotive plays an integral role in the automotive market, not only in terms of direct sales and customer service but also through its influence on customer purchasing trends and automotive dealer standards. By maintaining a consistent presence in the retail automobile industry, Sonic Automotive Inc. supports mobility needs and transportation infrastructure within the regions it operates.