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CENTA 
Central Garden & Pet Company A (CENTA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/09/2025: CENTA (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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 $40.6
1 Year Target Price $40.6
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -21.24% | Avg. Invested days 24 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/09/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.07B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.02 | 1Y Target Price 40.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.02 | 1Y Target Price 40.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 0.65 | 52 Weeks Range 27.70 - 37.31 | Updated Date 07/9/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 27.70 - 37.31 | Updated Date 07/9/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.88 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.9% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.84% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.22% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.19% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.02 | Forward PE 12.38 | Enterprise Value 2982371692 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.66 |
Enterprise Value 2982371692 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.66 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.94 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.62 | Shares Outstanding 51989300 | Shares Floating 58251167 |
Shares Outstanding 51989300 | Shares Floating 58251167 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.8 | Percent Institutions 96.2 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Central Garden & Pet Company A
Company Overview
History and Background
Central Garden & Pet Company (CENTA) was founded in 1980. It has grown through acquisitions to become a leading producer and distributor of lawn, garden, and pet supplies in North America.
Core Business Areas
- Garden Segment: This segment produces and distributes a wide range of garden products, including fertilizers, lawn seed, weed control, grass and garden insect controls, decorative outdoor patio products, landscape fabrics, and wild bird feed and houses.
- Pet Segment: This segment produces and distributes pet supplies for dogs, cats, birds, small animals, reptiles, horses, and fish. Products include dog and cat food and treats, aquariums, pet containment systems, and other accessories.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a CEO and a management team overseeing the different segments. The organizational structure includes functional departments such as finance, marketing, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pennington Seed: Pennington Seed is a leading brand in grass seed and lawn care products. Market share data is not publicly available in a consolidated figure, but the product contributes significantly to the Garden segment's revenue. Competitors include Scotts Miracle-Gro (SMG).
- Kaytee: Kaytee is a well-known brand of bird and small animal food and accessories. Market share data specific to Kaytee is unavailable, but it is a significant player in the small animal and bird food categories. Competitors include Hartz Mountain.
- Amdro: Amdro manufactures and distributes a line of ant control products. Market share data is not publicly available in a consolidated figure, but the product contributes significantly to the Garden segment's revenue. Competitors include Bayer (BAYRY).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The lawn, garden, and pet supplies industries are mature markets with steady growth driven by consumer spending, homeownership rates, and pet ownership trends.
Positioning
Central Garden & Pet Company is positioned as a leading player in both the garden and pet supply markets, leveraging its diverse brand portfolio and distribution network. Its competitive advantage lies in its scale and brand recognition.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The combined TAM for the garden and pet supplies markets is estimated at over $100 billion annually. Central Garden & Pet is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its diverse product offerings and strong distribution channels.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand portfolio
- Extensive distribution network
- Diversified product offerings
- Established market presence
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Dependence on retail partners
- Potential for seasonality in garden segment
- High debt level
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Developing innovative new products
- Increasing online sales channels
Threats
- Intense competition
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturns
- Regulatory changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SMG
- Spectrum Brands Holdings (SPB)
- Hartz Mountain (Privately Held)
Competitive Landscape
Central Garden & Pet Company competes with a range of companies in the garden and pet supplies markets. Its advantages include its strong brand portfolio and distribution network. Disadvantages include exposure to commodity price fluctuations and dependence on retail partners.
Major Acquisitions
Greenwood Nursery Products
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 137
- Strategic Rationale: This acquisition expanded Central Garden & Pet's live goods offering within the garden segment.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by organic growth and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by continued expansion in existing markets and new product development. Analyst estimates can provide specific growth projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include product innovation, expansion of e-commerce channels, and strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Central Garden & Pet is a leading player in the garden and pet supplies markets with a strong brand portfolio and extensive distribution network. While its diversified product offerings and established market presence are strengths, it faces challenges from commodity price fluctuations and intense competition. Recent acquisitions and initiatives aim to drive future growth. While they have been on an acquisition spree, they need to focus more on increasing organic revenue for long term shareholder growth. The company also carries a high debt load.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC), Industry Reports, Analyst Reports, Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Central Garden & Pet Company A
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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