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Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/17/2025: CENT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $42.33
1 Year Target Price $42.33
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -2.08% | Avg. Invested days 44 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.77B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 14.01 | 1Y Target Price 42.33 |
Price to earnings Ratio 14.01 | 1Y Target Price 42.33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 0.59 | 52 Weeks Range 28.77 - 43.88 | Updated Date 10/18/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 28.77 - 43.88 | Updated Date 10/18/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.18 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 4.44% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.47% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.37% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.79% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 14.01 | Forward PE 12.03 | Enterprise Value 2587662187 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 |
Enterprise Value 2587662187 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.83 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.85 | Shares Outstanding 9650221 | Shares Floating 57809323 |
Shares Outstanding 9650221 | Shares Floating 57809323 | ||
Percent Insiders 16 | Percent Institutions 104.2 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Central Garden & Pet Company
Company Overview
History and Background
Central Garden & Pet Company was founded in 1980. Initially focused on the distribution of lawn and garden supplies, it expanded through acquisitions into the pet supplies market, becoming a major player in both industries.
Core Business Areas
- Garden Segment: Manufactures and distributes a wide range of lawn and garden products, including grass seed, fertilizers, weed control, and decorative outdoor living items.
- Pet Segment: Offers a diverse portfolio of pet supplies, including dog and cat food, pet toys, aquatics supplies, small animal and bird supplies, and other pet-related products.
Leadership and Structure
Tim Cofer is the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a decentralized structure, with various divisions responsible for specific product categories.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pennington Seed: A leading brand of grass seed. Pennington is a major revenue driver. Competitors include Scotts Miracle-Gro and regional seed producers.
- Kaytee: A brand of bird and small animal food and supplies. Competitors include Purina and other pet food brands.
- Aqueon: A brand of aquarium supplies. Competitors include Marineland and Tetra.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The garden and pet supplies industry is characterized by moderate growth, driven by factors such as home improvement spending and pet ownership trends. E-commerce is playing an increasing role.
Positioning
Central Garden & Pet is positioned as a diversified player in both the garden and pet industries, offering a broad range of products through various distribution channels.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for garden and pet supplies is estimated at over $100 billion annually. Central Garden & Pet has a significant presence, with opportunities for further market share gains.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified product portfolio
- Strong brand recognition in key categories
- Extensive distribution network
- History of successful acquisitions
Weaknesses
- Exposure to seasonality in the garden segment
- Dependence on large retailers
- Commodity price volatility
- Integration risks from acquisitions
Opportunities
- Expansion in e-commerce
- Product innovation
- Growth in the pet market
- Further acquisitions
- International Expansion
Threats
- Intense competition
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturn
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SMG
- PMCB
- TRUP
Competitive Landscape
Central Garden & Pet competes with larger and smaller players. Its diversified portfolio and strong brands provide a competitive advantage, but it faces challenges from competitors with greater scale or specialized product offerings.
Major Acquisitions
Green Garden Products
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 532
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded the company's lawn and garden business and added a range of vegetable, herb, and flower seed products
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
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Summary
Central Garden & Pet is a diversified player in the garden and pet industries, with a strong brand portfolio and extensive distribution network. While its exposure to seasonality and reliance on large retailers present challenges, the company benefits from growth in the pet market and opportunities for product innovation. Continued strategic acquisitions and expansion in e-commerce are key to its future growth trajectory. Intense competition and potential economic downturns pose potential threats.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company reports (SEC filings)
- Industry research reports
- Analyst estimates
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
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About Central Garden & Pet Company
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Walnut Creek, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-07-15 | CEO & Director Mr. Nicholas Lahanas | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 6000 | Website https://www.central.com |
Full time employees 6000 | Website https://www.central.com | ||
Central Garden & Pet Company produces and distributes various products for the lawn and garden, and pet supplies markets in the United States. It operates through two segments: Pet and Garden. The Pet segment provides dog and cat supplies, such as dog treats and chews, toys, pet beds and containment, grooming products, waste management, and training pads; supplies for aquatics, small animals, reptiles, and pet birds, including toys, cages and habitats, bedding, and food and supplements; products for equine and livestock; animal and household health and insect control products; aquariums and terrariums, including fixtures and stands, water conditioners and supplements, water pumps and filters, and lighting systems and accessories; and live fish and small animals, as well as outdoor cushions. This segment sells its products under the Aqueon, Cadet, Comfort Zone, Farnam, Four Paws, K&H Pet Products, Kaytee, Nylabone, and Zilla brands. Its Garden segment offers lawn and garden supplies products that include grass seed; vegetable; flower and herb packet seed; wild bird feed, bird feeders, bird houses, and other birding accessories; fertilizers; decorative products; live plants; and weed and grass, as well as other herbicides, insecticide, and pesticide products. This segment sells its lawn and garden supplies products under the Amdro, Ferry-Morse, Pennington, and Sevin brands. The company sells its products to independent distributors, big-box retailers, national and regional retail chains, eCommerce and online retailers, grocery stores, nurseries, and mass merchants. Central Garden & Pet Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California.
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