The Business of Cannabis

Coronavirus Sparks Cannabis Unionization Drives

May 6, 2020 | National

The COVID-19 crisis has accelerated unionization efforts at a handful of cannabis stores and dispensaries in Illinois and Massachusetts that, if successful, could result in thousands of dollars in added staffing costs for the multistate operators that own...

When Will The Federal Government Legalize Marijuana?

May 5, 2020 | National

Although cannabis is now legal in 33 states, the big question on everyone’s mind is still: When, if ever, will it become federally legal, and what effect will that have on the current marijuana industry? Seeking to gain some insight, we spoke to five insiders and...

Cannabis Sales Strong During First Month Of COVID-19 Business Recession

May 5, 2020 | Feature, National

In a few short years, cannabis sales have transformed from a mostly illegal enterprise to an ‘essential business’ that many states have kept open during the COVID-19 epidemic, the worst the nation has seen this past century. Experts at Anderson Economic Group have...

4/20 Cannabis Businesses Recap

May 5, 2020 | National

Cannabis companies across the United States reported a mixed bag for sales this year leading up to the industry’s most celebrated day: 4/20. While the surge of consumer stockpiling based on concerns about the coronavirus pandemic boosted some companies’...

Panic-Buying, Pot Delivery, Social Distancing: What’s Next For Cannabis During COVID-19 Crisis?

May 2, 2020 | National

CHICAGO – In a few short years, cannabis sales have transformed from a mostly illegal enterprise to an ‘essential business’ that many states have kept open during the COVID-19 epidemic, the worst the nation has seen this past century. Experts at Anderson Economic...

Sweeping Weedmaps Subpoena Underscores US Government’s Continued Scrutiny Of Marijuana Industry

Apr 29, 2020 | National

When the U.S. marijuana industry learned of a federal grand jury subpoena served to Weedmaps owner Ghost Management Group, the news was an eye-opener for many in the business. The story, first reported by MarketWatch in early March, noted that a...