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Central Garden & Pet Company Q1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q1 2026 earnings summary4 Feb, 2026
Executive summary
Entered the year with strong momentum, improved gross margins, and solid EPS compared to a strong prior-year quarter, despite shipment timing and portfolio optimization impacting results.
Continued focus on simplifying the business, improving efficiency, and integrating distribution and manufacturing facilities.
Strategic priorities emphasize sustainable long-term growth, innovation, and digital engagement, with ongoing innovation initiatives.
Completed the acquisition of Champion USA, expanding the professional portfolio in livestock consumables.
Financial highlights
Net sales were $617 million, a 6% year-over-year decline, mainly due to shipment timing and portfolio optimization.
Non-GAAP gross margin expanded by 100–110 bps to 30.8–30.9%, with non-GAAP gross profit at $190 million.
Non-GAAP operating income was $24 million (vs. $28 million prior year); non-GAAP net income was $13 million (vs. $14 million prior year).
GAAP diluted EPS was $0.11; non-GAAP diluted EPS was $0.21, consistent with or slightly down from prior year.
Adjusted EBITDA was $50 million (vs. $55 million prior year); effective tax rate was 23.3%.
Outlook and guidance
Reaffirmed Fiscal 2026 non-GAAP diluted EPS guidance of $2.70 or better, excluding impacts from future M&A or restructuring.
CapEx expected at $50–$60 million, focused on maintenance, productivity, and growth.
Anticipates incremental gross tariff exposure of ~$20 million for the year, mainly in the pet segment, to be mitigated by pricing and supply chain actions.
Guidance reflects margin discipline, cost efficiency, and portfolio optimization.
Outlook excludes impacts from future acquisitions, divestitures, or restructuring.
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Central Garden & Pet Company produces and distributes branded and private-label products for the lawn and garden and pet supply markets. It serves retailers, distributors, and mass merchants across North America. The company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and its shares are listed on the NASDAQ.
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