Central Garden & Pet Company produces and distributes various products for the lawn and garden, and pet supplies markets in the United States. It provides pet supplies products, including edible chews and treats, dog chew toys, dog play toys, natural dog treats and chews, pet dental chews and solutions, dog training pads, pet containment, grooming supplies, and other accessories; products for birds, small animals, and specialty pets comprising food, cages and habitats, toys, chews, and related accessories; animal and household health and insect control products; live fish and products for fish, reptiles, and other aquarium-based pets, such as aquariums, furniture and lighting fixtures, pumps, filters, water conditioners, food, and supplements; and products for horses and livestock, as well as outdoor cushions and pillows. The company sells its pet supplies products under the Aqueon, Cadet, Comfort Zone, Farnam, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H Pet Products, Nylabone, and Zilla brands, as well as under Adams, Altosid, Arden Companies, Coralife, C&S Products, Interpet, Pet Select, TFH, and Zodiac other brands. It also offers lawn and garden supplies products that include grass seed; wild bird feed, bird feeders, bird houses, and other birding accessories; fertilizers; decorative outdoor lifestyle products; live plants; and weed and grass, as well as other herbicides, insecticide, and pesticide products. The company sells its lawn and garden supplies products under the AMDRO, Ironite, Pennington, and Sevin brands, as well as under Bell Nursery, Lilly Miller, and Over-N-Out other brand names. Central Garden & Pet Company was founded in 1955 and is based in Walnut Creek, California.
IPO Year: 1993
Exchange: NASDAQ
Website: central.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
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| 4/30/2025 | $35.00 | Buy → Hold | Truist |
| 5/28/2024 | $50.00 | Hold → Buy | Argus |
| 3/12/2024 | $52.00 | Buy | Canaccord Genuity |
| 11/30/2021 | Buy → Hold | Argus Research |
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Truist downgraded Central Garden from Buy to Hold and set a new price target of $35.00
Argus upgraded Central Garden from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $50.00
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Argus Research downgraded Central Garden & Pet from Buy to Hold
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Employee volunteer day, brand contributions, and a $50,000 donation toward Lindsay's new aviaries help advance wildlife care, habitat restoration, and community education in Walnut Creek 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 capacity to rehabilitate native animals and engage the commun
Trusted by generations of horse owners, Farnam marks its milestone anniversary with the launch of the Horse Care Grant Sweepstakes and continued innovation in equine care. 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. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260520650917/en/Trusted by generations of horse owners, Farnam marks its milestone anniversary with the launch of the Horse Car
Trusted insect control brand builds on legacy performance with new packaging, products, and expanded availability Starbar®, a longstanding leader in insect control solutions and part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio, announced the launch of its new rebrand today, marking the next evolution of a product line trusted by farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals for generations. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260512239637/en/The refreshed Starbar brand reflects a continued commitment to delivering dependable, effective insect control solutions while introducing a modern look and expanding prod
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 Edelmann, VP Investor Relations. Wolfe Research Small and Mid-Cap Conference (May 15) Virtual – John Jordan, CFO, Garden Segment; Greg Andrews, CFO, Pet Segment; and Friederike Edelmann, VP Investor Relations. R.W. Baird 2026 Global Consu
Reports fiscal 2026 Q2 net sales of $906 million, compared with $834 million a year ago Delivers fiscal 2026 Q2 GAAP diluted EPS of $1.28, compared with $0.98 in the prior year Reaffirms fiscal 2026 outlook for non-GAAP diluted EPS of $2.70 or better 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. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260506775709/en/ "We continued to build on our solid start to the year, ending the quarter with higher
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 provide a business update. A live webcast, replay and related materials will be available at http://ir.central.com. To join by phone, please dial +1 (201) 689-8345 for both domestic and international participants. About Central Garden & Pet
Boston, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gordon Brothers, the global asset experts, provided $175 million in strategic financing to support Phillips Pet Food's (Phillips) acquisition of the pet distribution arm of Central Garden & Pet Co., Central Pet. Gordon Brothers will serve as the integration agent providing asset intelligent capital, real estate optimization and inventory rationalization. Phillips, which is owned by Axar Capital Management (Axar), and Central Pet will together form the largest pet distribution company in the United States. The financing from Gordon Brothers, consisting of a $175 million unitranche asset-based lending revolver structured with a RILO℠ tranche e
Partnership Expands Nationwide Distribution and Enhances Customer Support Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT, CENTA)) ("Central"), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, today announced a strategic partnership with Phillips Pet Food & Supplies ("Phillips"), a leading national distributor of pet products, to launch a strategic pet distribution joint venture. By bringing together two highly complementary platforms, the companies aim to create a stronger, more agile nationwide distribution network designed to accelerate growth opportunities, drive greater operational efficiency, and deliver enhanced service and capabilities to the companies' customers, employees, a
