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Economy

Economic conditions have a direct impact on consumer spending, supply chain costs, and trading performance across the UK pet industry. Pet Gazette tracks how inflation, interest rates, labour shortages, and broader macroeconomic pressures affect pet retailers, wholesalers, and brand distributors. Coverage includes commentary on pet sector resilience during downturns, price sensitivity among shoppers, and shifts in demand for premium vs value ranges. We also report on government economic policy, retail footfall data, and financial forecasts relevant to pet businesses navigating changing market conditions.

Economy

Economic conditions have a direct impact on consumer spending, supply chain costs, and trading performance across the UK pet industry. Pet Gazette tracks how inflation, interest rates, labour shortages, and broader macroeconomic pressures affect pet retailers, wholesalers, and brand distributors. Coverage includes commentary on pet sector resilience during downturns, price sensitivity among shoppers, and shifts in demand for premium vs value ranges. We also report on government economic policy, retail footfall data, and financial forecasts relevant to pet businesses navigating changing market conditions.

UK suffers record 9.9% GDP slump

GDP declined by 9.9% in 2020, a figure which is more than double of what was recorded in…

Can premiumisation save the petcare sector from the dog house?

We’ve always been a nation of pet lovers in the UK, but never has that been made more…

Chancellor considers adding furlough extension to March budget

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is reportedly considering another extension to the government’s Job…

UK GDP shrinks by 2.6%

GDP declined by 2.6% in November 2020 as government restrictions reduced economic activity,…

Furlough scheme extended until April 2021

The furlough scheme has been extended until the end of April 2021 with the government…

Arjowiggins launches sustainable packaging for pet industry

Paper manufacturer Arjowiggins has announced the launch of a sustainable alternative to…

The rise of D2C in pet care – How are brands adjusting to a new marketplace?

As lockdown restrictions have influenced major consumer behaviour changes, especially when…

Chancellor extends furlough scheme to March

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced that the furlough scheme will be extended until the end…

Burns launches loyalty scheme to support high streets

Burns Pet Nutrition has issued a plea to members of the public to support local high streets…

Pets at Home submits proposal for new national distribution centre

Stoford Developments has submitted a planning application for a new 770,000 sq ft national…