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AgroBiothers makes second acquisition in European pet care space

AgroBiothers makes second acquisition in European pet care space

The addition of Denmark’s leading pet care business, KW, marks a strategic move to strengthen the French pet care company’s position in Northern Europe.

Pet Care
7 Oct 2024
Did General Mills acquire Edgard & Cooper at a high price?

Did General Mills acquire Edgard & Cooper at a high price?

The American multinational scooped the Belgian business for $436 million (€389.5M), according to Belgian media.

Production & Packaging
30 Sep 2024
Better Choice acquires Canadian specialty pharmacy, eyes veterinary market expansion

Better Choice acquires Canadian specialty pharmacy, eyes veterinary market expansion

The Florida-based firm will own the majority share of the combined company, which is expected to generate over $270 million (€244.2M) in financial year 2025.

Pet Care
10 Sep 2024
Is it Latin America's time to shine?

Is it Latin America's time to shine?

Changing consumer behavior, increased local pet food production, retail mergers, new e-commerce offerings – there’s a lot going on south of the US.

Trends & Insights
6 Sep 2024
VAFO acquires majority share of Austrian manufacturer PetCo

VAFO acquires majority share of Austrian manufacturer PetCo

The Czech group closes its second acquisition of the year to increase its foothold in the European premium pet food market.

Global Pet Industry
4 Sep 2024
Inspired Pet Nutrition acquires Butcher’s Pet Care

Inspired Pet Nutrition acquires Butcher’s Pet Care

Both companies are expected to hit gross sales of over €400 million.

Global Pet Industry
27 Aug 2024
The Nutriment Company solidifies UK market presence with new acquisition

The Nutriment Company solidifies UK market presence with new acquisition

The Swedish pet food manufacturer has acquired Pet Treats Wholesale to further strengthen its natural treats business.

Global Pet Industry
22 Aug 2024
Confirmed: Petz and Cobasi enter into a merger agreement

Confirmed: Petz and Cobasi enter into a merger agreement

Joining forces will result in a Brazilian pet retail chain with nearly 500 stores. GlobalPETS has the details.

Retail, Online & DTC
19 Aug 2024
Petz-Cobasi merger (II): the impact on the Brazilian pet retail landscape

Petz-Cobasi merger (II): the impact on the Brazilian pet retail landscape

Competitors and antitrust authorities are currently assessing the combined businesses’ market share before giving green light.

Retail, Online & DTC
15 Aug 2024
Italian players join to create a new pet group

Italian players join to create a new pet group

Accessories firm Croci and product distributor Camon aim to reach international markets.

News
14 Aug 2024
Petz-Cobasi merger (I): A glimpse into the future of Latin America’s new pet retail giant

Petz-Cobasi merger (I): A glimpse into the future of Latin America’s new pet retail giant

The combination of both Brazilian businesses is close to becoming a reality. GlobalPETS learns more about how the new company will fit into the local retail ecosystem.

Retail, Online & DTC
14 Aug 2024
$1.5 billion: PetIQ agrees to acquisition by PE firm

$1.5 billion: PetIQ agrees to acquisition by PE firm

The Idaho-headquartered pet health firm aims to accelerate its long-term growth strategy.

Pet Care
13 Aug 2024
Post Holdings’ pet food acquisitions positively contributing to financials

Post Holdings’ pet food acquisitions positively contributing to financials

The firm, which recently added J.M. Smucker’s pet brands and Perfection Pet Foods, plans to invest up to $100 million in its portfolio this year.

Pet Food
8 Aug 2024
European Commission approves Bunge-Viterra merger with conditions

European Commission approves Bunge-Viterra merger with conditions

The transaction will result in the creation of an agri-trading conglomerate worth $34 billion.

Global Pet Industry
7 Aug 2024
Investment firm looking to sell $1B stake in cat litter business Whisker

Investment firm looking to sell $1B stake in cat litter business Whisker

The boom of the global pet care segment could be behind this strategic decision.

Pet Care
7 Aug 2024
Latest investments in the veterinary pharma industry

Latest investments in the veterinary pharma industry

Companies are acquiring key assets, boosting production capacity and expanding their global reach to capitalize on the pet care market.

Pet Care
5 Aug 2024
Third acquisition of the year for The Nutriment Company

Third acquisition of the year for The Nutriment Company

The pet food manufacturer is strengthening its German footprint with the addition of raw pet player PETMAN to its portfolio.

Global Pet Industry
2 Aug 2024
On the radar: Is Inspired Pet Nutrition looking to buy Butcher’s Pet Care?

On the radar: Is Inspired Pet Nutrition looking to buy Butcher’s Pet Care?

If the transaction moves forward, the British pet food manufacturer could become one of the UK’s top 3 producers in this category.

Global Pet Industry
25 Jul 2024
What’s Pets Choice’s strategy to position itself in the premium pet food sector?

What’s Pets Choice’s strategy to position itself in the premium pet food sector?

The Lancashire-based manufacturer acquired vegan pet food brand HOWND, its second investment this year.

Pet Food
19 Jul 2024
The Nutriment Company closes second acquisition this year

The Nutriment Company closes second acquisition this year

The Swedish pet food manufacturer adds British raw pet food manufacturer Natural Instinct to its portfolio.

Global Pet Industry
17 Jul 2024
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