CENT (Central Garden & Pet Co) Tax Expense: $55 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


CENT Central Garden & Pet Co CENT
76 GF Score
Price $44.83
GF Value $37.66
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Central Garden & Pet Co Tax Expense?

Central Garden & Pet Co CENT +0.92% 76 Tax Expense is $55 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates CENT with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $37.66 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Central Garden & Pet Co's tax expense for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $25 Mil. Its tax expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $55 Mil.


Central Garden & Pet Co  (NAS:CENT) Tax Expense Explanation

In the long run, income before tax and taxable income will likely be more similar than they are in any given period. If the one is less in earlier years, then it will be greater in later years. Deferred taxes will reverse themselves in the long run and in total will zero out, unless there is something like a change in tax rates in the intervening period. A deferred tax payable results from a tax break in the early years and will reverse itself in later years; a deferred tax receivable results from more taxes being paid in early years than the tax expense reported to shareholders and will again reverse itself in later years. The deferred tax amount is computed by estimating the amount and the timing of the reversal and multiplying that by the appropriate tax rates.


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Central Garden & Pet Co Tax Expense Historical Data

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Central Garden & Pet Co Tax Expense Chart

Central Garden & Pet Co Annual Data
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Central Garden & Pet Co Quarterly Data
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Central Garden & Pet Co Tax Expense Calculation

Tax paid by the company. It is computed in by multiplying the income before tax number, as reported to shareholders, by the appropriate tax rate. In reality, the computation is typically considerably more complex due to things such as expenses considered not deductible by taxing authorities ("add backs"), the range of tax rates applicable to various levels of income, different tax rates in different jurisdictions, multiple layers of tax on income, and other issues.

Tax Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $55 Mil.

* 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 Tax Expense →
What does a Tax Expense of $55 Mil mean?
Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT) has a Tax Expense of $55 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Tax expense is the amount of tax the company pays in an accounting period. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co's Tax Expense too high?
Central Garden & Pet Co's current Tax Expense is $55 Mil. 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 Tax Expense compare to FRPT and FLO?
Central Garden & Pet Co's Tax Expense of $55 Mil can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Tax Expense for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Tax Expense depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods industry context. However, Tax Expense should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Tax Expense mean?
A high Tax Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Tax expense is the amount of tax the company pays in an accounting period. View historical data on Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. Central Garden & Pet Co's current Tax Expense is $55 Mil. 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 Tax Expense is $55 Mil. 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 Tax Expense calculated?
Tax Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT), the current Tax Expense is $55 Mil 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:

  • Tax Expense: $55 Mil
  • GF Value™: $37.66 vs. price of $44.83 (19% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 6 warning signs

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Central Garden & Pet Co Business Description

Other Exchanges CENTA:USAGP7A:Germany
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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