CENT
Central Garden & Pet
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- Consumer Defensive
- NASDAQ: CENT
- PEG Ratio
CENT currently shows a PE to growth ratio reading of 0.32 as of Jun 22, 2026. This result reflects a P/E ratio of 15.4 measured against EPS growth of 47.6%.
CENT PEG ratio history
A ten years lookback reveals an average PEG ratio of 1.28 for Central Garden & Pet. Compared to historical data, CENT's 0.32 PEG ratio represents a drop of 75%. CENT hit its maximum PEG ratio of 12.97 during the Dec 2023 quarter over the last ten years. The Mar 2021 quarter marked the lowest reading at 0.21, indicating the most favorable growth-adjusted valuation.
Central Garden & Pet PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.22 | 12.88 | 57.3% |
| 2024 | N/A | 22.35 | -14.6% |
| 2023 | N/A | 18.39 | -16.2% |
| 2022 | 7.31 | 13.15 | 1.8% |
| 2021 | 0.63 | 16.59 | 26.4% |
| 2020 | 0.46 | 16.99 | 36.9% |
| 2019 | N/A | 18.21 | -31.9% |
| 2018 | 0.29 | 15.1 | 51.6% |
| 2017 | 0.34 | 24.66 | 72.6% |
| 2016 | 0.74 | 27.8 | 37.7% |
| 2015 | 0.09 | 24.74 | 278.6% |
| 2014 | 0.08 | 43.94 | 566.7% |
| 2013 | N/A | N/A | -108.6% |
| 2012 | N/A | 27.18 | -12.5% |
| 2011 | N/A | 13.38 | -29.8% |
Central Garden & Pet PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.28 | 13.27 | 47.6% |
| Dec 2025 | 0.37 | 13.13 | 35.3% |
| Sep 2025 | 0.22 | 12.88 | 57.3% |
| Jun 2025 | N/A | 16 | 0% |
| Mar 2025 | N/A | 19.02 | -16.7% |
| Dec 2024 | N/A | 21.28 | -10.7% |
| Sep 2024 | N/A | 22.35 | -14.6% |
| Jun 2024 | 0.89 | 17.42 | 19.5% |
| Mar 2024 | 0.59 | 18.87 | 32% |
| Dec 2023 | 12.97 | 19.46 | 1.5% |
| Sep 2023 | N/A | 18.39 | -16.2% |
| Jun 2023 | N/A | 16.32 | -18.5% |
| Mar 2023 | N/A | 18.44 | -23.9% |
| Dec 2022 | N/A | 14.92 | -11.7% |
| Sep 2022 | 7.31 | 13.15 | 1.8% |
CENT average PEG ratio chart
Measured against past performance, CENT's PEG ratio is lower than the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
Central Garden & Pet's PEG of 0.32 is lower than the Consumer Defensive sector, the industry and its peers average. Looking at the Consumer Defensive sector average of 1.22, Central Garden & Pet's PEG is 74% lower.
CENT EPS growth
CENT Price vs fair value
CENT PEG vs peers
Compared to its peers, CENT has a PEG ratio lower than stocks WMT and FINW, while greater than SMG's and SPB's. At 0.32, Central Garden & Pet's PEG ratio is lower than the peer group average of 0.69.
| Stock name | PEG ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| SPB Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc | 0.11 | $1.91B |
| SMG Scotts Miracle-Gro Co | 0.16 | $3.7B |
| CENT Central Garden & Pet Co | 0.33 | $2.74B |
| FINW Finwise Bancorp | 0.56 | $195.17M |
| WMT Walmart Inc | 1.97 | $952.78B |
| HD Home Depot Inc | N/A | $325.15B |
| PETS Petmed Express Inc | N/A | $38.67M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Central Garden & Pet's PEG ratio?
CENT has a PEG ratio of 0.32, per Jun 22, 2026 data.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Central Garden & Pet (CENT)?
Across the past 3 years, CENT's PEG ratio has averaged at 2.55.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Central Garden & Pet (CENT)?
Across the past 5 years, CENT's PEG ratio has averaged at 2.46.
What is the highest PEG ratio for CENT?
The Dec 2023 quarter marked the ten years high at 12.97 for CENT's PEG ratio.
How does the current PEG ratio for CENT compare to its historical average?
At present, CENT's PEG ratio is 75% lower than its 10-year historical average.
Why is Central Garden & Pet's PEG ratio so low?
Rapid earnings growth combined with a modest valuation gives CENT a PEG ratio of 0.32.
How is CENT's PEG ratio calculated (Central Garden & Pet PEG ratio formula)?
The PEG ratio derives from taking PE and dividing by the rate at which earnings are growing (YoY TTM). As of Jun 22, 2026, Central Garden & Pet has a PE ratio of 15.4. Earnings grew at 47.6% over the TTM period ending Mar 2026. Applying the formula, this gives a PEG ratio of 0.32. PEG RATIO(0.32) = PE RATIO(15.4) / EPS GROWTH(47.6%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.