Central Garden & Pet Co (FRA:GP7A) OCF Yield %: 13.31 (As of Jul. 04, 2026) — 37% Above Median


FRA:GP7A Central Garden & Pet Co FRA:GP7A
75 GF Score
Price €33.20
GF Value €28.96
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Central Garden & Pet Co OCF Yield %?

Central Garden & Pet Co FRA:GP7A -1.19% 75 OCF Yield % is 13.31 as of Jul. 04, 2026, which is 37% above its 10-year median of 9.69. GuruFocus rates FRA:GP7A with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of €28.96 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,981 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks better than 72.54% on this metric.

OCF Yield % is calculated as Cash Flow from Operations divided by Market Capitalization. It is a financial solvency ratio that compares the operating cash flow a company is expected to earn against its market value.

As of today, Central Garden & Pet Co's Trailing 12-Month Cash Flow from Operations is €283 Mil, and Market Cap is €2,166 Mil. Therefore, Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % for today is 13.31%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:GP7A' s OCF Yield % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -1.76   Med: 9.69   Max: 18.01
Current: 13.31


During the past 13 years, the highest OCF Yield % of Central Garden & Pet Co was 18.01%. The lowest was -1.76%. And the median was 9.69%.

FRA:GP7A's OCF Yield % is ranked better than
72.54% of 1981 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 6.69 vs FRA:GP7A: 13.31

Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was %.


Central Garden & Pet Co OCF Yield % Explanation

Similar to Earnings Yield %, OCF Yield % is financial solvency ratio. A lower ratio suggests a less attractive investment, indicating that investors might not receive substantial returns in proportion to their investment. Conversely, a high operating cash flow yield signals that a company generates sufficient cash to comfortably meet its debts, obligations, and dividend payments, making it a promising investment choice.


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Central Garden & Pet Co OCF Yield % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % 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 OCF Yield % Chart

Central Garden & Pet Co Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
OCF Yield %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 10.21 -1.83 17.33 18.80 18.93

Central Garden & Pet Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
OCF Yield % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -9.54 57.26 41.62 -15.66 -9.75

FRA:GP7A vs FRPT, MZTI, FLO: OCF Yield % Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield %, along with its competitors' market caps and OCF Yield % 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 OCF Yield % vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % falls into.


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Central Garden & Pet Co OCF Yield % Calculation

OCF Yield % is a financial solvency ratio that compares the operating cash flow a company is expected to earn against its market value.

Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % for the fiscal year that ended in Sep. 2025 is calculated as

OCF Yield %=Cash Flow from Operations / Market Cap
=283.295 / 1496.3298
=18.93%

Central Garden & Pet Co's annualized OCF Yield % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

OCF Yield %=Cash Flow from Operations * Annualized Factor / Market Cap
=-42.938 * 4 / 1762.1898
=-9.75%

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about OCF Yield % →
What does a OCF Yield % of 13.31 mean?
Central Garden & Pet Co (FRA:GP7A) has a OCF Yield % of 13.31 as of Jul. 04, 2026. OCF Yield is calculated as Cash Flow from Operations divided by Market Capitalization. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. This is 37% above median its historical median of 9.69. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #544 out of 1981 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 27.5%.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % too high?
Central Garden & Pet Co's current OCF Yield % of 13.31 is 37% above median its 10-year median of 9.69. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median OCF Yield % is 6.69. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 13.31 is 99% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #544 out of 1981 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Central Garden & Pet Co has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Garden & Pet Co's OCF Yield % compare to FRPT and MZTI?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #544 out of 1981 companies for OCF Yield %. This puts Central Garden & Pet Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median OCF Yield % is 6.69. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 13.31 is 99% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 9.69 vs. the industry median of 6.69, Central Garden & Pet Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good OCF Yield % for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median OCF Yield % among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 6.69, based on 1,981 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a OCF Yield % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, OCF Yield % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Garden & Pet Co's current OCF Yield % of 13.31 is 99% 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 OCF Yield % mean?
A high OCF Yield % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. OCF Yield is calculated as Cash Flow from Operations divided by Market Capitalization. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median OCF Yield % is 6.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Garden & Pet Co's current OCF Yield % is 13.31, which is 37% above median its own 10-year median of 9.69. 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 (FRA:GP7A) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €28.96, compared to a current price of €33.20 — trading 14.6% above its estimated fair value. The current OCF Yield % is 13.31, which is 37% above median its 10-year median of 9.69 and 99% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 6.69. Central Garden & Pet Co's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is OCF Yield % calculated?
OCF Yield % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Garden & Pet Co (FRA:GP7A), the current OCF Yield % is 13.31 as of Jul. 04, 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 (FRA:GP7A) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Garden & Pet Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €33.20 is trading 14.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of €28.96. GuruFocus considers Central Garden & Pet Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:GP7A:

  • OCF Yield %: 13.31 (37% above median its 10-year median of 9.69)
  • GF Value™: €28.96 vs. price of €33.20 (14.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 99% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#544 of 1981)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:GP7A stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Central Garden & Pet Co Business Description

Other Exchanges CENTA:USACENT:USA
Address 1340 Treat Boulevard, Suite 600, Walnut Creek, CA, USA, 94597
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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