Puration On CBD Space Spending Spree, But It's Not Alone Sensing Fertile Ground For Expansion
Executive Summary
Puration plans to acquire CBD-based sun care and sexual wellness lines on a buying spree in what appears to be a fertile market for deals. Aurora Cannabis and Applied Botanics also are making moves to work with smaller businesses in the CBD sector.
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