Central Garden & Pet Co's Days Sales Outstanding for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 48.38.
Central Garden & Pet Co's Days Inventory for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 121.74.
Central Garden & Pet Co's Days Payable for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 40.62.
Therefore, Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 129.50.
Central Garden & Pet Co (NAS:CENT) Cash Conversion Cycle Explanation
Generally, the lower this number is, the better for the company. Although it should be combined with other metrics (such as ROE % and ROA %), it can be especially useful for comparing close competitors, because the company with the lowest CCC is often the one with better management.
Be Aware
CCC is most effective with retail-type companies, which have inventories that are sold to customers. Consulting businesses, software companies and insurance companies are all examples of companies for whom this metric is meaningless.
The CCC is one of several tools that can help you evaluate management, especially if it is calculated for several consecutive time periods and for several competitors. Decreasing or steady CCCs are good, while rising ones should motivate you to dig a bit deeper.
Central Garden & Pet Co Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms
Central Garden & Pet Co Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Central Garden & Pet Co Cash Conversion Cycle Chart
CENT vs FRPT, FLO, JJSF: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle, along with its competitors' market caps and Cash Conversion Cycle data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Central Garden & Pet Co Cash Conversion Cycle vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.
Central Garden & Pet Co Cash Conversion Cycle Calculation
Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) measures how fast a company can convert cash on hand into even more cash on hand. This metric looks at the amount of time needed to sell inventory, the amount of time needed to collect receivables and the length of time the company is afforded to pay its bills without incurring penalties.
Cash Conversion Cycle is one of several measures of management effectiveness.
Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle for the fiscal year that ended in Sep. 2025 is calculated as
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of 129.50 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
Central Garden & Pet Co's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 129.50. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 75.52. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 129.50 is 71.5% above this industry median. Overall, Central Garden & Pet Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to FRPT and FLO?
Central Garden & Pet Co's Cash Conversion Cycle of 129.50 can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 75.52. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 129.50 is 71.5% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash Conversion Cycle for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Cash Conversion Cycle among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 75.52, based on 1,946 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cash Conversion Cycle significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cash Conversion Cycle should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Garden & Pet Co's current Cash Conversion Cycle of 129.50 is 71.5% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cash Conversion Cycle mean?
A high Cash Conversion Cycle can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 75.52 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Garden & Pet Co's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 129.50. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $37.66, compared to a current price of $44.83 — trading 19% above its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is 129.50 and 71.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 75.52. Central Garden & Pet Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash Conversion Cycle calculated?
Cash Conversion Cycle is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is 129.50 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Garden & Pet Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $44.83 is trading 19% above its estimated GF Value™ of $37.66.
GuruFocus considers Central Garden & Pet Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CENT:
Cash Conversion Cycle: 129.50
GF Value™: $37.66 vs. price of $44.83 (19% above fair value)
Industry Position: 71.5% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median
No single metric tells the full story. See the CENT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Central Garden & Pet Co offers solutions that support healthier pets, greener lawns, and thriving gardens. Its products include dog and cat treats, chews, toys, beds, containment, grooming supplies, aquatics, small animal and bird supplies, equine and livestock products, insect control solutions, grass seed, wild bird feed, fertilizers, pest controls, live plants, and packet seeds, sold under brands such as Aqueon, Nylabone, Kaytee, Farnam, Pennington, Ferry Morse, Amdro, and Sevin. The company operates through two segments, Pet and Garden, and sells through retailers, independent stores, eCommerce channels, and professional markets. It has sales and distribution operations mainly across the United States, with additional facilities in Canada and Mexico.
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