Can new leadership turn Petco around? Check out what drove investor optimism in September. Shares of Petco Health and Wellness (WOOF 1.72%) rose 42.6% in September 2024, according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. The pet products retailer reported solid fiscal second-quarter earnings on Sept. 10 and management's guidance for the next reporting period was in line with current analyst expectations. That may sound bland to you, but Petco investors were pleasantly surprised. The stock surged 48% hig ...