Key Developments For Central Garden & Pet Company
Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT.O) (Nasdaq)
Central Garden & Pet Company Appoints Chief Financial Officer
Central Garden & Pet Company announced the appointment of Jeffrey A. Blade as Chief Financial Officer reporting to William E. Brown, Central`s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
Central Garden & Pet Company Announces CFO Transition
Central Garden & Pet Company announced that Stuart W. Booth, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Secretary, will be transitioning into a new role within the Company upon the successful completion of a search for a successor and that individual's transition into the CFO position. In his new capacity, Mr. Booth will be a consultant to the Company for key corporate projects.
Central Garden & Pet Company Lowers FY 2008 Earnings Outlook-Reuters
Reuters reported that Central Garden & Pet Company warned that its fiscal 2008 results may miss its prior forecast, citing higher raw material costs. The Company said that it was less optimistic about being able to exceed last year's profit of $0.45 a share in fiscal 2008 as it was unable to pass off price increases required to offset soaring grain costs.
Central Garden & Pet Company Files For $500 Million Mixed Shelf-Reuters
Reuters reported that Central Garden & Pet Company filed with regulators to periodically sell up to $500 million in debt securities, preferred and common stock, and other securities. The Company said in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it would use proceeds from the offering for general corporate purposes.
Harbinger Group Ups Stake In Central Garden & Pet Company To 14.8%-DJ
Dow Jones reported that Harbinger Capital Partners Master Fund I Ltd. and affiliate Harbert Management Corp. increased their passive stake in Central Garden & Pet Company to 14.8% from 9.9%.
