Babcock表示，美国二手车需求并不旺盛，而且汽车信贷数据也显示，次级市场的需求有所减弱。不 过，被给予"增持"评级的Carvana(CVNA.US)凭借其在优化线上购买体验方面的投入，具备超越市场平 均水平的实力;而被给予"减持"评级的CarMax(KMX.US)则表现出运营业绩参差不齐、可能出现高于预期 的贷款损失准备金以及增长放缓的情况。 在新车和二手车经销商中，Babcock对以下公司给予"增持"评级：车之国(AN.US)、第一组(GPI.US)、利 西亚车行(LAD.US)和潘世奇汽车(PAG.US)，其评级依据是强劲的同店销售增长、稳定的经营表现、良 好的产品组合以及高于平均水平的增长情况;而该行对阿斯伯里汽车(ABG.US)和索尼克汽车(SAH.US)则 给予"持股观望"评级。 智通财经APP获悉，巴克莱分析师John Babcock表示，鉴于 2026 财年盈利有望增长，且当前估值已从近 期高位回落，汽车经销商领域存在投资机会，尤其是那些拥有数字化拍卖平台的经销商，比如获得"持 股观望"评级的 ACV 拍卖公司(ACVA.US)和获得"增持"评级的 OPENLANE (KAR.US)。 在关 ...

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - November 10, 2025) - Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation of Sonic Automotive, Inc. ("Sonic Automotive, Inc.") (NYSE: SAH) concerning possible violations of federal securities laws.Sonic Automotive reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2025 on October 23, 2025. Among other items, Sonic Automotive reported a 33% decline in net income, which the Company attributed to a significant increase in medical expenses and a ...

Summary of Sonic Automotive Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Sonic Automotive - **Industry**: Automotive Retail - **Segments**: - Franchise business (new vehicles) - EchoPark (used vehicles) - Power Sports (motorcycles, personal watercrafts, ATVs) - **Market Cap**: Approximately $2 billion - **Debt**: About $1.5 billion - **Net Cash**: Approximately $100 million - **Stock Information**: 22 Class A shares and 12.12 million Class B shares, closed around $62 [1][1][1] Core Business Insights - **Franchise Business**: Includes brands like Porsche, Audi, BMW, and Honda. This is the largest segment. - **EchoPark**: A used car segment similar to CarMax and Carvana, which has seen growth opportunities due to low multiples compared to the franchise business. - **Power Sports**: Recently entered market with potential for high returns due to low multiples and opportunities for consolidation [3][3][3][4][4][4]. Financial Health and Market Conditions - **F&I Loan Book**: - Average FICO score in franchise and EchoPark is around 710. - Approval rates in EchoPark are about 55%, with concerns about delinquencies in the subprime market [5][5][6][6]. - **Retail Environment**: - New vehicle sales are projected at a SAR of 15.8-16.2 million, indicating a healthy market. - National inventory supply is at 89 days, similar to pre-COVID levels, but varies by brand [10][10][11][11]. - **Luxury Brands**: - Sales slowed in October, particularly for Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi, prompting calls for increased incentives [11][12][12]. - **Electric Vehicles**: - EV penetration reached 12% in Sonic's mix, compared to 10.5% industry-wide, with a focus on luxury brands [15][15][15][16][16]. Consumer Behavior and Affordability - **Consumer Sentiment**: - There are concerns about slower consumer spending and affordability, with average monthly payments for new vehicles at $750 [17][17][22][22]. - **Market Dynamics**: - The mix of higher-margin vehicles (SUVs and trucks) is contributing to sustained margins despite affordability concerns [32][32][32]. - **Used Vehicle Market**: - Used vehicle GPU has seen fluctuations, with expectations of supply tailwinds in the coming years as off-lease maturities increase [33][33][33]. Strategic Initiatives - **EchoPark Segment**: - Reduced locations from 50 to 18 to optimize inventory and profitability. Plans to expand again in 2026 as lease returns increase [46][46][49][49]. - **Power Sports Market**: - Entering a fragmented market with low multiples, aiming for consolidation and modernization similar to past automotive retail trends [56][56][57][57]. - **Capital Allocation**: - Focus on acquisitions this year, with plans for increased dividends and organic growth in the future [59][59]. Competitive Landscape - **Carvana and CarMax**: - Sonic Automotive differentiates itself through pricing and brand awareness, targeting a different demographic and vehicle mix [51][51][53][53]. - **Market Position**: - Sonic has performed well compared to peers, leading in new unit sales and gross profit growth [38][38][38]. Conclusion - Sonic Automotive is navigating a complex automotive retail environment with strategic focus on optimizing its segments, addressing consumer affordability, and leveraging growth opportunities in both the used vehicle and Power Sports markets. The company remains vigilant about market conditions and consumer sentiment while planning for future expansion and profitability.

