Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ:CENT) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Wednesday, 2026-02-04. Here’s what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Central Garden & Pet will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.13.
Anticipation surrounds Central Garden & Pet’s announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
Earnings Track Record
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.11, which was followed by a 8.65% increase in the share price the next day.
Here’s a look at Central Garden & Pet’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q4 2025 | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | -0.20 | 1.39 | 0.94 | -0.04 |
| EPS Actual | -0.09 | 1.56 | 1.04 | 0.21 |
| Price Change % | 9.00 | -11.00 | 0.00 | 8.00 |
Tracking Central Garden & Pet’s Stock Performance
Shares of Central Garden & Pet were trading at $34.48 as of February 02. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 7.2%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going into this earnings release.
Analyst Insights on Central Garden & Pet
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Central Garden & Pet.
Analysts have given Central Garden & Pet a total of 1 ratings, with the consensus rating being Buy. The average one-year price target is $50.0, indicating a potential 45.01% upside.
Peer Ratings Overview
The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average …