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CENT Stock Chart & Stats
$43.75
-$0.09(-0.21%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$43.75
-$0.09(-0.21%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$28.77 - $45.78
Previous CloseN/A
Volume33.02K
Average Volume (3M)68.31K
Market Cap
$2.43B
Enterprise Value$3.04K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$996.71M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.41B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.5
Beta0.36
Next Earnings
Nov 30, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.04Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.70
Shares Outstanding9,650,221
10 Day Avg. Volume60,356
30 Day Avg. Volume68,307
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.22
Price to Book (P/B)1.32
Price to Sales (P/S)0.67
P/FCF Ratio7.20
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$49.00Price Target Upside12.00% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)2.97
Revenue Forecast (FY)$3.00B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Margin ExpansionSustained gross- and operating-margin expansion indicates stronger cost control and pricing execution across segments. Higher margins improve earnings quality and capacity to fund investment, deleveraging or buybacks, and provide a buffer against input-cost inflation over the medium term.
Strong Liquidity And Improving LeverageRobust cash balances and reduced gross/net leverage enhance financial flexibility for M&A, targeted capex, or shareholder return while lowering refinancing risk. This stronger balance-sheet profile supports strategic actions and cushions the business versus cyclical revenue swings.
Strategic European Expansion (TRIXIE Acquisition)Acquiring a leading European pet supplies platform materially diversifies revenue geographically and targets structural growth drivers (pet humanization, premiumization). Retaining local management and minority sellers reduces integration risk and creates a scalable base for consolidation in a fragmented market.
Bears Say
Top-line Softness And Weaker Free Cash FlowDeclining trailing revenue and a marked drop in free cash flow reduce the company’s internal financing capacity and increase reliance on external funding or slower deleveraging. Persistent top-line weakness also raises the bar for sustaining margin gains and limits reinvestment flexibility.
Weather-driven Seasonality And Sell-through RiskMeaningful weather sensitivity creates recurring, structural volatility in shipments and retail sell-through, complicating inventory, forecasting and retail trade dynamics. This lumpy demand pattern makes earnings and cash flow less predictable over multi-quarter horizons.
Promotional Retail Environment And Private-label PressureSustained promotions and private-label share gains pressure branded pricing and margins, forcing higher trade spend or product investment to defend shelf space. Over time, this can compress margin sustainability and require persistent cost or innovation investments to maintain market share.
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CENT FAQ
What was Central Garden & Pet’s price range in the past 12 months?
Central Garden & Pet lowest stock price was $28.77 and its highest was $45.78 in the past 12 months.
What is Central Garden & Pet’s market cap?
Central Garden & Pet’s market cap is $2.43B.
When is Central Garden & Pet’s upcoming earnings report date?
Central Garden & Pet’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 30, 2026 which is in 115 days.
How were Central Garden & Pet’s earnings last quarter?
Central Garden & Pet released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported $1.54 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.532 by $0.008.
Is Central Garden & Pet overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Central Garden & Pet’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Central Garden & Pet pay dividends?
Central Garden & Pet does not currently pay dividends.
What is Central Garden & Pet’s EPS estimate?
Central Garden & Pet’s EPS estimate is -0.04.
How many shares outstanding does Central Garden & Pet have?
Central Garden & Pet has 9,650,221 shares outstanding.
What happened to Central Garden & Pet’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Central Garden & Pet reported an EPS of $1.54 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.532. Following the earnings report the stock price went same N/A.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Central Garden & Pet?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CENT
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Central Garden Pet Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$49.00 (12.00% Upside)
$49.00 (12.00% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CENT Sentiment 80%
Sector Average 59%
Sector Average 59%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 166.8K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-18.78%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
3.19%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Central Garden & Pet
Central Garden & Pet Company (“Central”) is a market leader in the U.S. pet and garden industries. The company operates through two reportable segments: Pet and Garden. Its Pet segment offers a broad range of products for dog and cat supplies, including treats and chews, toys, and grooming items. The Garden segment includes products like grass seed, wild bird feed, weed and insect control, and fertilizers under brands such as Pennington and Sevin.
CENT Company Deck
CENT Earnings Call
Q3 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a largely positive operating and financial picture: record Q2 and first-half results, top-line growth (+9% consolidated), margin expansion, improved adjusted EBITDA, strong segment performance (Pet +5%, Garden +13% in Q2), and a robust balance sheet. Strategic simplification and the Phillips JV position the company to focus on higher-margin branded growth, though the JV will reduce reported revenue in the near term and bring a modest initial EPS headwind. Key risks include weather-dependent sell-through (May is pivotal), input cost inflation (notably urea) that may require future pricing, and a promotional retail environment with some private-label pressure. Overall, the positive operational execution, liquidity, and margin improvement outweigh the near-term headwinds and timing risks.View all CENT earnings summariesCENT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$49.00
▲(12.00% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
21.05% Insiders
29.79% Mutual Funds
0.85% Other Institutional Investors
17.00% Public Companies and
Individual Investors