Nordics

Exceptional growth in Norway helped the retailer, but investments and expansion are weighing on profitability.

Strong performances in Europe and manufacturing offset softer demand in North America. Amazon sales and veterinary partnerships are expected to drive margins in the next quarter.

Outward Hound, Musti Group and Pet Media Group are among the companies investing in their next phase of growth.

Jollyes, Fressnapf, Tractor Supply and other chains have announced new openings in recent months.

New partnerships signal growing industry interest as manufacturers test the functionality and palatability of novel protein sources.

The Swedish pet food group is expanding its UK footprint with the acquisition of Yorkshire Raw Feeds.

The Swedish pet food group is strengthening its business with in-house production, regional sourcing and a direct-to-consumer customer base.

The initiative, based on the UK’s standardized guidelines, aims to establish an EU-wide framework for companies operating in the segment.

DANA Technology helps wet pet food producers extract more value from lower-grade raw materials with two specialist processing technologies.

Investor appetite for pet care remains strong, with startups across tech, insurance and retail securing fresh backing.