After a successful first year focused on DIY lawn care, DoMyOwn and Karn turn to pest control, helping homeowners confidently tackle ants, mosquitoes, roaches, termites and more. PRESS KIT DoMyOwn.com, the leading online retailer for professional-grade do-it-yourself pest control and lawn care products, and part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio, announces the continuation of its partnership with television personality and DIY home improvement expert Richard Karn, who returns for a second year as the brand's Chief Solutions Officer. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260331425779/en/DIY home improvem
Featuring two new-to-horse active ingredients and a breakthrough mode of action, Endure® Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito Control delivers long-lasting, science-backed protection designed for modern fly control management. As flies continue to adapt, Farnam is answering with innovation. Today, Farnam–a trusted leader in equine care for 80 years and part of the Central Garden & Pet Company portfolio–announced the launch of Endure® Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito Control, a groundbreaking and unique new equine fly spray with a revolutionary approach to equine fly control. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260303510846/en/Made
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Kay M. Schwichtenberg Brings Decades of Experience in Animal Health Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, today announced that it has appointed Kay M. Schwichtenberg to its Board of Directors, effective March 1, 2026. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260212573383/en/Kay Schwichtenberg brings more than 40 years of experience in the animal health industry, including 29 years with Central. Ms. Schwichtenberg brings more than 40 years of experience in the animal health industry, including 29 years with Central. Most recently, she
Seasoned global legal executive with more than 30 years of experience across consumer packaged goods, technology, and healthcare to succeed retiring General Counsel & Secretary George Yuhas Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries, today announced the appointment of Apur Patel as Chief Legal Officer, effective January 26, 2026. Mr. Patel succeeds George Yuhas, who will retire from the company. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260126694850/en/Apur Patel joins Central Garden & Pet as Chief Legal Officer, overseeing all l
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. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250401102248/en/Nylabone Celebrates 70th Birthday with Limited-Edition Chew Toys and a Special Give-Back Campaign 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. Exclusively available thr
Randal D. Lewis Brings Decades of Experience in Consumer Products Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), (NASDAQ:CENTA), a market leader in the pet and garden industries, today announced that it has appointed Randal D. Lewis to its Board of Directors, effective December 11, 2024. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241216341413/en/Central Garden & Pet Announces Randal D. Lewis as New Director -- Randal D. Lewis Brings Decades of Experience in Consumer Products (Photo: Business Wire) Mr. Lewis brings to Central more than 34 years of experience in the consumer products industry, including 17 years at Spectrum Bra
Niko Lahanas, Former Central CFO, Brings 18 Years of Experience at the Company Brad Smith, Former CFO, Pet Segment, Appointed Central CFO Interim CEO and Director Beth Springer to Return to Role of Lead Independent Director Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT), (NASDAQ:CENTA), ("Central" or "the Company"), a market leader in the Pet and Garden industries, announced today that Niko Lahanas has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, and Brad Smith has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective September 29, 2024. Mr. Lahanas will also join Central's Board of Directors. Mr. Lahanas succeeds Beth Springer, who has served as Interim Chief Executive Officer since October, 2023. M
Tim Cofer joins Company as COO, will assume CEO role in Q2 2024 Chairman & CEO Bob Gamgort will guide transition and then serve as Executive Chairman BURLINGTON, Mass. and FRISCO, Texas, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:KDP) today announced the appointment of Tim Cofer as Chief Operating Officer, reporting to Chairman & CEO Bob Gamgort, as a key step in the Company's CEO succession plan. Cofer, who will join KDP on Nov. 6, 2023, will work side by side with Gamgort while in a COO capacity, with a planned transition to CEO in the second quarter of 2024. Gamgort will serve as Executive Chairman of KDP after the transition occurs. Cofer is a seasoned consumer pack
Current CEO Tim Cofer Departing to Join Keurig Dr Pepper, Initially as COO, and Will Assume the CEO Role in Q2 2024 Central Reaffirms Expectations for Fiscal 2023 Non-GAAP EPS of $2.55 or Better Central Garden & Pet Company ("Central") (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA), a market leader in the Pet and Garden industries, today announced that Tim Cofer, Chief Executive Officer since October 2019, has informed the Board of his intent to depart Central, effective as of the close of business on October 6, 2023. Mr. Cofer will join Keurig Dr Pepper, initially as Chief Operating Officer, and will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer in the second quarter of 2024. Beth Springer, Central's Lead
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT, CENTA))) ("Central"), a market leader in the garden and pet industries, today announced that it has appointed a new director, Lisa Coleman, to the Company's Board of Directors effective September 26, 2021. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210927005013/en/Lisa Coleman (Photo: Business Wire) Ms. Coleman has more than 25 years of experience in talent management and development including executive coaching, leadership development, leadership and succession planning and talent acquisition. She currently provides executive career coaching and board advisory through her firm Lisa
