Marijuana stocks Aphria (NASDAQ: APHA) and Canopy Growth (NYSE: CGC) have both captured the imaginations of investors looking to grow rich. Both companies are struggling to become profitable, and both are fighting for regional markets in North America amid a growing global cannabis market. But these companies are in very different phases of their life cycles.
Aphria is in the process of finding its identity as a company and establishing itself in its home markets by building its core cannabis brands. In contrast, Canopy has already laid its foundations for growth, staked out several significant market shares, and taken steps to curb its operational inefficiencies. Let's explore each company to shed some light on which might be the better pick for investors today.
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Better Marijuana Stock: Aphria vs. Canopy Growth