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Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE:SAH) is included among the 15 Dividend Growth Stocks with the Highest Growth Rates. Needham Trims Price Target on Sonic Automotive (SAH); Maintains Bullish Outlook on Long-Term Growth Photo by NeONBRAND on Unsplash Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE:SAH) is one of the largest automotive retailers in the US, operating through‌ three core segments: Franch‍ised D‌ealers‌h‌ip​s for new and luxury vehicles, EchoPark f⁠or⁠ pre-owned cars, a⁠nd Pow⁠ers⁠ports for motorcycles and ATVs. On ...

Core Insights - Sonic Automotive, Inc. (SAH) reported Q3 2025 adjusted earnings per share of $1.41, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.82 but showing an 11.9% increase from the previous year [1][9] - Total revenues reached $4 billion, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.67 billion and rising 14% from $3.5 billion in the same quarter last year [1][9] Revenue Breakdown - Consolidated revenues from new vehicle sales were $1.9 billion, up 19% year over year; used vehicle sales generated $1.25 billion, up 6%; and wholesale vehicle sales totaled $84.2 million, up 25% [2] - Revenues from parts, service, and collision repair increased 11% to $533.9 million, while finance, insurance, and other revenues rose 16% to $203.8 million [2] - Total gross profit increased 13% to $615.5 million [2] Franchised Dealerships Segment - Revenues from new vehicle sales in this segment were $1.86 billion, up 19% year over year; used vehicle sales were $796.7 million, up 14%; and wholesale vehicle sales reached $52.8 million, up 25% [3] - Parts, service, and collision repair revenues increased 11% to $510.1 million, and finance, insurance, and other revenues jumped 21% to $147.6 million [3] - Same-store revenues rose 11% to over $3 billion, with same-store retail units of new and used vehicles totaling 54,897, a 5% increase from the same quarter of 2024 [3] EchoPark Segment - The EchoPark segment reported quarterly revenues of $522.5 million, down 4% year over year, with used vehicle sales at $439.2 million (down 7%) and wholesale vehicle sales at $30.4 million (up 28%) [4] - The segment sold 16,353 used vehicles and 3,224 wholesale vehicles, reflecting a decrease of 8% and an increase of 19%, respectively, year over year [4] Powersports Segment - Revenues from new vehicle sales in the Powersports segment totaled $38.8 million, up 44% year over year; used vehicle sales reached $17.2 million, up 91%; while wholesale vehicle sales were $1 million, down 9% [5] - Parts, service, and collision repair revenues rose 18% to $23.8 million, with same-store revenues up 35% to $78.3 million [5] - Same-store retail units of new and used vehicles were 2,822, a 42% increase year over year [5] Financial Metrics - Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased 15% year over year to 73.4% of gross profit [6] - Cash and cash equivalents stood at $89.4 million as of September 30, 2025, up from $44 million as of December 31, 2024 [6] - Long-term debt decreased to $1.44 billion as of September 30, 2025, down from $1.51 billion as of December 31, 2024 [6] Dividend Announcement - Sonic Automotive announced a quarterly dividend of 38 cents per share, payable on January 15, 2025, to stockholders of record as of December 15 [7] Market Position - Sonic Automotive currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold) [8] - Other better-ranked stocks in the auto sector include Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (CPS), OPENLANE, Inc. (KAR), and Garrett Motion Inc. (GTX), each with a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) [8]

