SCHEDULE: Victory Capital Discloses 4.04% Stake in Central Garden

Victory Capital Management, Inc. has disclosed a 4.04% beneficial ownership stake in Central Garden & Pet Co. common stock.

Summary

• Victory Capital Management, Inc. reported beneficial ownership of 2,100,218 shares of Central Garden & Pet Co. common stock.
• This ownership represents 4.04% of the class of securities.
• Victory Capital Management, Inc. holds sole voting power over 2,058,968 shares and sole dispositive power over 2,100,218 shares.
• The filing is an Amendment No. 1 to a Schedule 13G, indicating an update to a previously reported stake.
• Victory Capital Management, Inc. is classified as an Investment Adviser (IA) for this filing.
• The securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business, not for the purpose of changing or influencing control of the issuer.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: This filing is a routine beneficial ownership disclosure and does not contain information that would indicate positive or negative sentiment regarding the company's performance or outlook.

Future Outlook

Not applicable to this type of filing, as Schedule 13G reports beneficial ownership and does not provide forward-looking statements or guidance from the issuer.

Industry Context

This filing is a routine disclosure of institutional ownership by an investment adviser and does not provide specific insights into broader industry trends or competitive landscape for Central Garden & Pet Co.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: Provides transparency regarding significant institutional ownership, which can influence market perception and trading activity.

Key Dates

Keywords

Central Garden & Pet Co, Victory Capital Management, Beneficial Ownership, SEC Filing, Schedule 13G, Common Stock, Investment Adviser, Institutional Ownership