Retail, Online & DTC

The category ranks third among grocery categories for online penetration, behind health, beauty and baby care.

The European pet retailer expanded its store network in France, Italy and Poland, and opened a new e-commerce fulfillment center.

From quick deliveries to nationwide logistics partnerships, companies are strengthening fulfillment capabilities to meet evolving consumer expectations.

The acquisition of Animal Store brings 12 additional locations in Calabria, while the company has agreed to develop a branded shop-in-shop format within a DIY retail partner.

Slower sales growth and weaker consumer demand are driving a re-rating of retail and manufacturing stocks.

The American subscription player is cutting marketing investment and leaning more heavily on its commerce business amid tariff pressures.

Active customers topped 21.5 million, and autoship sales grew at a double-digit rate, yet Chewy is taking a more cautious stance for the year ahead.

The US manufacturer signaled a cautious outlook but expects low-single-digit growth in its US retail pet foods business next fiscal year.

The pet category ranked fourth for mobile app penetration among leading e-commerce companies operating in the country.

New 2026 industry data highlights strong offline purchasing habits, rising insurance uptake and dogs as the dominant pet.