Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1993 to 2025
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CENT EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
CENT Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31.1% | 8.5% | 5.2% |
| 2024 | 29.5% | 5.8% | 3.4% |
| 2023 | 28.6% | 6.4% | 3.8% |
| 2022 | 29.7% | 7.8% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | 29.4% | 7.8% | 4.6% |
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Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $171M, reflecting +57.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $2.77 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 5.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CENT's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +3.0%, reflecting modest earnings expansion. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $163M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Central Garden & Pet Company maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 31.1%, operating margin of 8.5%, and net margin of 5.2%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including SPB ($105M net income, 3.6% margin), ACCO ($74M net income, 2.7% margin), HRB ($300M net income, 16.1% margin), CENT has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare CENT vs SPB →
CENT Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
CENT Historical Earnings Data (1993–2025)
33 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $163M | +50.8% | $265M | $2.55 | 5.2% | 8.5% |
| 2024 | $108M | -14.1% | $185M | $1.62 | 3.4% | 5.8% |
| 2023 | $126M | -17.4% | $211M | $1.88 | 3.8% | 6.4% |
| 2022 | $152M | +0.3% | $260M | $2.24 | 4.6% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | $152M | +25.7% | $257M | $2.20 | 4.6% | 7.8% |
| 2020 | $121M | +30.1% | $198M | $2.20 | 4.5% | 7.3% |
| 2019 | $93M | -24.9% | $151M | $1.61 | 3.9% | 6.4% |
| 2018 | $124M | +56.8% | $167M | $2.32 | 5.6% | 7.6% |
| 2017 | $79M | +77.1% | $156M | $1.52 | 3.8% | 7.6% |
| 2016 | $45M | +39.2% | $129M | $0.87 | 2.4% | 7.1% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CENT stock.
Is CENT growing earnings?
CENT EPS is $2.77, with earnings growth accelerating to +57.4%. This exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +3.0%. TTM net income reached $171M.
What are CENT's profit margins?
Central Garden & Pet Company net margin is +5.2%, with operating margin at +8.5%. Margins sit within typical range for the sector.
How consistent are CENT's earnings?
CENT earnings data spans 1993-2025. The accelerating earnings trend is +57.4% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.