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CENT Stock Analyst Ratings, Estimated Earnings and Price Targets

NASDAQ : CENT

Central Garden & Pet

$42.33
0.21+0.50%
At Close 4:00 PM
68.37
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CENT Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast

According to evaluations from 2 analysts over the past year, the consensus analyst rating for CENT stock is "Buy". The average price target based on the past year stands at $52.00, with estimates ranging from $50.00 to $54.00.

Eps Overview

Growth Next 5yrs
5.22%
Last Quarter
$1.54
Past Year
$2.45
Growth Past 5yrs
7.67%
Next Quarter
$1.10
Estimate Next Year
$9.14

Consensus Rating

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Consensus Price Target

Highest Price Target

$54.00

28.21% Upside

Mean Price Target

$52.00

23.46% Upside

Lowest Price Target

$50.00

18.71% Upside

Recent Analyst Ratings

Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage

Last Updated On May 08, 2026

Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS

CENT Earnings Per Share (EPS) History

According to financial reports, CENT (NYSE: CENT) reported an actual EPS of $1.54 for the quarter ending on Aug 05, 2026, compared to an estimated $1.53, resulting in a 0.65% surprise. In the prior quarter (May 06, 2026), CENT recorded an actual EPS of $1.29 with a 19.44% surprise. See CENT's full earnings history.

Earnings History

EPS Surprise Factor Analysis

CENT has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Aug 05, 2026 showing a 0.65% beat. Previously, the quarter ending May 06, 2026 recorded a 19.44% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.

Report DateActualForecastSurprise Factor
Aug 05, 20261.541.53+0.65%
May 06, 20261.291.08+19.44%
Feb 04, 20260.210.11+90.91%
Nov 24, 2025-0.09-0.2-55.00%
Aug 06, 20251.561.34+16.42%
May 07, 20251.040.94+10.64%

After EPS Prices

CENT stock frequently reacts to earnings reports. Following the Aug 05, 2026 earnings, the share price saw a 0.02% rise before closing. On the 7th day after the report, CENT shares recorded a -0.75% decline. Analyze historical CENT stock performance post-earnings.

Earning DateBefore EPS ChangeNext Day Closing Price7th Day Closing Price
Aug 05, 2026$44.07+0.02%$46.54+5.63%$43.73-0.75%
May 06, 2026$36.09-2.01%$38.53+4.62%$37.38+1.49%
Feb 04, 2026$34.48-1.79%$36.60+4.24%$37.95+8.09%
Nov 24, 2025--$34.15+8.65%$33.54+6.71%
Aug 06, 2025$39.62+0.53%$35.09-10.96%$35.81-9.13%
May 07, 2025$34.55+0.29%$34.59+0.41%$36.30+5.37%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CENT stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given CENT stock an average recommendation of Buy. 2 analysts have given their ratings to CENT out of which 0 analysts have given strong buy call, 2 analysts have given buy call, 0 analysts rate it hold, 0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and 0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of $52.00 gives the stock implied upside of roughly 23.46% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for CENT highest price target?
Analysts suggest CENT's stock price would rise to a high of $54.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for CENT over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the CENT stock price could move to $50.00.
What is the average target price for CENT?
CENT stock has an average analyst estimate of $52.00.
At its current price, how far is CENT from its average target price?
CENT shares are currently trading 23.46% above this price target.
What were CENT’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $1.54 versus consensus estimates of $1.53, and below the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $1.56.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
CENT's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $1.10 and $9.14 for the whole year.
What has CENT's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 5.22% EPS growth for CENT in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 7.67% in the past five years.
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