Central Garden & Pet CoCENT -0.26%72 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.76% as of Mar. 2026, which is 86% above its 10-year median of 6.33. GuruFocus rates CENT with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.54 (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 66.53% on this metric.
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. Central Garden & Pet Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $318 Mil. Central Garden & Pet Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $2,702 Mil. Therefore, Central Garden & Pet Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 11.76%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
CENT'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 4.44 Med: 6.33 Max: 10.26
Current: 6.45
During the past 13 years, Central Garden & Pet Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 10.26%. The lowest was 4.44%. And the median was 6.33%.
CENT's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 66.53% of 1987
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 3.38
vs CENT: 6.45
Central Garden & Pet Co (NAS:CENT) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
Central Garden & Pet Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
Central Garden & Pet Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset Chart
CENT vs FRPT, MZTI, FLO: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.76% mean?
Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.76% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. This is 86% above median its historical median of 6.33. Over the past decade, Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 4.44 to 10.26. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #665 out of 1987 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 33.5%.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
Central Garden & Pet Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.76% is 86% above median its 10-year median of 6.33. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 4.44 to a high of 10.26. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.38. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 11.76% is 247.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #665 out of 1987 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Central Garden & Pet Co has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Garden & Pet Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to FRPT and MZTI?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #665 out of 1987 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This puts Central Garden & Pet Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.38. Central Garden & Pet Co's value of 11.76% is 247.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Central Garden & Pet Co's own Return-on-Tangible-Asset has ranged from 4.44 to 10.26 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.33 vs. the industry median of 3.38, 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 3.38, based on 1,987 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Garden & Pet Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 11.76% is 247.9% 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 3.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Garden & Pet Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.76%, which is 86% above median its own 10-year median of 6.33. 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 $37.54, compared to a current price of $42.89 — trading 14.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.76%, which is 86% above median its 10-year median of 6.33 and 247.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 3.38. Central Garden & Pet Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 11.76% 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 $42.89 is trading 14.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $37.54.
GuruFocus considers Central Garden & Pet Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CENT:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 11.76% (86% above median its 10-year median of 6.33)
GF Value™: $37.54 vs. price of $42.89 (14.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 247.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#665 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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