Pet Food
J.M. Smucker’s pet food business grows despite profit pressure
Higher cat food sales and a return to volume growth in the dog segment helped offset declines in dog snacks in the last quarter.
Buddy Bites secures $4.2M funding as it targets Taiwan expansion
The pet food company is preparing to enter the new market in 2027 while scaling its retail and veterinary channels.
Inflation snapshot: Pet product price trends vary across major economies in July
Price trends varied by market, influencing consumer responses to promotions, brands and purchase volumes.
Market performance (II): Spain posts strong growth in pet food among European markets
Pet food sales grew strongly in the Iberian country in 2025, while France’s pet market approached stagnation and the UK maintained a more moderate upward trajectory.
Pet M&A deals slow, but stronger valuations could revive activity
New reports show that while deal count in the US is down from the previous year, average transaction value is on the rise in some areas.
Pet companies rank among America’s fastest-growing private businesses
The 2026 Inc. 5000 ranking features US firms spanning pet wellness, veterinary services, insurance, retail and pet care.
Round-up: Pet companies target new markets through launches and partnerships
Unicharm, BetterBone, WIMBA, COLLAR and Kormotech are expanding their international presence through market launches, distribution deals and retail partnerships.
Analysis: Share buybacks rise as pet companies seek new ways to reward investors
A GlobalPETS assessment of 14 publicly traded companies reveals how changing valuations and cash strategies are reshaping shareholder returns.
HR alert (I): Pet food manufacturers make key executive appointments across the US
From Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Mars to Simmons Foods and J.M. Smucker, several players have announced new executive appointments in the past few weeks.
US: The Farmer’s Dog and PetIQ drive latest pet M&A activity
Both US companies are expanding their portfolios through acquisitions focused on dog enrichment, wellness products and advanced pet nutrition.