Central Garden & Pet Company

Central Garden & Pet Company

CENT
Central Garden & Pet CompanyUS flagNASDAQ Global Select
41.71
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2.61BMarket Cap
Central Garden & Pet Company
CENT
(NASDAQ Global Select)

Recent

price

41.71

P/E

ratio

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yld

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2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
TTM
FRC
18.96
23.18
28.56
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
50.16
Revenue per Share
0.57
0.4
0.36
-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
2.7
Basic EPS, GAAP
1.38
0.28
0.83
-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
5.62
Free Cash Flow per Basic Share
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
Dividend per Share
6.89
7.23
7.64
7.62
7.61
8.08
8.66
9.81
13.19
14.19
15.72
17.7
19.67
21.61
23.18
25.18
27.91
Book Value per Share
3.07
2.56
2.88
2.98
2.96
3.53
3.54
4.06
7.19
8.03
9.52
10.41
3.6
6.07
7.91
9.24
12.36
Tangible Book Value per Share
80
70
60
60
61
61
61
63
65
71
68
67
67
65
66
63
61
Basic Weighted Avg Shares
1,524
1,629
1,700
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
3,084
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
7.95
5.23
4.38
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
8.1
Operating Margin (%)
29
29
30
33
36
34
40
43
47
51
55
75
81
88
91
85
82
Depreciation Expense
46
28
21
-2
9
32
45
79
124
93
121
152
152
126
108
163
166
Net Income, GAAP
37.03
40.84
36.69
- -
29.17
35.96
34.54
36.94
2.59
22.31
20.96
21.58
23.24
22.38
23.25
24.35
24.09
Effective Tax Rate (%)
3.01
1.74
1.25
-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
5.39
Profit Margin (%)
434
411
445
490
498
477
481
463
1,004
1,029
1,085
1,021
1,088
1,249
1,371
1,437
1,571
Working Capital
400
435
449
472
450
397
395
395
692
693
780
1,315
1,334
1,324
1,363
1,383
1,358
LT Debt
532
457
465
470
486
506
555
637
953
996
1,078
1,224
1,335
1,453
1,558
1,585
1,747
Total Equity
8.08
5.57
5.26
- -
4.24
6.87
9.27
9.93
12.17
7.13
8.86
9.04
7.62
5.95
4.94
6.35
6.17
Return on Invested Capital (%)
6.9
5.56
5.06
- -
4.06
6.15
7.72
9.66
12.04
7.56
8.64
8.8
7.41
6.11
5.2
6.84
6.78
Return on Capital (%)
8.52
5.74
4.6
-0.41
1.85
6.46
8.41
13.26
15.56
9.52
11.64
13.2
11.91
9.02
7.18
10.38
9.98
Return on Common Equity (%)

Capital Structure

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Dec'26
Mar'26
Jun'26
ST Debt
53
52
51
LT Borrowings
1,192
1,193
1,193
LT Finance Leases
181
174
165
Preferred Equity and Hybrid Capital
- -
- -
- -
Shares Outstanding
62
62
63
Market Capitalization
2,002
2,298
2,773

Working Capital

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Dec'26
Mar'26
Jun'26
Total Current Assets
1,966
2,088
2,135
Cash, Cash Equivalents & STI
721
653
997
Accounts Receivable, Net
358
603
460
Inventories
836
782
632
Total Current Liabilities
574
605
564
Payables & Accruals
521
554
513
ST Debt
53
52
51
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
882
- -
- -

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
1.46
- -
- -

Quarterly Dividends Per Share

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

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