Central Garden & Pet Company

Central Garden & Pet Company

CENT
Central Garden & Pet CompanyUS flagNASDAQ Global Select
38.48
USD
-0.20
- -
2.41BMarket Cap
2013 Y
2014 Y
2015 Y
2016 Y
2017 Y
2018 Y
2019 Y
2020 Y
2021 Y
2022 Y
2023 Y
2024 Y
2025 Y
TTM
Revenue per Share
27.51
26.26
27.19
29.88
32.72
34.27
33.58
39.93
49.02
50.19
50.54
48.71
49.59
51.32
Basic EPS, GAAP
-0.03
0.14
0.53
0.73
1.26
1.91
1.31
1.79
2.25
2.29
1.92
1.64
2.58
2.78
Free Cash Flow per Basic Share
-0.89
1.79
1.08
2.02
1.11
1.18
2.44
3.28
2.53
-2.24
5
5.35
4.61
4.58
Dividend per Share
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
Book Value per Share
1.3
1.42
1.92
2.63
3.82
5.62
5.95
7.57
9.6
11.36
13.13
14.61
16.1
17.64
Tangible Book Value per Share
3.07
3.11
3.65
3.71
4.22
8.03
7.95
9.67
10.68
3.69
6.25
8.11
9.23
10.75
Basic Weighted Avg Shares
60
61
61
61
63
65
71
68
67
67
65
66
63
62
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
1,654
1,604
1,651
1,829
2,054
2,215
2,383
2,696
3,304
3,339
3,310
3,200
3,129
3,163
Operating Margin (%)
2.89
3.5
5.98
7.17
7.6
7.55
6.38
7.34
7.7
7.79
6.36
5.79
7.99
8.2
Depreciation Expense
33
36
34
40
43
47
51
55
75
81
88
91
85
84
Net Income, GAAP
-2
9
32
45
79
124
93
121
152
152
126
108
163
171
Effective Tax Rate (%)
- -
29.17
35.96
34.54
36.94
2.59
22.31
20.96
21.58
23.24
22.38
23.25
24.35
24.3
Profit Margin (%)
-0.12
0.55
1.94
2.43
3.84
5.58
3.89
4.48
4.59
4.56
3.8
3.37
5.2
5.42
Working Capital
490
498
477
481
463
1,004
1,029
1,085
1,021
1,088
1,249
1,371
1,437
1,483
LT Debt
472
450
397
395
395
692
693
780
1,315
1,334
1,324
1,363
1,383
1,367
Total Equity
470
486
506
555
637
953
996
1,078
1,224
1,335
1,453
1,558
1,585
1,652
Return on Invested Capital (%)
- -
4.24
6.87
9.27
9.93
12.17
7.13
8.86
9.04
7.62
5.95
4.94
6.35
6.53
Return on Capital (%)
- -
6.99
10.74
13.33
16.02
19.05
11.61
12.66
11.81
9.48
7.75
6.53
8.49
8.75
Return on Common Equity (%)
-2.44
10.67
31.44
32.08
39.33
40.97
23.62
25.85
26.21
21.7
15.55
11.86
16.48
16.67

Capital Structure

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Sep'25
Dec'26
Mar'26
ST Debt
57
53
52
LT Borrowings
1,192
1,192
1,193
LT Finance Leases
192
181
174
Preferred Equity and Hybrid Capital
- -
- -
- -
Shares Outstanding
63
62
62
Market Capitalization
2,060
2,003
2,266

Working Capital

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Sep'25
Dec'26
Mar'26
Total Current Assets
1,976
1,966
2,088
Cash, Cash Equivalents & STI
882
721
653
Accounts Receivable, Net
325
358
603
Inventories
722
836
782
Total Current Liabilities
539
574
605
Payables & Accruals
482
521
554
ST Debt
57
53
52
Deferred Revenue
- -
- -
- -

Growth Rates

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

(avg. rate of change)

10 years
5 years
1 year
Total Equity
12.71%
8.09%
1.76%
Free Cash Flow
-33%
-107.98%
-17.25%
Net Income, GAAP
22.36%
9.07%
50.8%
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
6.89%
3.45%
-2.23%
Total Cash Common Dividend
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Revenue

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
635
900
996
669
3,200
2025
656
834
961
678
3,129
2026
617
906
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Earnings Per Share

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
0.01
0.94
1.21
-0.52
1.64
2025
0.22
0.99
1.53
-0.16
2.58
2026
0.11
1.29
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Dividends Per Share

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
2025
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
2026
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -

Company Description

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CEO
Nicholas Lahanas
Full Time Employees
6,000
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
Address
1340 Treat Boulevard Walnut Creek CA United States of America 94597
IPO Date
Jul 15, 1992
Business
Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading consumer products company specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of branded products for the lawn and garden and pet supplies markets. Its core product offerings include lawn and garden products such as fertilizers, pesticides, soil amendments, decorative rocks, mulch, and weed control products; pet supplies encompassing premium pet foods, treats, health products, grooming, and pet accessories under well-recognized brands. The company operates its business segments through various brands serving retail, wholesale, and professional markets, with geographic operations primarily across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1945, Central Garden & Pet is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California. In the past 1-2 years, Central Garden & Pet Company has focused on strategic acquisitions to expand its product portfolio and market reach, enhancing its offerings in both lawn and garden and pet supply categories. The company has introduced new product lines targeting growing consumer trends such as organic and natural products for both gardening and pet care, alongside digital initiatives to improve customer engagement and distribution efficiency. Additionally, it has strengthened partnerships with major retail chains to increase its shelf presence and direct-to-consumer channels. The company continues to innovate within its product categories to address sustainable and eco-friendly trends in its markets. Central Garden & Pet serves a diverse customer base including homeowners, professional landscapers, pet owners, and pet care professionals. Its extensive brand portfolio positions it as a key player in the lawn and garden and pet care industries, with ongoing investments in product development, brand expansion, and operational efficiencies aimed at reinforcing its leadership. The company's integrated model spans product manufacturing, marketing, sales, and distribution, ensuring a comprehensive approach to meeting customer and market demands. This description highlights Central Garden & Pet Company's comprehensive product lines, recent strategic growth initiatives, market focus, geographic range, and longstanding industry presence.

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