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What banks are actually doing when they reject cannabis accounts

Banks aren't set up to reject cannabis accounts. Cannabis banking is held back by a lack of clear…

News April 17
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Can the right data convince banks to lend to cannabis operators?

The NCS Thea platform acts as a bridge between cautious financial institutions and capital-starved cannabis businesses.

News April 7
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Major marijuana MSO files for U.S. bankruptcy protections

Cannabis multistate operator The Cannabist Co. has filed for bankruptcy after selling off permits in several states and…

News April 3
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Michigan governor candidate vows to repeal cannabis tax as new lawsuit filed

A longshot candidate for Michigan governor has vowed to repeal the state's new 24% wholesale cannabis tax if…

March 30
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The secret to winning cannabis M&A is infrastructure, not scale

Cannabis M&A activity is heating up, but the operators and investors who will benefit in the long term…

March 27
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Debt dominates cannabis capital raises as equity deals dry up

The cannabis industry has transitioned to a more commoditized market characterized by price declines and minimal organic growth.

News March 25
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Cannabis MSO Vireo Growth’s aggressive strategy paying off

The Minnesota-based multistate operator reported increasing revenue by more than 250% following a recent buying spree that's exciting…

News March 20
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Cannabis MSO Verano plans growth spree with new $195 million loan

The loan carries a 9.5% annual interest rate and has prepayment flexibility. It matures in 2029, with an…

News March 13
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IRS digs in on marijuana rescheduling as MSOs’ 280E bill balloons

Cannabis companies owe the IRS $1.6 billion and counting in past-due 280E-related bills, and marijuana rescheduling is unlikely…

News March 12
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Colorado considers cannabis tax hike amid declining sales

Colorado cannabis taxes would increase by less than a percentage point under a proposal to raise revenue for…

News March 9
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