Case Studies
Resurrected Ancient Cannabis Enzymes Pave the Way for Efficient Cannabinoid Production
LOS ANGELES – A team of biologists has brought back ...
Trump Sets Plans for Cannabis Reclassification Executive Order
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is set to direct federal ...
Mid-Cap Cannabis Operators Face Liquidity Pressures Despite Solid Leverage, Viridian Report Finds
LOS ANGELES – Public Cannabis companies with $25-100 million market ...
Germany’s Cabinet Advanced Restrictions Balancing Access and Control in Medical Cannabis
BERLIN – Germany's federal cabinet cleared a draft bill that would require in-person doctor consultations before issuing medical Cannabis prescriptions and prohibit mail-order shipments, addressing a fourfold jump in imports over the past year. The ...
Tilray Brands Reports Fiscal Q1 2026 Earnings
NEW YORK – Tilray Brands Inc. swung to a profit in its fiscal first quarter, fueled by record revenue and sharper cost management, as the Cannabis company builds on a multiyear turnaround. For the period ...
Cannabis Debt Yields Show Wide Gaps Among Top Operators, Viridian Analysis Finds
LOS ANGELES – A fresh assessment of credit profiles among leading U.S. Cannabis companies points to notable discrepancies in debt pricing that could signal untapped value for savvy investors and fixed-income players. Viridian Capital Advisors ...
Cannabis Stocks Rally but Remain Undervalued Relative to Peers, Viridian Report Finds
LOS ANGELES – U.S. Cannabis companies have posted impressive gains this year, yet their valuations still trail those of comparable industries, a new analysis from Viridian Capital Advisors indicates. The Weekly Chart by Viridian plots ...
Week In Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
LOS ANGELES – Recent developments in the Cannabis and psychedelics sectors point to a period of cautious optimism, marked by stock gains, legal battles, and innovative expansions. From property value boosts tied to legalization to ...
Case Study: Navigating Cannabis Tax Hikes in California & New Mexico
LOS ANGELES- In July 2025, cannabis operators in California and New Mexico woke up to another line item tightening their margins: higher excise taxes.California’s excise tax jumped from 15% to 19% — a 25% increase. ...
Opinion: Rolling Toward a Greener Future: The Case for Industrial Hemp Toilet Paper
LOS ANGELES–When most people think about sustainability, they imagine renewable energy, electric cars, or organic farming. I don’t know many who stop to consider the humble roll of toilet paper. But TP production has a ...
Germany’s Cabinet Advanced Restrictions Balancing Access and Control in Medical Cannabis
BERLIN – Germany's federal cabinet cleared a draft bill that would require in-person doctor consultations before issuing medical Cannabis prescriptions and prohibit mail-order shipments, addressing a fourfold jump in imports over the past year. The ...
Tilray Brands Reports Fiscal Q1 2026 Earnings
NEW YORK – Tilray Brands Inc. swung to a profit in its fiscal first quarter, fueled by record revenue and sharper cost management, as the Cannabis company builds on a multiyear turnaround. For the period ...
Cannabis Debt Yields Show Wide Gaps Among Top Operators, Viridian Analysis Finds
LOS ANGELES – A fresh assessment of credit profiles among leading U.S. Cannabis companies points to notable discrepancies in debt pricing that could signal untapped value for savvy investors and fixed-income players. Viridian Capital Advisors ...
FARRIS FORWARD: How to Unlock Your Passion: The Power of “Why”
LOS ANGELES–Welcome to Farris Forward, a new series of articles by Jon Farris exploring the intersection of strategy and leadership. In the difficult and fast-paced world of business, especially in cannabis, it's easy to get ...
Ohio Grapples with Cannabis Legalization as Early Voting Commences
COLUMBUS– The Buckeye State stands on the precipice of a transformational decision. As early voting gets underway, Ohio residents are faced with a potential shift in their state's stance on cannabis. Public sentiment, shaped by ...
Canadian Cannabis Advocates Push for Higher THC Limits in Edibles Amid Regulatory Review
NEW YORK- In a significant development in Canada's cannabis landscape, advocates are pressing the federal government to revise the potency limits for cannabis edibles. A petition launched last week is seeking a tenfold increase in ...
TerrAscend Corp. Raises Revenue Guidance, Sees Robust Growth in Multiple States
LOS ANGELES-- TerrAscend Corp. displayed a strong financial posture by updating its revenue guidance for 2023 during its investor day at the Toronto Stock Exchange. This adjustment propelled the company's stock upwards by 4%, resulting ...
Tilray Medical Engages in Glioblastoma Research Through Clinical Trial in Spain
LOS ANGELES-- In a significant stride for the medical cannabis community, Tilray Medical, an affiliate of Tilray Brands, Inc., declared its involvement in a groundbreaking clinical trial slated to delve into the therapeutic potential of ...
Trulieve Cannabis Corp. Seeks $143 Million Tax Refund Amidst Dispute Over 280E Obligations
LOS ANGELES- U.S. cannabis titan, Trulieve Cannabis Corp, has lodged a claim for a $143 million tax refund from the federal government. The refund pertains to payments the firm made during the fiscal years 2019, ...
FDA Warns Against Unsupervised Use of Ketamine for Psychiatric Disorders
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised concerns over the unsupervised and unauthorized use of compounded ketamine and ketamine-based drugs for treating psychiatric conditions. In a recent alert, the FDA ...
