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SMG
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
$59.62
2.09
(3.63%)
| Exchange: | NYSE |
| Market Cap: | 3.469B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 36.316M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Basic Materials | |||||
| Industry: | Agricultural Inputs | |||||
| CEO: | James S. Hagedorn | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 5300 | |||||
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| Website: | https://scottsmiraclegro.com |
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (SMG) stands as a leading producer and global distributor of products dedicated to lawn and garden upkeep, as well as specialized indoor and hydroponic cultivation. The company’s operations are strategically divided into three core business units: U.S. Consumer, Hawthorne, and an ‘Other’ category. SMG’s comprehensive product range for lawns includes essential items such as fertilizers, grass seeds, and application spreaders, alongside durable garden implements and outdoor cleaning agents. They also offer robust solutions for managing lawn weeds, pests, and diseases. For broader gardening and landscaping endeavors, their offerings encompass water-soluble and slow-release plant nutrients, a variety of potting mixes and garden soils, mulches, and decorative ground covers. Furthermore, the company provides organic garden products, targeted pest and disease controls for plants, live goods, and diverse seeding solutions. Beyond outdoor applications, Scotts Miracle-Gro supplies specialized items for indoor and hydroponic growing. This includes innovative systems for soilless plant, flower, and vegetable cultivation, as well as critical lighting systems and components tailored for indoor gardening environments. The company also develops household-focused insect, rodent, and general weed control products, featuring potent non-selective weed killers. These extensive product lines are marketed under a vast portfolio of widely recognized brand names, notably Scotts, Miracle-Gro, Ortho, Turf Builder, Roundup, and AeroGarden, among many others. Scotts Miracle-Gro distributes its merchandise through a broad and diverse network of retail and commercial channels. This encompasses major home improvement retailers, mass-market stores, warehouse clubs, both large and independent hardware outlets, nurseries, and specialized garden centers. Consumers can also find their products on e-commerce platforms and in food and drug stores. For the indoor gardening and hydroponics sector, the company collaborates with specialized distributors, retailers, and directly supplies growers. Founded in 1868, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company maintains its corporate headquarters in Marysville, Ohio.
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 3,551,300 | 3,552,700 | 3,413,100 |
| Gross Profit | 657,300 | 850,500 | 1,044,200 |
| EBITDA | -182,700 | 215,800 | 425,500 |
| Operating Income | -174,400 | 208,800 | 358,600 |
| Net Income | -380,100 | -34,900 | 145,200 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 3,413,700 | 2,871,900 | 2,742,000 |
| Total Liabilities | 3,681,000 | 3,262,500 | 3,099,500 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | -267,300 | -390,600 | -357,500 |
| Total Debt | 2,906,200 | 2,517,900 | 2,106,399.999 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 31,900 | 71,600 | 36,600 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 531,000 | 667,500 | 371,300 |
| Capital Expenditure | -92,800 | -84,000 | 0 |
| Free Cash Flow | 438,200 | 583,500 | 371,300 |
| Net Income | -380,100 | -34,900 | 145,200 |
| Net Change in Cash | -54,900 | 39,700 | -35,000 |
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Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2030 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 3,902,170.518 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 4,016,620.353 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 3,958,000 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 172,626.253 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 177,689.345 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 175,096.067 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 452,921.576 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 470,265.079 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 461,382.007 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 560,577.357 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 577,018.972 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 568,597.699 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 7.860 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 8.010 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 7.720 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 3 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 1 | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access | Full Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Solid Financial Performance: SMG demonstrates consistent revenue and gross profit growth as per the latest Income Statements, with positive trends in net income and EPS over recent periods. Strong operating cash flow and free cash flow figures from the Cash Flow Statements indicate robust operational efficiency.
- Market Position and Sector Stability: Positioned in the Consumer Cyclical sector and lawn/garden industry, SMG benefits from a stable market presence, as evidenced by a competitive market cap and average volume traded (Company Profile data). The sector's performance metrics show resilience compared to broader market volatility.
- Dividend Yield and Shareholder Returns: A notable dividend yield (Key Metrics: dividendYieldTTM) and consistent dividend payments (Cash Flow Statements: netDividendsPaid) make SMG attractive to income-focused investors, enhancing its appeal in wealth-building portfolios.
- Operational Scale: With a significant number of full-time employees and a well-defined operational footprint (Company Profile: fullTimeEmployees, country), SMG maintains a strong infrastructure to support its business model and market reach.
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| Open: | 58.43 | Previous Close: | 57.53 | |
| Day Low: | 58.09 | Day High: | 60.71 | |
| Year Low: | 52 | Year High: | 72.35 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 61.11 | Price Avg 200: | 60.47 | |
| Volume: | 842185 | Average Volume: | 1.008M |
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Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, or SMG as it’s known on the ticker. If you’re a long-term investor looking to dig into a player in the consumer goods space, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we’re breaking down the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for Scotts Miracle-Gro, a name many of you might recognize from your gardening shed or local hardware store. Let’s get into what makes this company tick, what’s been happening lately,…
