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Shares Outstanding (EOP) are shares that have been authorized, issued, and purchased by investors and are held by them.
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. A positive ratio may indicate share buybacks over the period, while a zero or negative ratio may reflect no repurchases or potential share issuance. Central Garden & Pet Co's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 2.50%.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Garden & Pet Co's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
CENT'
s 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -81.1 Med: -1 Max: 14.8
Current: 2.5
During the past 13 years, Central Garden & Pet Co's highest 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio was 14.80%. The lowest was -81.10%. And the median was -1.00%.
CENT's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is ranked better than 94.28% of 961
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: -0.7
vs CENT: 2.50
Central Garden & Pet Co (NAS:CENT) 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Explanation
A negative number means the company might be issuing new shares. A positive number indicates that the company is buying back shares.
Be Aware
Investors usually like share buybacks. But as pointed by Warren Buffett, only if a company buys back shares at the prices below the stock's intrinsic value, it rewards remaining shareholders. If a company buys its overvalued stocks back, it destroys shareholder value.
Central Garden & Pet Co 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Related Terms
CENT vs FRPT, MZTI, FLO: 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Central Garden & Pet Co's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and 3-Year Share Buyback 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 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Central Garden & Pet Co's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Garden & Pet Co's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio falls into.
Central Garden & Pet Co 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio Calculation
This is the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. The annualized percentage change is calculated with expontential compound based on the latest four years of annual data on Shares Outstanding (EOP).
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What does a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.50 mean?
Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT) has a 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio of 2.50 as of Jun. 2026. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #55 out of 961 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 5.7%.
Is Central Garden & Pet Co's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio too high?
Central Garden & Pet Co's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50. Based on the distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #55 out of 961 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 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Garden & Pet Co's 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio compare to FRPT and MZTI?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Central Garden & Pet Co ranks #55 out of 961 companies for 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio. This places Central Garden & Pet Co in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods industry context. However, 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio 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 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio mean?
A high 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio measures the average annual proportion of a company's outstanding shares repurchased over the past three years. It is calculated as the annualized percentage change in shares outstanding from three years ago to the current year. View historical data for Central Garden & Pet Co and its competitors. Central Garden & Pet Co's current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50. 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 $37.37, compared to a current price of $44.32 — trading 18.6% above its estimated fair value. The current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50. Central Garden & Pet Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio calculated?
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Garden & Pet Co (CENT), the current 3-Year Share Buyback Ratio is 2.50 as of Jun. 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 $44.32 is trading 18.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $37.37.
GuruFocus considers Central Garden & Pet Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CENT:
3-Year Share Buyback Ratio: 2.50
GF Value™: $37.37 vs. price of $44.32 (18.6% above fair value)
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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