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NASDAQ:CENT

Central Garden & Pet - CENT Stock Forecast, Price & News

$41.06
+0.69 (+1.71%)
(As of 03/31/2023 12:00 AM ET)
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Today's Range
$40.44
$41.26
50-Day Range
$38.60
$43.71
52-Week Range
$35.61
$46.78
Volume
38,025 shs
Average Volume
47,331 shs
Market Capitalization
$2.22 billion
P/E Ratio
16.69
Dividend Yield
N/A
Price Target
$50.00

Central Garden & Pet MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
21.8% Upside
$50.00 Price Target
Short Interest
Bearish
3.20% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
N/A
Sustainability
-3.45
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.07mentions of Central Garden & Pet in the last 14 days
Based on 5 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$4.56 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
6.82%
From $2.64 to $2.82 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

1.63 out of 5 stars

Consumer Discretionary Sector

233rd out of 264 stocks

Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Industry

3rd out of 3 stocks


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About Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) Stock

Central Garden & Pet Co. engages in the production and distribution of branded and private label products for the lawn, and garden and pet supplies markets. It operates through the following segments: Pets and Garden. The Pet segment includes dog and cat supplies such as dog treats and chews, toys, pet beds and grooming products, waste management and training pads, pet containment, supplies for aquatics, small animals, reptiles and pet birds including toys, cages and habitats, bedding, food and supplements, products for equine and livestock, animal and household health and insect control products, live fish and small animals as well as outdoor cushions. The Garden segment includes lawn and garden consumables such as grass, vegetable, flower and herb seed, wild bird feed, bird houses and other birding accessories, weed, grass, and other herbicides, insecticide and pesticide products, fertilizers and live plants. The company was founded by William E. Brown in 1980 and is headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA.

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CENT Stock News Headlines

Bank Accounts: Frozen!
In 1990, the Brazilian government froze the bank accounts of thousands of citizens. In 2013, the victims were the people of Cyprus. In 2022, it hit closer to home — in Canada. And now the Federal Reserve System Docket No. OP-1670 reveals the plan to give the Fed the power to track and potentially even control your checking account. Not just the money you have in your account … But also, every single check, withdrawal, deposit and transaction. Practically everything you do with your money!
Pet Care Market 2023 Size and Forecast to 2030
Bank Accounts: Frozen!
In 1990, the Brazilian government froze the bank accounts of thousands of citizens. In 2013, the victims were the people of Cyprus. In 2022, it hit closer to home — in Canada. And now the Federal Reserve System Docket No. OP-1670 reveals the plan to give the Fed the power to track and potentially even control your checking account. Not just the money you have in your account … But also, every single check, withdrawal, deposit and transaction. Practically everything you do with your money!
Pet Supplies Market Size and Forecast till 2031
Pet Products Market Outlook and Forecast till 2029
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CENT Company Calendar

Last Earnings
1/31/2023
Today
3/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/03/2023
Fiscal Year End
9/30/2023

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Miscellaneous nondurable goods
Sub-Industry
N/A
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:CENT
Employees
7,000
Year Founded
1980

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$50.00
High Stock Price Forecast
$50.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$50.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+21.8%
Consensus Rating
Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
3.00
Research Coverage
1 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$152.15 million
Pretax Margin
5.31%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$3.34 billion
Cash Flow
$4.42 per share
Book Value
$24.55 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
48,615,000
Market Cap
$2.22 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.68

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Key Executives

  • Timothy P. Cofer
    Chief Executive Officer & Director
  • Nicholas Lahanas
    Chief Financial Officer
  • Chris Walter
    Chief Information Officer & Senior Vice President
  • Howard Machek
    Chief Accounting Officer & Senior Vice President
  • John D. WalkerJohn D. Walker
    President-Garden Consumer Products













CENT Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Central Garden & Pet stock right now?

1 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Central Garden & Pet in the last twelve months. There are currently 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" CENT shares.
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What is Central Garden & Pet's stock price forecast for 2023?

1 analysts have issued 1-year price targets for Central Garden & Pet's stock. Their CENT share price forecasts range from $50.00 to $50.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $50.00 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 21.8% from the stock's current price.
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How have CENT shares performed in 2023?

Central Garden & Pet's stock was trading at $37.45 at the start of the year. Since then, CENT stock has increased by 9.6% and is now trading at $41.06.
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Are investors shorting Central Garden & Pet?

Central Garden & Pet saw a increase in short interest in the month of March. As of March 15th, there was short interest totaling 297,800 shares, an increase of 23.5% from the February 28th total of 241,200 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 35,700 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 8.3 days. Currently, 3.2% of the shares of the stock are sold short.
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When is Central Garden & Pet's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, May 3rd 2023.
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How were Central Garden & Pet's earnings last quarter?

Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, January, 31st. The company reported ($0.16) earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of ($0.18) by $0.02. The business earned $627.66 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $605.61 million. Central Garden & Pet had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 10.16% and a net margin of 4.08%.

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What guidance has Central Garden & Pet issued on next quarter's earnings?

Central Garden & Pet issued an update on its FY 2023 earnings guidance on Friday, February, 10th. The company provided EPS guidance of $2.60-$2.80 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of $2.66. The company issued revenue guidance of -.

What other stocks do shareholders of Central Garden & Pet own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Central Garden & Pet investors own include Skechers U.S.A. (SKX), General Electric (GE), Scotts Miracle-Gro (SMG), Zoetis (ZTS), Bunge (BG), Brinker International (EAT), Kroger (KR), Pfizer (PFE), Domtar (UFS) and Verizon Communications (VZ).

What is Central Garden & Pet's stock symbol?

Central Garden & Pet trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "CENT."

How do I buy shares of Central Garden & Pet?

Shares of CENT stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is Central Garden & Pet's stock price today?

One share of CENT stock can currently be purchased for approximately $41.06.

How much money does Central Garden & Pet make?

Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) has a market capitalization of $2.22 billion and generates $3.34 billion in revenue each year. The company earns $152.15 million in net income (profit) each year or $2.46 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does Central Garden & Pet have?

The company employs 7,000 workers across the globe.

Does Central Garden & Pet have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of Central Garden & Pet: Green Garden.
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How can I contact Central Garden & Pet?

Central Garden & Pet's mailing address is 1340 TREAT BOULEVARD SUITE 600, WALNUT CREEK CA, 94597. The official website for the company is www.central.com. The company can be reached via phone at (925) 948-4000, via email at fedelmann@central.com, or via fax at 302-636-5454.

This page (NASDAQ:CENT) was last updated on 4/1/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff