South America
Interview with Pipa Nogaró, CEO of Puppis: "There are still huge opportunities for pet players in Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America"
The Buenos Aires-based retailer is increasing its footprint in the region as local parents are becoming more conscious of their pets' well-being.
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.
A Ukrainian pet food pioneer going global
Discover Kormotech’s remarkable journey, from local start-up to ranking in the world’s top 100 pet food manufacturers.
Latest appointments: Nestlé, Tom&Co, Pet Valu, Alphia and more
GlobalPETS tracks the latest C-level appointments driving growth within top pet industry companies.
Petz Q2 earnings: digital drives profit again
The Brazilian pet retailer reports a 29.2% increase in online sales, while offline sales decline.
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.
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.
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.
i-Tail to become one of the most influential corporations in Thailand’s stock exchange
The pet food manufacturer expects to strengthen its global market position after being included in the SET50 Index.
Brazilian pet industry hits $13.8 billion in 2023
Pet food accounts for over half of the industry’s business, while the pet care and vet sectors increased turnover.
Digital boosts revenue of Petz in Q1 2024
The Brazilian pet retailer posted an online gross revenue increase of 16.6% vs. a drop of 6.1% in its physical stores.
Will Brazilian pet retailer Petz merge with competitor Cobasi?
If both players decide to merge, the combined entity will have a network of 483 stores nationwide.
Interzoo 2024: what to expect
Just days before the European pet trade fair kicks off in Germany, GlobalPETS examines how it will unveil the latest trends in pet care.
Petz increases market share despite “fiercer” competition in 2023
The Brazilian pet retailer increased its gross revenue by 12.5% last year.
Brazilian insect supplier Cyns receives funding from investment firm
Sumitomo Corporation confirms to GlobalPETS that they want to expand the company’s market leadership.
More than 20% of Nestlé’s sales last year were pet products
The conglomerate’s pet category is the largest contributor to organic growth, while global sales decreased by 1.5%.
Elanco to sell its aqua business to Merck Animal Health
The $1.3 billion sale will allow the pharma company to focus on its pet health portfolio.
The pet supplement market: trends and expectations
Mirroring similar developments in human health, supplements for pets are moving towards achieving wellness and longevity rather than combating specific ailments.
Brazilian bill increasing taxes on non-essential products excludes pet food
A proposal in the state of Minas Gerais intended to increase the tax on different products, including pet supplies, by 2%. But the pet industry put a stop to it.
Final decision: BRF keeps its pet food business
The Brazilian food giant considered selling its pet portfolio earlier in the year. Why has it suddenly changed its mind?
