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Petlove appeals approval of Petz-Cobasi merger
The Brazilian online retailer urges antitrust officials to reject the deal, warning of irreparable harm to competition.
Petz-Cobasi merger approved in full, set to transform pet retail in Brazil
Antitrust watchdog sees no risk to competition in the pet retail market, despite acknowledging high concentration in some areas.
Exclusive: EU targets pet food in potential retaliatory tariffs against US
The European Commission readies measures in case the 90-day tariff pause ends without progress. GlobalPETS has the details.
Italian pet market (II): Cat population grows by 1.7 million in one year
Although the total number of pets remains steady at 65 million, ownership trends have shifted between 2021 and 2024.
Retail shake-up: Fressnapf fetches new CEO from Tesco leadership
Matt Simister has been working for the British retailer for more than 15 years.
German pet market (II): Pet population registers slight decline in 2024
The number of cats is rising while the dog population remains flat. GlobalPETS has all the details.
Interview with Nicolò Galante, CEO, Arcaplanet
Italy’s largest pet care omnichannel specialist, recently acquired by Fressnapf, is still growing but is making sure that data science and insights are behind every expansion decision.
“Our goal is to match Amazon’s delivery times”, Frédéric Le Guen, CEO, Animalis
With the backing of new shareholders Emefin Group, this French business now has the means to reinvigorate its brand and take on fresh challenges.
In memoriam: Julia Klischies
More than a decade of impact in pet nutrition and product development.
Analysis: New tax reform in Brazil lowering VAT for essential goods leaves out pet food
The local industry has called for officials to impose a balanced tax burden for a growing category. GlobalPETS has the details.









