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Cannabis’ legalization and what it means for regulatory regimes worldwide
Cannabis has been considered an illegal substance globally since the creation of the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs (The Convention) in 1961.
Cannabis
Global | Publication | October 2020
Our global Food and Agribusiness team has a deep understanding of the existing and emerging issues surrounding the global cannabis industry. Cannabis is a sector in a state of rapid transition globally, as numerous countries and states have legalized its use for either recreational or medicinal purposes in recent years. This creates a myriad of opportunities and challenges for companies considering investment in the sector, particularly in relation to investments across multiple jurisdictions. Find out what’s new in this developing industry sector.
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Cashing out: What private producers and retailers should know and do when they receive an offer or find a buyer
The maturation of the cannabis sector is presenting an array of opportunities to private producers and retailers.
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Canadian cannabis companies come under fire
In the 12 months leading to legalization in October 2018, Canadian public companies already in the medical cannabis space experienced “jaw-dropping growth” in their market capitalizations, notwithstanding that many reported negative earnings.
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Agri-tech developments in the cannabis sector
The cannabis sector is a growing and exciting sector.
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