Central Garden & Pet Company

NASDAQ:CENT USA Packaged Foods
Market Cap
$348.57 Million
Market Cap Rank
#4880 Global
#2978 in USA
Share Price
$36.12
Change (1 day)
-2.33%
52-Week Range
$28.98 - $41.07
All Time High
$47.33
About

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 items, waste management, and training pads; supplies for aquatics, small animals, reptil… Read more

Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of December 2025: $3.64 Billion USD

Based on the latest financial reports, Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) holds total assets worth $3.64 Billion USD as of December 2025.

Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments.

Central Garden & Pet Company - Total Assets Trend (1992–2025)

This chart illustrates how Central Garden & Pet Company’s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by total assets.

Central Garden & Pet Company - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (September 2025)

Central Garden & Pet Company's total assets of $3.64 Billion consist of 54.5% current assets and 45.5% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (USD) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents $0.00 24.3%
Accounts Receivable $325.30 Million 9.0%
Inventory $722.11 Million 19.9%
Property, Plant & Equipment $0.00 0.0%
Intangible Assets $447.60 Million 12.4%
Goodwill $554.69 Million 15.3%

Asset Composition Trend (1992–2025)

This chart illustrates how Central Garden & Pet Company's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Central Garden & Pet Company's current assets represent 54.5% of total assets in 2025, a decrease from 88.0% in 1992.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 24.3% of total assets in 2025, up from 0.2% in 1992.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 27.0% of total assets, an increase from 0.0% in 1992.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is inventory at 19.9% of total assets.

Central Garden & Pet Company Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Central Garden & Pet Company based on total assets are shown below.

Central Garden & Pet Company - Asset Efficiency Metrics

Asset efficiency metrics measure how effectively a company uses its assets to generate revenue and profits. These indicators help investors evaluate management's ability to deploy capital efficiently.

Asset Turnover Ratio

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales

Historical Range: 0.86 - 1.57

Strong asset utilization - Central Garden & Pet Company generates 0.86x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: 3.04% - 6.48%

Moderate ROA - For every $100 in assets, Central Garden & Pet Company generates $ 4.49 in net profit.

Central Garden & Pet Company - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 3.42 3.47 2.62
Quick Ratio 1.97 1.97 1.37
Cash Ratio 0.00 0.00 0.00
Working Capital $1.39 Billion $ 1.34 Billion $ 870.42 Million

Central Garden & Pet Company - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Central Garden & Pet Company's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 1.50
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 0.57
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 2.0%
Total Assets $3.63 Billion
Market Capitalization $2.07 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Below Book Valuation: The market values Central Garden & Pet Company's assets below their book value (0.57 x), which may indicate investor concerns about asset quality or future growth.

Positive Asset Growth: Central Garden & Pet Company's assets grew by 2.0% over the past year, showing continued investment in the company's operational capacity.

Annual Total Assets for Central Garden & Pet Company (1992–2025)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Central Garden & Pet Company from 1992 to 2025.

Year Total Assets Change
2025-09-30 $3.63 Billion +2.03%
2024-09-30 $3.55 Billion +5.17%
2023-09-30 $3.38 Billion +2.94%
2022-09-30 $3.28 Billion +5.30%
2021-09-30 $3.12 Billion +33.23%
2020-09-30 $2.34 Billion +15.52%
2019-09-30 $2.03 Billion +6.18%
2018-09-30 $1.91 Billion +45.93%
2017-09-30 $1.31 Billion +7.81%
2016-09-30 $1.21 Billion +6.82%
2015-09-30 $1.13 Billion -1.22%
2014-09-30 $1.15 Billion -1.07%
2013-09-30 $1.16 Billion +1.01%
2012-09-30 $1.15 Billion +5.17%
2011-09-30 $1.09 Billion -3.35%
2010-09-30 $1.13 Billion -1.74%
2009-09-30 $1.15 Billion -8.61%
2008-09-30 $1.26 Billion -23.53%
2007-09-30 $1.65 Billion +7.37%
2006-09-30 $1.53 Billion +45.20%
2005-09-30 $1.06 Billion +10.01%
2004-09-30 $960.20 Million +15.81%
2003-09-30 $829.10 Million +13.27%
2002-09-30 $731.96 Million -20.15%
2001-09-30 $916.63 Million -3.25%
2000-09-30 $947.42 Million -0.88%
1999-09-30 $955.80 Million +2.92%
1998-09-30 $928.70 Million +66.14%
1997-09-30 $559.00 Million +97.04%
1996-09-30 $283.70 Million +98.81%
1995-09-30 $142.70 Million +0.63%
1994-09-30 $141.80 Million -1.32%
1993-09-30 $143.70 Million +16.73%
1992-09-30 $123.10 Million --