Case Studies
Ascend Wellness Holdings Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results
NEW YORK – Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc., a multi-state Cannabis ...
Cannabis Earnings Outlook Dims as Q2 2025 Looms, Latest Analysis
LOS ANGELES – As the Cannabis industry braces for Q2 ...
Cash, Crime, and Cannabis: Attorneys General Push Congress on SAFER Banking Act
WASHINGTON, D.C.–In a rare show of bipartisan unity, attorneys general ...
Legal Status of Cannabis in Europe
LOS ANGELES- A growing number of European countries now permit the use, cultivation or sale of cannabis under regulated conditions, driven by evolving public policy and emerging economic opportunity. Germany legalized limited recreational use on ...
New Lawsuit Challenges Lottery Process for Kentucky Medical Cannabis Licenses
LOS ANGELES- A group of Kentucky-based applicants has filed a lawsuit arguing that the state’s lottery system for awarding medical cannabis licenses is unconstitutional and unfairly structured. The suit, filed on June 27 in Jefferson ...
Organigram Expands U.S. Market Through Collective Project Direct to Consumer Launch and THC Beverage Portfolio Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Organigram Global Inc. Canada’s largest cannabis producer by market share, has entered a significant new phase in its U.S. strategy. Through its recently acquired subsidiary, Collective Project, the company has launched a direct-to-consumer ...
California Lawmakers Omit Cannabis Tax Relief from 2025 Budget
LOS ANGELES- California legislators did not include a freeze on the planned cannabis excise tax increase in the state’s 2025–26 budget, declining last-minute proposals to maintain the current 15% rate. The absence of this relief ...
AYR Wellness Delays Q1 2025 Filing
LOS ANGELES- AYR Wellness Inc. a vertically integrated multi-state cannabis operator in the U.S., has reported a delay in filing its interim financial statements, MD&A, and related CEO/CFO certification for the quarter ended March 31, ...
IM Cannabis Proposes $50 Million Mixed Securities Shelf to Bolster Funding
LOS ANGELES- IM Cannabis Corp. a Canada-based medical cannabis provider operating in Israel and Germany, has filed a registration statement for a mixed securities shelf worth up to USD 50 million. The filing, submitted June 26 to the ...
LIMS Market Projected to Hit $5.19 Billion by 2030
LOS ANGELES- The global Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) market is forecast to grow from $2.88 billion in 2025 to $5.19 billion by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 12.5%, according to a ...
Legal Status of Cannabis in Europe
LOS ANGELES- A growing number of European countries now permit the use, cultivation or sale of cannabis under regulated conditions, driven by evolving public policy and emerging economic opportunity. Germany legalized limited recreational use on ...
New Lawsuit Challenges Lottery Process for Kentucky Medical Cannabis Licenses
LOS ANGELES- A group of Kentucky-based applicants has filed a lawsuit arguing that the state’s lottery system for awarding medical cannabis licenses is unconstitutional and unfairly structured. The suit, filed on June 27 in Jefferson ...
Organigram Expands U.S. Market Through Collective Project Direct to Consumer Launch and THC Beverage Portfolio Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Organigram Global Inc. Canada’s largest cannabis producer by market share, has entered a significant new phase in its U.S. strategy. Through its recently acquired subsidiary, Collective Project, the company has launched a direct-to-consumer ...
SNDL Announces Major Restructuring, Job Cuts to Save $20 Million Annually
LOS ANGELES- Canadian cannabis company SNDL Inc. has announced a significant financial restructuring plan, which includes the elimination of 106 full-time positions. The restructuring aims to optimize corporate overhead spending and consolidate its cannabis segments ...
Minnesota Opens Social Equity License Application for Adult-Use Cannabis Market
LOS ANGELES- The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has initiated the first social equity business license application process for the state's adult-use cannabis market. The application window, which began on Wednesday, will remain open ...
Tilray Brands’ Aphria RX GmbH Receives License Under Germany’s New Cannabis Law
LOS ANGELES- Tilray Brands, Inc. announced that its German subsidiary, Aphria RX GmbH, has received a cultivation license under Germany's newly enacted adult-use cannabis legalization law. The facility, previously licensed in 2019 for Germany's medical ...
Dallas Officials Approve Cannabis Decriminalization Petition for November Ballot
LOS ANGELES- Dallas officials have finalized a petition allowing voters to decide on a cannabis decriminalization ordinance this November. The proposed measure aims to make the enforcement of Class A and Class B misdemeanor cannabis ...
Ohio Accelerates Adult-Use Cannabis Program Implementation
LOS ANGELES- The rulemaking process for Ohio's pending adult-use cannabis program is progressing rapidly, with sales expected to start by the third quarter of this year. Following voter approval of Issue 2, which legalized cannabis ...
Field Trip Health Ltd. Shares Rise 5.8% Amid Increased Trading Volume
LOS ANGELES- Field Trip Health Ltd. experienced a 5.8% increase in its share price during trading on Tuesday. The stock reached a high of C$1.11, before settling at C$1.09 by the end of the trading ...
Delaware Legalizes Cannabis: Recreational Sales Expected by Late 2024 or Early 2025
LOS ANGELES- Delaware recently legalized adult-use cannabis, but it may be up to two years before consumers can purchase it legally. According to Zoë Patchell, executive director of the Delaware Cannabis Advocacy Network, the state's ...
Study Highlights Psilocybin’s Significant Impact on Brain Function and Potential Therapeutic Uses
LOS ANGELES- A recent small randomized controlled trial has revealed that a single high dose of psilocybin induces significant and persistent changes in brain functional networks in healthy adults. The findings, published in Nature, provide ...
Medical Cannabis: Growth and Investment in 2024
LOS ANGELES- The medical cannabis industry is navigating 2024 with key players like Grow Group and Somai Pharmaceuticals leveraging new regulations and market dynamics to achieve ambitious growth targets. This article examines the recent developments ...
FDA and FTC Target Delta-8 THC Edibles Resembling Popular Snacks
LOS ANGELES- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are taking action against companies selling delta-8 THC edibles packaged to resemble popular snacks, often marketed towards children. Delta-8 THC is ...
Numinus Wellness: Financial Challenges and Strategic Growth in Mental Health Care
LOS ANGELES- Numinus Wellness is at the forefront of transforming mental health care, focusing on innovative treatments, strategic mergers, and operational refinements. This article delves into the market trends, financial performance, and strategic initiatives shaping ...
Constellation Brands: Analysts Maintain Ratings
LOS ANGELES- On Monday, Argus reaffirmed its Buy rating on shares of Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ), maintaining a price target of $306.00. Argus notes the stock's value, currently trading at 18 times the firm's fiscal ...
Canopy Growth Experiences Decline in Short Interest Amid Market Activity
LOS ANGELES- Canopy Growth Co. saw a significant decrease in short interest in June. As of June 30, short interest totaled 8,730,000 shares, a 20.7% decline from 11,010,000 shares on June 15. With an average ...
Snoop Dogg Launches First Licensed Cannabis Dispensary and Product Line
LOS ANGELES- Snoop Dogg has launched his first licensed cannabis dispensary, S.W.E.D., and an exclusive product line under the Death Row Cannabis brand. The shop, located near LAX airport in Los Angeles, opened on July ...
GOP-Led House Committee Approves Spending Bill Blocking Cannabis Rescheduling
LOS ANGELES- A key Republican-led House committee has approved a large-scale spending bill that would block the Justice Department from rescheduling cannabis. Additionally, the bill amends a longstanding rider protecting medical cannabis states from federal ...
Critics Slam Thai Government’s Approach to Cannabis
LOS ANGELES- Critics have strongly opposed the Thai government's plan to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, arguing that it will harm businesses involved in cannabis-based products and undermine investor confidence in the country. On July ...
NHS Reimburses Cannabis for Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
NEW YORK- The National Health Service (NHS) England has reimbursed a patient for the cost of medicinal cannabis flowers to manage chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV). Michael Roberts, diagnosed with rectosigmoid adenocarcinoma and lung metastases, ...
Constellation Brands: Analysts Maintain Ratings
LOS ANGELES- On Monday, Argus reaffirmed its Buy rating on shares of Constellation Brands, maintaining a price target of $306.00. Argus notes the stock's value, currently trading at 18 times the firm's fiscal year 2025 ...
Canopy Growth Corporation Stock Performance and Upcoming Earnings Report
LOS ANGELES- In the latest market close, Canopy Growth Corporation (CGC) reached $6.50, marking a +0.31% increase compared to the previous day. This performance was below the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.55%. Meanwhile, the ...
Aurora Cannabis Submits Regular SEC Filing and Reports
LOS ANGELES- Aurora Cannabis Inc. a the medicinal chemicals and botanical products industry, has filed a Form 6-K report with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for July. The Edmonton, Alberta-based company submitted this ...
Medical Cannabis Industry Demonstrates Strong Economic Contributions and Market Trends
LOS ANGELES- The medical cannabis landscape continues to evolve, demonstrating significant economic contributions and offering vital insights into market trends. In 2024, data from licensed dispensaries and cultivation centers highlight robust retail and wholesale activities, ...
Senate Appropriations Committee Approves VA Doctors’ Cannabis Recommendation Amendment
LOS ANGELES- The Senate Appropriations Committee has passed a measure allowing U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) doctors to discuss and recommend medical cannabis to patients residing in states where it is legal. This amendment, ...
Arrogance in Business: A Cautionary Tale from Nokia’s Fall
NEW YORK--In the dynamic world of business, arrogance often precedes downfall. This truth is vividly illustrated in the rise and fall of Nokia, once a titan in the mobile phone industry. Years ago, during a ...
House Appropriations Committee Blocks Cannabis Rescheduling Efforts
LOS ANGELES- The House Appropriations Committee approved legislation on Tuesday that impedes the Biden administration's initiative to reschedule cannabis and relax federal restrictions. The Republican-led panel endorsed an amendment to a funding bill that prevents ...
Nebraska Advocates Submit Over 114,000 Signatures for Medical Cannabis Campaign
LOS ANGELES- Nebraska cannabis advocates have turned in more than 114,000 signatures for their petition to legalize medical cannabis in the state, according to the Nebraska Examiner. The campaign, led by Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana, ...
