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SMG Stock Chart & Stats
$60.43
$0.57(0.82%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$60.43
$0.57(0.82%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$47.90 - $75.34
Previous Close$69.86
Volume913.63K
Average Volume (3M)920.72K
Market Cap
$2.88B
Enterprise Value$6.60K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$27.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.11B
Price to Earnings (P/E)40.1
Beta0.58
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
-2.21Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.27%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.25
Shares Outstanding58,220,276
10 Day Avg. Volume1,188,075
30 Day Avg. Volume920,720
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.04
Price to Book (P/B)-9.18
Price to Sales (P/S)0.96
P/FCF Ratio11.98
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$71.03Price Target Upside17.54% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)4.82
Revenue Forecast (FY)$3.37B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Branded Innovation And E-commerce GrowthGrowth in branded products and digital channels strengthens Scotts’ customer reach and supports better mix over time. Innovation-generated sales can refresh demand, while e-commerce expansion improves access to consumers and reduces reliance on traditional retail purchasing patterns.
Improving Margins And Cash GenerationImproved gross margins, positive operating cash flow, and substantial free cash flow indicate that the core business is producing useful internal funding. This supports investment in brands and capabilities while also providing resources for debt reduction and resilience through operating volatility.
Deleveraging And Reduced Interest BurdenDebt repayment and lower leverage reduce refinancing exposure and interest costs, improving financial flexibility over the next several quarters. Eliminating the 2026 notes also demonstrates that cash generation and financing access are being directed toward strengthening the capital structure.
Bears Say
Negative Equity And Elevated DebtA persistent equity deficit leaves Scotts with less balance-sheet flexibility than companies with positive capital bases. High debt increases refinancing and covenant sensitivity, while the negative equity position can constrain strategic choices and make sustained deleveraging important to long-term stability.
Revenue Pressure And Retailer Inventory RiskThe company’s recent top-line history remains pressured despite modest current-year growth, and elevated retailer inventories may delay replenishment. Together, these factors can limit volume momentum, weaken operating leverage, and make earnings more dependent on pricing and execution.
Commodity And Freight Cost ExposureInput-cost volatility remains a recurring threat to margin sustainability because Scotts must absorb or pass through changes in commodities, freight, and diesel. The recent impact shows that even with pricing and savings actions, cost inflation can reduce EBITDA and earnings conversion.
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company News
SMG FAQ
What was Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company lowest stock price was $47.90 and its highest was $75.34 in the past 12 months.
What is Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s market cap?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s market cap is $2.88B.
When is Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 34 days.
How were Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s earnings last quarter?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported $2.82 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.484 by $0.336.
Is Scotts Miracle-Gro Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Scotts Miracle-Gro Company pay dividends?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.66 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.27%. See more information on Scotts Miracle-Gro Company dividends here
What is Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s EPS estimate?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s EPS estimate is -2.21.
How many shares outstanding does Scotts Miracle-Gro Company have?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company has 58,220,276 shares outstanding.
What happened to Scotts Miracle-Gro Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company reported an EPS of $2.82 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.484. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.789%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Scotts Miracle-Gro Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SMG
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$71.03 (17.54% Upside)
$71.03 (17.54% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SMG Sentiment 75%
Sector Average 68%
Sector Average 68%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 1.3M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $2.2M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 5.8%
Last 30 Days ▼ 5.8%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-8.03%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
5.27%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.48%
Trailing 12-Months
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Company Description
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
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.
SMG Company Deck
SMG Earnings Call
Q3 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presents a constructive picture of strategic progress: branded portfolio expansion, strong e-commerce momentum (+27% e‑com POS YTD), YTD margin improvement (+130 bps GAAP YTD), improved YTD EBITDA (+5%) and an upward revision to non‑GAAP EPS guidance. At the same time, the quarter experienced near-term pressure from commodity and freight cost volatility (a $15M incremental hit), one-time $64M charges that reduced GAAP quarterly earnings, and slightly elevated retailer inventories that could pressure Q4 sales. Management emphasized disciplined margin focus, active hedging, continued investment in innovation and digital, and a path to further deleveraging. Overall, positives around margin improvement, e-commerce and innovation materially outweigh the temporary headwinds, though risks remain for Q4 timing and commodity exposure.View all SMG earnings summariesSMG Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$71.03
▲(17.54% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
29.99% Insiders
18.91% Mutual Funds
24.94% Other Institutional Investors
6.91% Public Companies and
Individual Investors