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Total cannabis sales in Arizona fall for second straight year

Two years after Arizona retailers recorded record sales of recreational and medical cannabis, the retail boom is fading.

News April 18
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Return on investment is new 4/20 focus for cannabis retailers, brands

As the industry, consumers and other enthusiasts prep for another April 20 cannabis celebration, the date is taking…

News April 16
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Medical marijuana sales stumble in Illinois as overall market cools

On the heels of a record year, slumping medical marijuana sales in Illinois in early 2025 are dragging…

News April 3
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Cannabis MSO Verano Holdings secures $12 million loan

Cannabis multistate operator Verano Holdings Corp. closed a $12 million "cross-collateralized" senior mortgage from Rainbow Realty Group and…

News March 25
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Ayr Wellness is selling 4 marijuana stores in Illinois

Ayr Wellness has signed a letter of intent to sell its four marijuana stores in Illinois because the company…

News March 7
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MariMed closes $11 million acquisition of Delaware marijuana company

Massachusetts-based marijuana multistate operator MariMed has closed on its $11 million acquisition of First State Compassion Center in…

News March 4
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Green Thumb CEO has dire outlook on federal marijuana reform prospects

Green Thumb Industries CEO Ben Kovler offered a bleak outlook on national marijuana reform and sharp criticism of…

News March 3
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Casa Verde leads $3 million funding round for marijuana insurer Frontier Risk

Casa Verde Capital, a Los Angeles-based investment firm founded by entertainer Snoop Dogg, led a $3 million funding…

News February 26
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Illinois, Maine pondering marijuana consumption measures

Illinois and Maine are the latest states considering enacting regulations for marijuana consumption at venues and events.

News February 25
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Marijuana financier Chicago Atlantic BDC secures $100 million credit line

Marijuana business financier Chicago Atlantic BDC closed a $100 million senior secured revolving credit line led by a…

News February 12
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