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Committed to product innovation, Central Garden & Pet Co. is looking forward to strengthening its position as one of the leading companies in the U.S. pet supplies and lawn and garden supplies space. Unique packaging, point-of-sale displays, logistic capabilities and a high level of customer service are some of its key growth catalysts.
CENT is a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stock, with a Growth Style Score of B and VGM Score of A. Earnings are expected to grow 8.4% year-over-year for the current fiscal year, with sales growth of 1%.
Two analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.10 to $2.32 per share. CENT also boasts an average earnings surprise of 208.7%.
Looking at cash flow, Central Garden is expected to report cash flow growth of 8.7% this year; CENT has generated cash flow growth of 11.4% over the past three to five years.
CENT should be on investors' short lists because of its impressive growth fundamentals, a good Zacks Rank, and strong Growth and VGM Style Scores.
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