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Central Garden & Pet

36.79 USD
+0.39
1.07%
Updated Apr 2, 2:56 PM EDT
1 day
1.07%
5 days
4.43%
1 month
5.36%
3 months
-3.54%
6 months
5.66%
Year to date
-3.54%
1 year
-10.05%
5 years
62.43%
10 years
354.76%
 

About: Central Garden & Pet Co understands that home is central to life and has nurtured happy and healthy homes for over forty years. The segments of the company are the pet segment and garden segment. The company's trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a portfolio of more than sixty-five brands including Pennington, Nylabone, Kaytee, Amdro, and Aqueon, manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden and Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California, and has offices across North America and Europe.

Employees: 6,450

0
Funds holding %
of 7,398 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

16% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 51 | Existing positions reduced: 44

6% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $458M [Q3] → $488M (+$29.7M) [Q4]

4.04% more ownership

Funds ownership: 113.4% [Q3] → 117.44% (+4.04%) [Q4]

6% less funds holding

Funds holding: 151 [Q3] → 142 (-9) [Q4]

14% less call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $3.17M | Put options by funds: $3.69M

44% less first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 10 | Existing positions closed: 18

Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for CENT.

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 7 articles about CENT published over the past 30 days

Neutral
Business Wire
1 day ago
Nylabone Celebrates 70th Birthday with Limited-Edition Chew Toys and a Special Give-Back Campaign
NEPTUNE CITY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $CENT #DogChewToys--Nylabone, an iconic brand in the Central Garden & Pet portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA), is marking its 70th birthday in a big way – with the release of a special limited-edition chew toy collection and a mission-driven initiative to give back to dogs in need. To celebrate the significant milestone, Nylabone's exclusive birthday collection features classic shapes and best-selling designs, all designed with the brand's signature orange color. Exclu.
Nylabone Celebrates 70th Birthday with Limited-Edition Chew Toys and a Special Give-Back Campaign
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Business Wire
2 days ago
‘Home Improvement' Star Richard Karn Teams up With DoMyOwn as ‘Chief Solutions Officer', Helping Homeowners Take Charge of Their Lawn Care
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #celebritypartnership--DoMyOwn, the leading online destination for do-it-yourself professional-grade lawn care and pest control products—and part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA)—is excited to welcome television personality and DIY home improvement expert Richard Karn as its new Chief Solutions Officer. In this role, Karn brings his trusted, approachable expertise to homeowners across the country, helping them navigate lawn care with confidence.
‘Home Improvement' Star Richard Karn Teams up With DoMyOwn as ‘Chief Solutions Officer', Helping Homeowners Take Charge of Their Lawn Care
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
5 days ago
Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
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Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
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Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Central Garden (CENT) Surges 5.7%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?
Central Garden (CENT) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.
Central Garden (CENT) Surges 5.7%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?
Neutral
Business Wire
2 weeks ago
Ferry-Morse Welcomes Spring with Garden Get-Together Video Series; Shares 25% off Discount with Series
NORTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #GardenGetTogether--Ferry-Morse, one of the leading and oldest gardening seed brands in the United States, part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA), is ushering in Spring with its annual Garden Get-Together, now expanded to a video series. Starting Thursday, March 20, the first day of Spring, fresh episodes will drop every Tuesday and Thursday through April 22 on the Ferry-Morse Instagram, TikTok, Facebook or YouTube channels. Episodes wi.
Ferry-Morse Welcomes Spring with Garden Get-Together Video Series; Shares 25% off Discount with Series
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Central Garden (CENT) is a Top-Ranked Growth Stock: Should You Buy?
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Central Garden (CENT) is a Top-Ranked Growth Stock: Should You Buy?
Neutral
Business Wire
3 weeks ago
Alexandra Kay Partners with Arden to Launch Exclusive Outdoor Cushion Collection
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #OutdoorCushions--Country music artist Alexandra Kay has teamed up with Arden, part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA), a leading name in outdoor furnishings, to design an exclusive line of durable and stylish outdoor cushions. This collaboration comes in the midst of Kay's tour, combining her passion for songwriting under the open sky with Arden's renowned outdoor furnishing. The Alexandra Kay x Arden Collection features three dist.
Alexandra Kay Partners with Arden to Launch Exclusive Outdoor Cushion Collection
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Looking for a Growth Stock? 3 Reasons Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Solid Choice
Central Garden (CENT) possesses solid growth attributes, which could help it handily outperform the market.
Looking for a Growth Stock? 3 Reasons Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Solid Choice
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Here's Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Strong Growth Stock
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Here's Why Central Garden (CENT) is a Strong Growth Stock
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Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
Central Garden & Pet: Strong Start To FY 2025 (Rating Upgrade)
CENT delivered strong Q1 FY25 results with moderate net sales growth and a significant improvement in EPS. Management reaffirmed full-year EPS guidance of $2.20+ but remains cautious about Q2 normalization due to shipment timing and promotional activities. Potential margin pressure from proposed tariffs on imports, but CENT's Cost & Simplicity Program continues to drive operational efficiencies, offsetting external headwinds.
Central Garden & Pet: Strong Start To FY 2025 (Rating Upgrade)
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