Central Garden & Pet CoCENT +4.32%76 Quick Ratio is 2.16 as of Mar. 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 1.97. GuruFocus rates CENT with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.68 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,987 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks better than 75.84% on this metric.
Central Garden & Pet Co has a quick ratio of 2.16. It generally indicates good short-term financial strength.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Garden & Pet Co's Quick Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
CENT'
s Quick Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 1.14 Med: 1.97 Max: 3.71
Current: 2.16
During the past 13 years, Central Garden & Pet Co's highest Quick Ratio was 3.71. The lowest was 1.14. And the median was 1.97.
CENT's Quick Ratio is ranked better than 75.84% of 1987
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 1.12
vs CENT: 2.16
Central Garden & Pet Co (NAS:CENT) Quick Ratio Explanation
The quick ratio is more conservative than the Current Ratio because it excludes inventories from current assets. The ratio derives its name presumably from the fact that assets such as cash and marketable securities are quick sources of cash. Inventories generally take time to be converted into cash, and if they have to be sold quickly, the company may have to accept a lower price than book value of these inventories. As a result, they are justifiably excluded from assets that are ready sources of immediate cash.
In general, low or decreasing quick ratios generally suggest that a company is over-leveraged, struggling to maintain or grow sales, paying bills too quickly or collecting receivables too slowly. On the other hand, a high or increasing quick ratio generally indicates that a company is experiencing solid top-line growth, quickly converting receivables into cash, and easily able to cover its financial obligations. Such companies often have faster inventory turnover and cash conversion cycles.
The higher the quick ratio, the better the company's liquidity position.
Central Garden & Pet Co Quick Ratio Related Terms
Central Garden & Pet Co Quick Ratio Historical Data
* 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.
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Central Garden & Pet Co's Quick Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Quick Ratio 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 Quick Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Central Garden & Pet Co's Quick Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Garden & Pet Co's Quick Ratio falls into.
The quick ratio measures a company's ability to meet its short-term obligations with its most liquid assets. For this reason, the ratio excludes inventories from current assets.
Central Garden & Pet Co's Quick Ratio 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 Quick Ratio of 2.16 as of Mar. 2026. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. This is 10% above median its historical median of 1.97. Over the past decade, Central Garden & Pet Co's Quick Ratio has ranged from 1.14 to 3.71. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #480 out of 1987 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 24.2%.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co's Quick Ratio too high?
Central Garden & Pet Co's current Quick Ratio of 2.16 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 1.97. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.14 to a high of 3.71. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Quick Ratio is 1.12. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 2.16 is 92.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #480 out of 1987 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. 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 Quick Ratio compare to FRPT and FLO?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #480 out of 1987 companies for Quick Ratio. This places Central Garden & Pet Co in the top 24% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Quick Ratio is 1.12. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 2.16 is 92.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Central Garden & Pet Co's own Quick Ratio has ranged from 1.14 to 3.71 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.97 vs. the industry median of 1.12, 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 Quick Ratio for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Quick Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 1.12, based on 1,987 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Quick Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Quick Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Garden & Pet Co's current Quick Ratio of 2.16 is 92.9% 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 Quick Ratio mean?
A high Quick Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Quick ratio is the ratio of current assets less inventory to current liabilities. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Quick Ratio is 1.12 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Garden & Pet Co's current Quick Ratio is 2.16, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 1.97. 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 $37.68, compared to a current price of $45.15 — trading 19.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Quick Ratio is 2.16, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 1.97 and 92.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 1.12. 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 Quick Ratio calculated?
Quick Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT), the current Quick Ratio is 2.16 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 $45.15 is trading 19.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $37.68.
GuruFocus considers Central Garden & Pet Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CENT:
Quick Ratio: 2.16 (10% above median its 10-year median of 1.97)
GF Value™: $37.68 vs. price of $45.15 (19.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 92.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#480 of 1987)
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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