This Cannabis Merger Will Cover 25% Of U.S. Population: Cansortium & RIV Capital Powered By ScottsMiracle-Gro
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Cansortium Inc. (OTC:CNTMF) and RIV Capital Inc. (OTC:CNPOF) announced a merger to operate in Florida, New York, Texas, and Pennsylvania, covering 25% of the U.S. population. Supported by ScottsMiracle-Gro (NYSE:SMG), the merger will eliminate $175 million in debt and is expected to generate $5-10 million in annual cost synergies. The combined company will have a pro forma cash balance of $74 million as of March 31, 2024, and will operate under the Cansortium name.

May 30, 2024 | 6:21 pm
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RIV Capital Inc. (OTC:CNPOF) is merging with Cansortium Inc. to expand its operations beyond New York. The merger is expected to generate $5-10 million in annual cost synergies and will be supported by a $175 million debt elimination from ScottsMiracle-Gro.
The merger allows RIV Capital to become a multi-state operator, enhancing its growth prospects and financial stability, which are likely to positively impact its stock price.
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Cansortium Inc. (OTC:CNTMF) is merging with RIV Capital Inc. to expand its operations to cover 25% of the U.S. population. The merger is expected to generate $5-10 million in annual cost synergies and will be supported by a $175 million debt elimination from ScottsMiracle-Gro.
The merger significantly expands Cansortium's operational footprint and financial stability, supported by debt elimination and expected cost synergies, which are likely to positively impact its stock price.
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ScottsMiracle-Gro (NYSE:SMG) is supporting the merger between Cansortium Inc. and RIV Capital Inc. by eliminating $175 million in debt, which will strengthen the new company's balance sheet.
ScottsMiracle-Gro's involvement in eliminating debt strengthens the financial position of the merged entity, which could have a positive impact on SMG's stock as it demonstrates strategic investment in the cannabis sector.
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