SAH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SAH - Sonic Automotive, Inc.
$59.96
-0.31 (-0.51%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 18, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: SAH shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.4% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: SAH shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.4% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$81.20
Based on 5.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$50.42
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 9.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SAH is currently trading at $59.96, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $61.58 to $64.23. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.6) is in line with its historical norms (9.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SAH is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $59.59. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SAH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (14th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $77.60 (+28.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SAH is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $59.59. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SAH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (14th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $77.60 (+28.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$61.58 -
$64.23
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
14th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
65.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 14th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 28.8% below Wall St target ($77.60)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$61.58 -
$64.23
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.38
(5.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$59.59
Resistance Level
$65.42
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.59
Wall Street Target
$77.60
(+28.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-37.6%
Profit Margin
0.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.6 vs 9.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$59.43
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$58.59
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$57.77
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
$60.56
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: 6.3%)
$188.28
(+212%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.6, Growth: 6.3%)
$72.49
(+20%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.3, Growth: 6.3%)
$61.62
(+2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.48 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.72
Bull Case
$127.30
(+111%)
Analyst growth 88.8%, PE expands to 18.1
Base Case
$115.73
(+92%)
Market implied 88.8%, PE stable at 16.5
Bear Case
$41.68
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.6 to 9.0
Stabilization Target:
$63.18
(+4.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.8%
Last updated: January 30, 2026 5:39 PM ET
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