Connecticut’s Cannabis Sales Soar, Surpassing $15 Million Mark for Adult-use Alone
HARTFORD, CT — Connecticut's blossoming cannabis market has reached with combined sales of adult-use and medical marijuana crossing $25 million in September 2023, according to the state's Department of Consumer Protection (DCP). This surge in ...
Colorado Cannabis Sales Surpass $15 Billion, But Recent Trends Raise Concerns
DENVER — August witnessed Colorado's recreational cannabis market and its established medical marijuana industry reach a significant landmark, achieving over $15 billion in cumulative sales since the inauguration of the adult-use market in January 2014. ...
U.S. Cannabis Banking Reform Faces New Hurdles Amid Political Drama
WASHINGTON D.C. — Recent optimism surrounding potential U.S. cannabis banking reform has encountered obstacles, with unrelated political issues clouding prospects for legislative passage. While there is hope for the U.S. Senate to pass the SAFER ...
Canada’s Cannabis Industry Faces Economic Challenges, Says Health Canada Report
OTTAWA — A recent report by the Canadian government suggests the nation's legal cannabis industry is encountering significant economic challenges, shedding light on the realities faced by businesses after the 2018 legalization. The report, titled ...
ANALYSIS: Cannabis Payments: Navigating a Landscape of Opportunities and Pitfalls
NEW YORK — Cannabis payment systems have always been rife with controversy and uncertainty. As we explore the landscape, the focus is primarily on services purporting to have a compliant mechanism to accept credit cards. ...
FSD Pharma Wins Legal Battle Against Former CEO; Ventures into Dietary Supplements
NEW YORK — In a significant legal triumph, FSD Pharma Inc. a Canadian biopharmaceutical firm, received a favorable ruling from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on Thursday against its former chief executive, Dr. ...
Atai Life Sciences Bolsters Investment in IntelGenx Technologies
NEW YORK — Atai Life Sciences AG's (Nasdaq: ATAI) confidence in IntelGenx Technologies Corp. (OTC: IGXT) seems unwavering as its investments in the pharmaceutical firm grow. The robust belief in IntelGenx's medical technology continues to ...
New Mexico’s Cannabis Microbusiness License Fees May Rise
NEW YORK — Cannabis microbusinesses in New Mexico may soon face a hike in their annual license fees, should proposed rule changes be ratified after a public comment period. A slated policy revision by the ...
New Jersey Boosts Cannabis Industry with $12 Million in Equity Grants
LOS ANGELES — In a significant push to bolster its nascent cannabis sector, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) announced a $12 million grant award to 48 marijuana enterprises as part of the state's ...
California Governor Vetoed Cannabis Cafe Bill, Citing Smoke-Free Concerns
LOS ANGELES — Governor Gavin Newsom has placed a halt on the proposed move to introduce Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes in California. Despite significant bipartisan backing, Assembly Bill 374, the bill that could have potentially transformed ...
Alaska Imposes New Restrictions on Hemp Goods Industry
LOS ANGELES— Alaska has intensified its stance on the rapidly expanding national hemp goods sector, especially targeting hemp-derived products that some locals colloquially term "diet weed." Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom inked new regulations into ...
Optimi Gains Momentum with Health Canada’s Approval for Psychedelics Supply
Toronto — Optimi, a leading Canadian psychedelics drug research and formulation enterprise, announced a pivotal achievement today. Health Canada has sanctioned an amendment to the company's Dealer's Licence, setting the stage for Optimi to commence ...
Pennsylvania Legislature Mulls Over Tax Reform Benefiting Medical Cannabis Businesses
The Pennsylvania legislature has made strides in advancing a comprehensive tax reform measure, which notably addresses a crucial obstacle faced by state-sanctioned medical cannabis entities: the IRS's 280E code. This code presently restricts these businesses ...
New York Opens Doors for Medical Cannabis Operators to Dive into Adult-Use Retail Market
NEW YORK- In a significant move on Tuesday, New York regulators gave the nod for the state's medical marijuana entities to file applications for adult-use retail licenses. This opens the arena for multi-state operators (MSOs) ...
Lucy Scientific Anticipates Sharp Losses Amidst Regulatory and Operational Costs
LOS ANGELES- Lucy Scientific Discovery Inc. has been in the spotlight, not for its recent acquisitions but for missing its annual report filing deadline with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). While the company ...
Georgia Pharmacies to Offer Low-THC Cannabis Oil, Expanding Access for Medical Patients
ATLANTA- In a pioneering move, Georgia has become the first state in the U.S. to greenlight the sale of medical cannabis at independent pharmacies, with the objective of simplifying access for its registered medical cannabis ...
PharmaCielo Seeks Financial Stabilization Amid Growing Losses
LOS ANGELES- In a bid to counter increasing financial setbacks, PharmaCielo Ltd., the parent company of the Colombian cannabis cultivator PharmaCielo Colombia Holdings S.A.S., has raised $3.3 million in a recent investment round. Through the ...
Gavin Newsom’s Veto of Cannabis Cafes and Psychedelic Medicine: A Balancing Act
LOS ANGELES-California Governor Gavin Newsom's recent actions on cannabis-related bills have left both proponents of cannabis reform and the cannabis industry with mixed feelings. While he signed several bills into law that will bring significant ...
