Australia & New Zealand
Australia’s competition regulator not to oppose Woolworths' acquisition of Petstock
The watchdog concludes that the takeover of the pet retailer chain in 2022 is “unlikely” to substantially lessen com
2024: an optimistic year for these 2 insect pet food players?
Insect supplier Entobel (Singapore) and insect pet food manufacturer Percuro (UK) share their plans with GlobalPETS.
Sale of Australian pet care company Greencross fails (again)
Medical and pharma product distributor EBOS Group did not manage to raise AU$2 billion ($1.3B/€1.2B) from investors.
The future of happier pets through innovation
At the core of Valour Pets, constant adoption and adaptation are igniting the embers to create high-quality products
Australian food giant TasFoods moves into the pet food industry
The Sydney-based group will market a new range of premium pet treats nationwide.
H&H Group’s pet portfolio jumps 30% in the year to date
The owner of pet supplement brands Zesty Paws and Solid Gold highlights the “significant success” of the business
EQT seals acquisition of Australian vet care provider for $1.4 billion
The Swedish equity firm also acquired British pharma firm Dechra earlier in the year.
Is Australian conglomerate Wesfarmers closer to acquiring Greencross?
The Perth-based firm hit AU$43.5 billion ($2.24B/€2.12B) in revenue in FY23 and already has a presence in the pet s
Investments that are driving the pet industry
A deep dive into the most significant capital injections and M&A in the pet industry worldwide in the first half
Asia's insect-based pet food is causing a buzz
Southeast Asia's tropical climate is perfect for investment in insect farming, and the most used insects for pet food
CVS Group expands to Australia with 4 new acquisitions
The Norfolk-based veterinary services provider owns over 500 practices across the UK.
Esro to expand pet food ingredient business in Europe
The Dutch firm announced a joint venture with New Zealand-based agribusiness group Scales.
The uncertain future of Real Pet Food Company
Despite a recent €1.5 billion investment, rumors suggest a short-lived foray for the Australian pet food manufactur
Hill’s sales exceeded $1 billion in last quarter
The pet segment contributed 22% of sales to Colgate-Palmolive’s business.
Victorian government launches Australia’s first pet census
The new indicative aims to support and shape the future of animal welfare in the country’s second-smallest state.
Analysis: High inflation continues impacting pet supplies
Europe takes the lead in the biggest price increases in the first months of 2023.
Pet Circle raises $50 million to expand its market share
The Australian online pet retailer confirms to GlobalPETS that it is in the final stages of closing the funding.
Lyka secures $17 million in funding round
The Australian fresh dog food manufacturer aims to triple its production capacity.
Pet insurance: a new opportunity for retailers?
Australian online player Pet Circle recently announced its venture into the insurance side.
Aussie’s leading bank to grant paid pet bereavement leave to staff
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia will offer 2 days of paid leave if a pet dies.
