Sonic Automotive Inc (SAH) - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
Based on the latest financial reports, Sonic Automotive Inc (SAH) has a cash flow conversion efficiency ratio of 0.036x as of March 2026. Cash flow conversion efficiency measures how effectively a company's net assets (equity) generate operating cash flow. It is calculated by dividing operating cash flow ($35.50 Million) by net assets ($981.30 Million). A higher ratio indicates that the company is more efficient at using its equity to generate cash flow from its core operations. See Sonic Automotive Inc balance sheet independence to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Sonic Automotive Inc - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency Trend (1996–2025)
This chart illustrates how Sonic Automotive Inc's cash flow conversion efficiency has evolved over time, based on yearly financial data. Check SAH operating cash flow to net income to evaluate the quality of earnings relative to operating cash generation.
Sonic Automotive Inc Competitors by Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
The table below lists competitors of Sonic Automotive Inc ranked by their cash flow conversion efficiency.
| Company | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency |
|---|---|
|
Turpaz Industries Ltd
TA:TRPZ
|
0.033x |
|
Karooooo Ltd
NASDAQ:KARO
|
0.150x |
|
Generate Biomedicines, Inc. Common Stock
NASDAQ:GENB
|
-0.156x |
|
Beijing TRS Information Tech
SHE:300229
|
-0.003x |
|
Terravest Capital Inc
TO:TVK
|
0.038x |
|
Westshore Terminals Investment Corp
TO:WTE
|
0.127x |
|
OVH Groupe SAS
PA:OVH
|
10.219x |
|
Quick Intelligent Equipment Co Ltd
SHG:603203
|
0.036x |
Annual Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency for Sonic Automotive Inc (1996–2025)
The table below shows the annual cash flow conversion efficiency of Sonic Automotive Inc from 1996 to 2025. For the full company profile with market capitalisation and key ratios, see SAH market cap overview.
| Year | Net Assets | Operating Cash Flow | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $1.07 Billion | $567.40 Million | 0.531x | +477.60% |
| 2024-12-31 | $1.06 Billion | $97.70 Million | 0.092x | +255.06% |
| 2023-12-31 | $891.90 Million | $-52.90 Million | -0.059x | -113.07% |
| 2022-12-31 | $895.20 Million | $406.10 Million | 0.454x | +59.42% |
| 2021-12-31 | $1.08 Billion | $306.30 Million | 0.285x | -17.51% |
| 2020-12-31 | $814.80 Million | $281.08 Million | 0.345x | +90.69% |
| 2019-12-31 | $944.76 Million | $170.91 Million | 0.181x | +17.40% |
| 2018-12-31 | $823.12 Million | $126.84 Million | 0.154x | -42.04% |
| 2017-12-31 | $786.76 Million | $209.18 Million | 0.266x | -25.64% |
| 2016-12-31 | $725.16 Million | $259.30 Million | 0.358x | +332.48% |
| 2015-12-31 | $729.05 Million | $-112.13 Million | -0.154x | -178.84% |
| 2014-12-31 | $666.72 Million | $130.06 Million | 0.195x | +18.98% |
| 2013-12-31 | $613.64 Million | $100.61 Million | 0.164x | +134.05% |
| 2012-12-31 | $526.54 Million | $-253.55 Million | -0.482x | -254.01% |
| 2011-12-31 | $522.74 Million | $163.44 Million | 0.313x | -43.03% |
| 2010-12-31 | $464.69 Million | $255.04 Million | 0.549x | -49.85% |
| 2009-12-31 | $368.75 Million | $403.58 Million | 1.094x | +72.18% |
| 2008-12-31 | $189.79 Million | $120.64 Million | 0.636x | +1637.63% |
| 2007-12-31 | $930.83 Million | $34.05 Million | 0.037x | +153.45% |
| 2006-12-31 | $903.84 Million | $-61.86 Million | -0.068x | -166.31% |
| 2005-12-31 | $830.80 Million | $85.76 Million | 0.103x | -69.83% |
| 2004-12-31 | $771.77 Million | $264.10 Million | 0.342x | +73.23% |
| 2003-12-31 | $698.33 Million | $137.95 Million | 0.198x | -9.37% |
| 2002-12-31 | $637.18 Million | $138.88 Million | 0.218x | -23.07% |
| 2001-12-31 | $517.26 Million | $146.55 Million | 0.283x | +20.30% |
| 2000-12-31 | $450.92 Million | $106.20 Million | 0.236x | +105.67% |
| 1999-12-31 | $402.60 Million | $46.10 Million | 0.115x | -45.28% |
| 1998-12-31 | $142.40 Million | $29.80 Million | 0.209x | +129.38% |
| 1997-12-31 | $84.40 Million | $7.70 Million | 0.091x | +15.56% |
| 1996-12-31 | $26.60 Million | $2.10 Million | 0.079x | -- |
About Sonic Automotive Inc
Sonic Automotive, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. It operates in three segments: Franchised Dealerships, EchoPark, and Powersports. The Franchised Dealerships segment engages in the sale of new and used cars and light trucks; sale of replacement parts; provision of vehicle maintenance, manufacturer warranty repairs, and paint and coll… Read more