Curaleaf Enters into an Equity Purchase Agreement for the Virginia Assets of The Cannabist Company

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Curaleaf (OTCQX: CURLF) entered a binding commitment to acquire The Cannabist Company’s Virginia assets, including a fully operational cultivation facility, five retail dispensaries and the right to open one additional dispensary.

Curaleaf expects the transaction to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and a 15-business-day go-shop period that ends December 22, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET. If a competing bid is accepted during the go-shop or if noteholder consent is not obtained, Curaleaf is entitled to a $3.3 million break-up fee plus up to $350,000 of associated expenses.

Positive

• Adds a fully operational cultivation facility in Virginia
• Acquires five retail dispensaries plus right to open one more
• Target close in Q1 2026, providing near-term expansion

Negative

• Transaction subject to a 15-business-day go-shop ending Dec 22, 2025
• Deal contingent on noteholder consent, risking failure to close

STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf" or the "Company"), a leading international provider of consumer cannabis products, announced it has entered into a binding commitment to acquire The Cannabist Company's Virginia assets, which include a fully-operational cultivation facility and five retail dispensaries and the right to open one additional dispensary. Assuming all closing conditions are met, Curaleaf anticipates the transaction closing in the first quarter of 2026. 

The transaction is subject to a 15 business day go-shop period ending at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time December 22, 2025. In the event a competing bid for the Virginia assets is accepted during the go-shop period or if The Cannabist fails to receive noteholder consent for the transaction, Curaleaf is entitled to receive a $3.3 million break-up fee and all associated expenses up to $350,000. 

About Curaleaf Holdings

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, Anthem and The Hemp Company provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. For more information, please visit https://ir.curaleaf.com.

Forward Looking Statements

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Contacts:

Investor Contact:
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.
Camilo Lyon, Chief Investment Officer
IR@curaleaf.com 

Media Contact:
Mattio Communications
mattiocuraleaf@mattio.com

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FAQ

What assets is Curaleaf (CURLF) acquiring from The Cannabist Company in Virginia?

Curaleaf is acquiring a fully operational cultivation facility, five retail dispensaries and the right to open one additional dispensary in Virginia.

When does Curaleaf expect the Virginia assets acquisition (CURLF) to close?

Curaleaf anticipates the transaction will close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to closing conditions.

What is the go-shop period and deadline for the Curaleaf (CURLF) Virginia deal?

The transaction is subject to a 15-business-day go-shop period that ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on December 22, 2025.

What break-up fee applies if the Curaleaf (CURLF) Virginia deal is outbid or lacks consent?

Curaleaf is entitled to a $3.3 million break-up fee plus up to $350,000 of associated expenses if certain conditions occur.

Could a competing bid block Curaleaf's (CURLF) acquisition of The Cannabist Virginia assets?

Yes. If a competing bid is accepted during the go-shop period, the original transaction could be displaced.