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Petco Reports Profit Growth and Continued Debt Reduction

Petco posted stronger-than-expected profitability for the second quarter of 2026, marking its second consecutive period of positive comparable sales growth. The San Diego-based retailer also accelerated its deleveraging efforts, announcing a $75 million debt prepayment as it works toward a target leverage ratio of 2x.

Petco Reports Profit Growth and Continued Debt Reduction

CEO Joel Anderson credited the results to the company's "Reach for the Sky" strategy, which helped drive growth in consumables despite a slight sales disruption caused by a membership program relaunch. Net sales reached $1.5 billion, a marginal increase of 0.05% year-over-year, while comparable sales rose 0.6%. The company’s net income climbed significantly to $38.7 million, up from $14.0 million in the same period last year.

Financial discipline remained a priority for the retailer, with total debt falling to $1.48 billion from $1.59 billion a year ago. CFO Sabrina Simmons confirmed the company is reaffirming its full-year outlook, balancing strategic investments with the need to absorb ongoing supply chain pressures. Petco ended the quarter with 1,377 stores and a cash balance of $293.5 million, providing liquidity as it navigates the back half of the fiscal year.

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