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Revenue Growth - Same store retail new vehicle revenue increased by 13% and 11% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by an 8% increase in retail new vehicle unit sales volume[104]. - Same store retail used vehicle revenue increased by 10% and 4% during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily due to a 6% and 5% increase in retail used vehicle average selling prices[105]. - Same store Fixed Operations revenue increased by 6% and 7% during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by increased service capacity and higher parts and labor costs[106]. - Same store F&I revenue increased by 13% and 12% during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, supported by a 7% and 8% increase in F&I gross profit per retail unit[107]. - Reported retail new vehicle revenue increased by 44% and 32% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, respectively, driven by a 32% and 23% increase in retail new vehicle unit sales volume[112]. - Reported retail used vehicle revenue surged 91% and 77% during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, primarily due to an 81% and 64% increase in unit sales volume[114]. - Total new vehicle revenue reached $1,898.8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025, a 19% increase from the previous year[127]. - Total new vehicle revenue reached $5,272.6 million, reflecting a 14% increase compared to $4,643.2 million in the previous year[128]. - Retail new vehicle revenue for Q3 2025 was $1,834.0 million, a 19% increase from $1,539.9 million in Q3 2024[142]. - Total retail used vehicle revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $3,658.8 million, a 2% increase from $3,582.5 million in 2024[130]. Profitability Metrics - Retail new vehicle gross profit per unit decreased by $215 per unit, or 7%, to $2,852 per unit during the three months ended September 30, 2025[104]. - Retail new vehicle gross profit increased 49% and 37% during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, with gross profit per unit rising to $3,655 for the three months and $3,133 for the nine months[112]. - Fixed Operations revenue increased 18% and 13% during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, with gross profit rising 21% and 15% respectively[116]. - Retail new vehicle gross profit decreased by 3% to $263.9 million, with gross profit per unit declining by 10% to $3,114[148]. - Retail used vehicle gross profit increased by 13% to $39.2 million for the three months ended September 30, 2025, with gross profit per unit rising by 10% to $1,530[151]. - Gross profit for Fixed Operations reached $272.4 million in Q3 2025, reflecting a 14% increase from $239.9 million in Q3 2024[135]. - Total gross profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, increased by approximately $60.0 million, or 9%, compared to the same period in 2024[161]. Vehicle Sales Performance - Retail new vehicle unit sales increased by 10% to 90,639 units in 2025, compared to 82,504 units in 2024[128]. - Total combined retail new and used vehicle unit sales increased by 6% to 76,253 units in Q3 2025, compared to 72,131 units in Q3 2024[138]. - Retail used vehicle unit sales for the three months ended September 30, 2025, were 44,167, a 2% increase from 43,474 units in 2024[130]. - Retail new vehicle unit sales increased by 9% to 86,581 units for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, up from 79,200 units in 2024[144]. - Total new vehicle unit sales for Q3 2025 reached 30,994 units, reflecting a 12% increase from 27,797 units in Q3 2024[142]. - Total wholesale vehicle unit sales for the three months ended September 30, 2025, increased by 676 units, or 14%, totaling 5,649 units sold[153]. Inventory Management - The Franchised Dealerships Segment new vehicle inventory days' supply was approximately 51 days as of September 30, 2025, compared to 57 days as of September 30, 2024[104]. - EchoPark Segment used vehicle inventory days' supply was approximately 37 days as of September 30, 2025, compared to 33 days as of September 30, 2024[111]. Financial Position and Cash Flow - Cash flows from operating activities provided approximately $500.5 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2025, significantly up from approximately $21.5 million in the same period of 2024[245]. - Total available liquidity resources as of September 30, 2025, were approximately $815.0 million, down from $861.6 million as of December 31, 2024[235]. - Net cash provided by combined trade and non-trade floor plan financing was approximately $222.1 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $107.4 million in 2024[248]. - Net cash used in investing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was approximately $494.3 million, a significant increase from $87.0 million in the same period of 2024[249]. Segment Performance - Total Franchised Dealerships Segment revenues reached $3,367.2 million, an increase of 17% compared to $2,887.2 million in the previous year[211]. - EchoPark Segment revenues decreased by 2% to $1,590.9 million, down from $1,621.6 million[213]. - Powersports Segment revenues increased by 42% to $84.1 million, up from $59.4 million[211]. Expenses and Cost Management - For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, Sonic Automotive reported a total SG&A expense of $1,244.5 million, an increase of $67.1 million or 6% compared to $1,177.4 million for the same period in 2024[218][221]. - Compensation expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, were $806.8 million, an increase of $56.5 million or 8% compared to $750.3 million for the same period in 2024[218][221]. - Advertising expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, increased to $74.6 million, a rise of $9.1 million or 14% compared to $65.5 million in 2024[218][221]. Interest and Taxation - Interest expense for new vehicles decreased by $5.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by a decrease in the average interest rate applied to the new vehicle floor plan[228]. - The overall effective income tax rate was 34.3% for the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to a benefit of 22.0% for the same period in 2024[232]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates continued consumer demand for electric vehicles, contributing to future sales growth[147]. - The company does not anticipate any materially negative changes to its cost of, or access to, capital over the next 12 months[258].

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