As previously reported, GMP Securities analyst Martin Landry upgraded Canopy Growth (CGC) to Buy from Hold after the company confirmed a deal giving it the right to acquire Acreage Holdings (ACRGF) upon cannabis production and sale becoming federally legal in the U.S., giving Canopy exposure to the largest cannabis market in the world. He sees significant near-term synergies and believes "the price is right," arguing that the takeout multiple is low given the strategic nature of the acquisition and Acreage's potential for continued strong growth. Landry raised his price target on Canopy shares to C$72 from C$65.

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