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT, CENTA) (“Central”), a market leader in the garden and pet industries, today announced that it has nominated two new independent directors, Courtnee Chun and Daniel P. Myers, for election at the Company’s 2021 Annual Shareholder Meeting on February 9, 2021. On that day, Thomas P. Colligan will retire from the Company’s Board of Directors. Their nomination follows the appointment of Brendan P. Dougher in September 2020, and the retirement of Jack Balousek, who had served on the Central Board of Directors for 19 years and was the Company’s lead independent director. The Company is pleased to announce
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Reports fiscal 2026 Q2 net sales of $906 million, compared with $834 million a year ago Delivers fiscal 2026 Q2 GAAP diluted EPS of $1.28, compared with $0.98 in the prior year Reaffirms fiscal 2026 outlook for non-GAAP diluted EPS of $2.70 or better 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. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260506775709/en/ "We continued to build on our solid start to the year, ending the quarter with higher
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 provide a business update. A live webcast, replay and related materials will be available at http://ir.central.com. To join by phone, please dial +1 (201) 689-8345 for both domestic and international participants. About Central Garden & Pet
Delivers fiscal 2026 Q1 GAAP diluted EPS of $0.11 and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.21 compared with $0.21 a year ago Reaffirms outlook for fiscal 2026 non-GAAP diluted EPS of $2.70 or better 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 first quarter ended December 27, 2025. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260204131823/en/ "We delivered a solid start to the fiscal year, with disciplined execution across the business, particularly when measured against a strong prior-ye
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a market leader in the pet and garden industries, will release its fiscal 2026 first quarter results for the period ending December 27, 2025, after market close on Wednesday, February 4, 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 provide a business update. A live webcast, replay and related materials will be available at http://ir.central.com. To join by phone, please dial +1 (201) 689-8345 for both domestic and international participants. About Central Garden & Pet Central
Fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion vs. $3.2 billion in the prior year Delivers fiscal 2025 GAAP EPS of $2.55 vs. $1.62, non-GAAP EPS of $2.73 vs. $2.13 Expects fiscal 2026 non-GAAP EPS of $2.70 or better Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a leading company in the pet and garden industries, today announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 27, 2025. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251124983754/en/ "This was a record year on the bottom line, marked by continued margin expansion and disciplined execution of our Cost and Simplicity agenda," said Niko
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a leading company in the pet and garden industries, will release its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2025 results for the period ending September 27, 2025, after the close of trading on Monday, November 24, 2025. 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 provide a business update. The live webcast, replay and related materials will be available at http://ir.central.com. To join by phone, please dial +1 (201) 689-8345 for both domestic and international participants. About Central Ga
Delivers fiscal 2025 Q3 GAAP EPS of $1.52 vs. $1.19 and non-GAAP EPS of $1.56 vs. $1.32 a year ago Reaffirms outlook for fiscal 2025 non-GAAP EPS of approximately $2.60 Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a leading company in the pet and garden industries, today announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 third quarter ended June 28, 2025. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250806748195/en/ "We're proud of our solid third-quarter performance, which reflects the strength of our strategic priorities in action," said Niko Lahanas, CEO of Central Garden & Pet. "Our team's dedica
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a market leader in the pet and garden industries, will release its fiscal 2025 third quarter results for the period ending June 28, 2025, after market close on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. 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 provide a business update. A live webcast, replay and related materials will be available at http://ir.central.com. To join by phone, please dial +1 (201) 689-8345 for both domestic and international participants. About Central Garden & Pet Central Garden
Delivers fiscal 2025 Q2 GAAP EPS of $0.98 vs. $0.93 and non-GAAP EPS of $1.04 vs. $0.99 a year ago amid softer sales in the quarter Reaffirms outlook for fiscal 2025 non-GAAP EPS of $2.20 or better Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a market leader in the pet and garden industries, today announced financial results for its fiscal 2025 second quarter ended March 29, 2025. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250507708476/en/ "We are pleased with our solid second-quarter results. Despite expected softer sales, our continued focus on improving productivity and execution of our Cost and
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) (NASDAQ:CENTA) ("Central"), a market leader in the pet and garden industries, will release its fiscal 2025 second quarter results for the period ending March 29, 2025, after market close on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. 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 provide a business update. A live webcast, replay and related materials will be available at http://ir.central.com. To join by phone, please dial +1 (201) 689-8345 for both domestic and international participants. About Central Garden & Pet Central Garden & P