Loading live market data…

Central Garden & Pet Company

NASDAQ:CENT

$43.07 USD

$0.71 (1.68%)

Volume
142.4K
Average Volume
69.74K
Market Capitalization
$2.69B
P/E Ratio
15.55
Dividend Yield
0.00%
Price Target
$54.00
Year High
$45.78
Year Low
$28.77
Day High
Day Low
Payout Ratio
$0.00
Current Ratio
$3.45
Source Headline
Can Cost & Simplicity Program Keep Expanding Central Garden's Margins?

CENT is improving efficiency through cost discipline, simplification and operational changes that support long-term profitability.

zacks.com - 2026-07-13 13:16:07

Can Central Garden's Pet Innovation Fuel Next Growth Phase?

CENT is investing in innovation and core pet brands to drive growth, strengthen retailer relationships and expand higher-margin categories.

zacks.com - 2026-07-06 13:01:20

4 Consumer Products Discretionary Stocks Investors Must Buy in H2 2026

CENT, ALTO, LCUT and ACCO are poised to outperform in the second half of 2026 with strong brands, innovation and strategic execution.

zacks.com - 2026-07-03 09:55:31

Chewy vs. Central Garden & Pet: Which Pet-Care Stock Has an Edge?

CHWY is building on Autoship momentum, customer gains and vet-care expansion, while CENT drives growth through efficiency, margins and brand strength.

zacks.com - 2026-06-24 09:31:07

Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) Hit a 52 Week High, Can the Run Continue?

Central Garden (CENT) is at a 52-week high, but can investors hope for more gains in the future? We take a look at the company's fundamentals for clues.

zacks.com - 2026-06-12 10:16:04

Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

zacks.com - 2026-06-11 10:47:17

Why Is Central Garden (CENT) Up 2.7% Since Last Earnings Report?

Central Garden (CENT) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

zacks.com - 2026-06-05 12:36:12

Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT) Shares Surge 4.9% -- What GF Score of 78 Tells Investors

On June 04, 2026, Central Garden and Pet Co (CENT) shares rose 4.9% to a current price of $39.57. This movement comes amid a 52-week range of $28.77 to $41.53, re

gurufocus.com - 2026-06-04 20:28:00

Central Garden & Pet Proudly Supports Lindsay Wildlife Experience Through Volunteerism, In-Kind Donations, and Financial Support

Central Garden and Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, is deepening its commitment to

gurufocus.com - 2026-06-03 10:01:00

Central Garden & Pet Proudly Supports Lindsay Wildlife Experience Through Volunteerism, In-Kind Donations, and Financial Support

WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $CENT #CentralImpact--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, is deepening its commitment to local wildlife care and conservation through its support of Lindsay Wildlife Experience in Walnut Creek. By combining employee volunteer efforts with in-kind donations and a $50,000 contribution toward Lindsay's new aviary expansion project, Central is helping strengthen the organization's capac.

businesswire.com - 2026-06-03 09:00:00

Here's Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Strong Momentum Stock

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

zacks.com - 2026-06-02 10:51:12

Central Garden (CENT) is a Top-Ranked Growth Stock: Should You Buy?

Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

zacks.com - 2026-05-25 10:46:09

Farnam Celebrates 80 Years of Horse Care With New Innovations and the Horse Care Grant Sweepstakes

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #BarnLife--Farnam, a trusted leader in horse care for 80 years and part of the Central Garden & Pet portfolio, is celebrating its anniversary by continuing its commitment to horse owners through trusted horse care solutions, continued innovation, and the launch of the Horse Care Grant Sweepstakes. Since 1946, Farnam has helped support horses from head to hoof with trusted products across fly control, supplements, grooming, leather care, dewormers and rodenticides. Passed down.

businesswire.com - 2026-05-20 07:02:00

Are Consumer Discretionary Stocks Lagging Central Garden & Pet (CENT) This Year?

Here is how Central Garden (CENT) and Carter's (CRI) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

zacks.com - 2026-05-12 10:41:33

Central Garden & Pet to Participate in Investor Conferences

WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $CENT #FinancialResults--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, today announced that members of its management team will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences and host meetings with institutional investors: CJS Securities 2nd annual Spring Virtual 1x1 Conference (May 13) Virtual – Brad Smith, Chief Financial Officer; John Jordan, CFO, Garden Segment; and Friederike Ed.

businesswire.com - 2026-05-11 08:40:00

CENT Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Strong Pet and Garden Sales

Central Garden & Pet posts a Q2 earnings beat as Pet and Garden sales rise, margins improve and both segments deliver strong operating growth.

zacks.com - 2026-05-07 09:51:26

Central Garden & Pet Company's Becoming A Good Boy (Rating Upgrade)

Central Garden & Pet Company is upgraded from 'hold' to a soft 'buy' as financial performance and segment stability improve. Both Pet and Garden segments posted revenue and profit growth, with Pet segment strength driven by consumables and market share gains. CENT trades at attractive valuation multiples, ranking as the cheapest among peers on an EV/EBITDA basis.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-07 02:41:26

Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-06 22:11:19

Central Garden (CENT) Beats Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Central Garden (CENT) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.29 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.08 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.04 per share a year ago.

zacks.com - 2026-05-06 18:25:41

Central Garden & Pet Announces Record Q2 Fiscal 2026 Financial Results

WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $CENT #CentralToHome--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) (“Central”), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, today announced financial results for its fiscal 2026 second quarter ended March 28, 2026. “We continued to build on our solid start to the year, ending the quarter with higher sales, expanded operating margins, and increased earnings per share versus last year, driven by consistent execution and improving performa.

businesswire.com - 2026-05-06 16:02:00

Is Central Garden & Pet (CENT) Stock Undervalued Right Now?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

zacks.com - 2026-05-06 10:41:27

Central Garden's Q2 Earnings Coming Up: Key Insights for Investors

CENT's margin focus, shipment timing and consumables strength are likely to support Q2 results despite macro pressures.

zacks.com - 2026-05-04 14:46:12

CHWY vs. CENT: Which Pet-Care Stock Is the Better Buy Now?

Chewy's Autoship strength, AI push and vet expansion drive growth, while Central Garden & Pet boosts efficiency via portfolio shifts and a new distribution JV.

zacks.com - 2026-04-29 11:16:08

Central Garden & Pet to Announce Q2 Fiscal 2026 Financial Results

WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $CENT #CentralToHome--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) (“Central”), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, will release its fiscal 2026 second quarter results for the period ending March 28, 2026, after market close on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. On the same day, Central will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Time), led by CEO Niko Lahanas and CFO Brad Smith, to review these results and to.

businesswire.com - 2026-04-27 16:35:00

Central Garden (CENT) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know

Central Garden (CENT) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

zacks.com - 2026-04-24 13:01:37

Are Consumer Discretionary Stocks Lagging Alto Ingredients (ALTO) This Year?

Here is how Alto Ingredients (ALTO) and Central Garden (CENT) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

zacks.com - 2026-04-24 10:41:29

Is Central Garden & Pet (CENT) a Great Value Stock Right Now?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

zacks.com - 2026-04-20 10:42:37

Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) versus Creative Global Technology (NASDAQ:CGTL) Head-To-Head Contrast

Central Garden and Pet (NASDAQ: CENT - Get Free Report) and Creative Global Technology (NASDAQ: CGTL - Get Free Report) are both consumer discretionary companies, but which is the superior investment? We will contrast the two companies based on the strength of their valuation, profitability, earnings, risk, analyst recommendations, institutional ownership and dividends. Profitability This table compares

defenseworld.net - 2026-04-16 01:11:28

Get CENT Insider Trade Alerts

CENT Price Target Summary

Last Month

$0.00

0 analysts

Last Quarter

$54.00

1 analysts

Last Year

$52.50

2 analysts

All Time

$51.40

5 analysts

CENT Recent Analyst Grades

Date Analyst Firm Action Previous Grade New Grade
2026-05-07 Canaccord Genuity Maintain Buy Buy
2025-11-25 Canaccord Genuity Maintain Buy Buy
2024-11-26 Canaccord Genuity Maintain Buy Buy
2024-10-16 Truist Securities Maintain Buy Buy
2024-09-30 Canaccord Genuity Maintain Buy Buy
2024-07-01 Canaccord Genuity Maintain Buy Buy
2024-05-28 Argus Research Upgrade Hold Buy
2024-02-09 Truist Securities Maintain Buy Buy
2023-09-21 Truist Securities Maintain Buy Buy
2023-08-02 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2023-04-19 Truist Securities Maintain Buy Buy
2023-04-18 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2023-04-18 JP Morgan Maintain Neutral Neutral
2023-01-12 JP Morgan Maintain Overweight Overweight
2022-11-21 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2022-11-21 JP Morgan Maintain Neutral Neutral
2022-10-12 JP Morgan Maintain Neutral Neutral
2022-08-07 Truist Securities Maintain Buy Buy
2022-08-03 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2022-06-22 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2021-11-30 Argus Research Downgrade Buy Hold
2021-05-14 Argus Research Upgrade Hold Buy
2021-05-05 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2021-04-11 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2021-03-24 Truist Securities Upgrade Hold Buy
2021-02-03 KeyBanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2021-02-03 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2020-08-05 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2020-08-02 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2020-05-14 SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Maintain Hold Hold
2020-05-07 SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Maintain Hold Hold
2020-05-06 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2020-03-18 B of A Securities Upgrade Neutral Buy
2020-02-06 SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Maintain Hold Hold
2020-02-05 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2019-11-26 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2019-08-02 SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Downgrade Buy Hold
2019-08-01 Keybanc Maintain Overweight Overweight
2018-01-23 KeyBanc Upgrade Sector Weight Overweight
2018-01-23 Keybanc Upgrade Sector Weight Overweight
2017-10-15 Sidoti & Co. Downgrade Buy Neutral
2016-06-16 SunTrust Robinson Humphrey Upgrade Neutral Buy
2013-01-07 Johnson Rice Downgrade Overweight Equal Weight