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The world's largest marijuana company craters 22% as recreational pot demand sinks amid coronavirus pandemic

The company was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, having closed its retail stores in mid-March for a number of weeks, in addition to a decline in demand for its recreational products from consumers.$107.9 million Canadian dollars, representing a 13% decline from its previous quarter.Overall, the company lost CA$1.3 billion in the quarter, with roughly half of that loss attributed to a"mostly non-cash" restructuring charge.

Product sales to other dispensaries plunged 31% in the quarter as a decline in flower and pre-roll joints sales overpowered the growth in softgels, oil, and cannabis-infused products. Canopy CEO David Klein commented,"... we have taken steps to align our capacity with the current market demand ..."

 

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