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The Aim-traded group offers exposure to the veterinary sector – without the regulatory woes of its largest rivals
April 25, 2024

Most pet owners will tell you that their four-legged companions are part of the family – and they’ll have the receipts to prove it. Regular check-ups at the vet and the occasional bath and blow dry from the groomer are par for the course.

Tip style
Growth
Risk rating
High
Timescale
Long Term
Bull points
  • Strong balance sheet 
  • Scope for M&A
  • Established EU distribution network
  • Promising new products
Bear points
  • Limited market share
  • Near-term revenue uncertainty

However, there’s one aspect of petcare that owners have seemed more reluctant to embrace: dental hygiene. Yes, it’s widely recommended that you break out a toothbrush and get up close and personal with your canine’s canines on a daily basis. 

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