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Europe and Asia lead gains while North America cools on changing pet ownership patterns. GlobalPETS has the details.

Europe recorded faster inflation in pet products in April, while the US and Canada showed signs of stabilization. Meanwhile, EU inflation is forecast to rise to 3.1% in 2026.

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Major players, including Unicharm, Mühldorfer and Assisi Petcare, are accelerating dealmaking to enter new markets.

Performance was supported by higher digital penetration, services and increased contribution from private-label products.

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