Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT)vsProcter & Gamble Company (PG)
CENT
Central Garden & Pet Company
$37.47
-0.61%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.33B
PG
Procter & Gamble Company
$147.09
+0.43%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $342.51B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Procter & Gamble Company generates 2706% more annual revenue ($86.72B vs $3.09B). PG leads profitability with a 19.2% profit margin vs 5.0%. CENT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. PG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CENT
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
PG
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.7%
Fair Value
$131.93
Current Price
$37.47
$94.46 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.3%
Fair Value
$107.17
Current Price
$147.09
$39.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 23.1%
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Revenue declined 6.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CENT
The strongest argument for CENT centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : PG
The strongest argument for PG centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.2% and operating margin at 23.1%.
Bear Case : CENT
The primary concerns for CENT are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : PG
The primary concerns for PG are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CENT profiles as a value stock while PG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CENT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.54 — expect wider price swings.
PG is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
PG generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PG scores higher overall (61/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 19.2% margins. CENT offers better value entry with a 71.7% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Central Garden & Pet Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
Central Garden & Pet Company produces and distributes various products for the lawn and garden, and pet supply markets in the United States. The company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California.
Procter & Gamble Company
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · HOUSEHOLD & PERSONAL PRODUCTS · USA
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is an American multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, founded in 1837 by William Procter and James Gamble. It specializes in a wide range of personal health, consumer health, personal care, and hygiene products; these products are organized into several segments including Beauty; Grooming; Health Care; Fabric & Home Care; and Baby, Feminine, & Family Care. Before the sale of Pringles to Kellogg's, its product portfolio also included food, snacks, and beverages.
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