- CEO
- Sérgio Zimerman
- Full Time Employees
- 7,200
- Sector
- Process industries
- Industry
- Agricultural commodities/Milling
- Address
- Rua Prof São Paulo SP Brazil 04543-011
- IPO Date
- Sep 11, 2020
- Business
- Uniao Pet Participacoes S.A. engages in the retail sale of pet and animal food in Brazil, operating primarily through physical stores and online channels under the Spet and Pet Anjo brands. The company, headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, is listed on BOVESPA under the ticker AUAU3.SA and previously traded under the Cobasi Comércio de Produtos Básicos e Industrializados S.A. name until its rebranding in January 2026; it focuses on pet nutrition, accessories, and related products across its store network. Founding year is 1983, and headquarters are in São Paulo, Brazil, with operations centered in Brazil and a distributed network serving urban and suburban markets.
Main products and services: pet food and nutrition (dry kibble, wet canned food, fresh and premium pet diets; breed- and size-specific formulations; specialty diets for dogs, cats, and other companion animals); pet care and grooming supplies (shampoos, conditioners, dental care, flea and tick treatments, supplements); pet accessories and consumables (toys, bedding, crates, carriers); e-commerce platforms and omnichannel services (online orders, home delivery, store pickup, customer loyalty programs); veterinary and advisory services related to pet care (online guidance, product recommendations). The company also provides private-label offerings under its Spet and Pet Anjo brands, leveraging its store network for cross-category sales, promotions, and seasonal campaigns.
Latest major changes: in 2025–2026, undergoes corporate rebranding and name change from Cobasi Comércio de Produtos Básicos e Industrializados S.A. to Uniao Pet Participacoes S.A., with the market listing continuing on the Brazilian exchange under AUAU3.SA; pursuing strategic alignment and branding consolidation to strengthen omnichannel presence and portfolio integration; expands store footprint and e-commerce capabilities through partnerships with logistics providers to enhance delivery speed and service levels; enhances private-label development for pet foods and accessories to improve margin resilience; advances digital transformation initiatives across retail operations, including data-driven merchandising and customer analytics; engages in potential strategic partnerships to broaden pet care services and loyalty offerings. These developments reflect a broader emphasis on integrated omnichannel retailing, private-label growth, and geographic expansion within Brazil.
Industry and segments: consumer discretionary, specialized retail focused on pet care and pet nutrition; segments include pet food manufacturing distribution (private-label and branded); pet care products; online and offline retail channels; loyalty-enabled omnichannel services. Target markets: pet owners and households purchasing pet nutrition, care, and accessories across Brazil; B2C consumer segment with emphasis on urban centers and growing e-commerce penetration. Geographic operations: Brazil with a nationwide store network and e-commerce reach; headquarters in São Paulo, with regional logistics to support nationwide delivery.
Subsidiaries and relationships: operates as a parent-level listed entity with brand tranches under Spet and Pet Anjo in its portfolio; maintains relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and distribution partners to curate a comprehensive pet care ecosystem; no explicit multinational parent disclosed in primary sources, indicating a predominantly Brazilian-focused corporate structure with regional brand coherence.