Curaleaf Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results

Third Quarter 2022 Revenue of $340 Million , an increase of 1% sequentially and 7% YoY

Third Quarter 2022 Adjusted EBITDA (1) of $84 Million , an increase of 18% YoY

Generated $60 Million of Positive Operating Cash Flow in the Third Quarter and $71 Million in the First Nine Months of 2022

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf" or the "Company") , a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, today reported its financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022 . All financial information is provided in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.

Third Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights (Unaudited)

($ thousands)


($ thousands, except per share amounts)










Three months ended


September 30, 2022


June 30, 2022


September 30, 2021

Total Revenue

$

339,728


$

337,553


$

317,125

Gross profit before impact
of biological assets


164,805



175,884



144,909

Gross margin before impact
of biological assets


49 %



52 %



46 %

Adjusted EBITDA (1)(2)


84,044



86,177



71,363

Net loss attributable to Curaleaf
Holdings Inc.

(51,475)



(28,336)



(54,524)

Net loss per share – basic
and diluted

$

(0.07)


$

(0.04)


$

(0.08)

(1)

Represents a Non-IFRS financial measure or Non-IFRS ratio without a standardized definition under IFRS, which may not be comparable to similar measures used by other issuers.

(2)

See "Non-IFRS Financial and Performance Measures" below for definitions and more information regarding Curaleaf's use of Non-IFRS financial measures and Non-IFRS ratios. See the sections entitled "Adjusted EBITDA" below (pg. 4) for reconciliations of Non-IFRS measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measures.

Earnings Call: Monday, November 7, 2022, at 5:00 P.M. ET

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Boris Jordan , Founder and Executive Chairman of Curaleaf, commented, "Our record third quarter was punctuated by the close of our landmark acquisition of a majority stake in Four20 Pharma. Since quarter end, we also closed on the  Tryke  acquisition one I expect will further strengthen our position in Arizona , Nevada , and Utah. Despite unexpected revenue impacts in Florida and New Jersey , our revenue grew 1% sequentially, gross margin before the impact of biological assets was 49% and adjusted EBITDA was 25%. We generated $60 million in operating cash flow during the quarter, ending with $198 million in cash on the balance sheet. The fundamentals of our business remain solid, our early advantage in Europe is taking shape and we are preparing for the year ahead by looking closely at operational efficiencies and optimizing our current assets."

Matt Darin , Chief Executive Officer of Curaleaf, stated, "In the third quarter we proved once again that Curaleaf's diverse geographic and channel revenue mix is a key distinguishing factor driving our performance, one that allows us to withstand regional challenges and still deliver on revenue targets. I'm pleased to report that we posted our 19 th quarter of consecutive retail growth, a 7% quarter-over-quarter growth in transactions, and we're currently on pace to increase new product revenue 75% year-over-year. With a strategic focus on cost reduction, cultivation productivity and flower strain diversity, R&D, and technology investments, we delivered another record quarter with ample runway for continued success."

Third Quarter Operating Highlights

  • Added two net new retail dispensaries in PA and Citrus Park, FL closing the quarter with 137 total locations, and serviced over 2,000 wholesale partner accounts.
  • Acquired a 55% stake in Four20 Pharma GmbH, a fully EU-GMP & GDP licensed German producer and distributor of medical cannabis, with a strategic pathway to acquire complete control of Four20 Pharma after two years of the commencement of adult-use in Germany .
  • Launched Plant Precision, a curated collection of edibles and a topical gel designed to target specific wellness categories.
  • Launched "The Farmer's Select" program, an ongoing series of limited-edition collaborations with licensed legacy farmers and diverse operators in California .
  • Began expansion of Grassroots into new states, including the introduction of Infused Pre-rolls in California .

Post Third Quarter Operating Highlights

  • Added six new retail dispensaries across Arizona , Nevada and Florida and closed one in Colorado bringing total current store count to 142.
  • Completed license transfer in IL to Deerfield location and commenced adult use sales
  • Completed the acquisition of Tryke Companies, a privately held vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator with retail dispensaries in Nevada and Arizona , and an extensive portfolio of processing licenses with 65,000 square feet of total canopy cultivation with capacity to expand to 80,000 square feet over the next three years.
  • Commenced adult-use sales at Curaleaf Bordentown, New Jersey location, the Company's third and final location to sell adult-use cannabis in the Garden State.
  • Launched Find, a cannabis flower brand designed to provide consumers with high quality cannabis flower at an accessible price point. Now available in Massachusetts , Find will expand to eight additional states across the country.
  • Launched new holiday flavors for Endless Coast and X-bites product lines.

Financial Results for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2022

Revenue (Unaudited)

($ thousands)



Three months ended


September 30, 2022


June 30, 2022


September 30, 2021

Retail revenue

$

259,652


$

251,920


$

224,543

Wholesale revenue


78,903



84,403



92,041

Management fee income


1,173



1,230



541

Total Revenue

$

339,728


$

337,553


$

317,125










Number of retail stores


137



135



109

Wholesale accounts


2,026



2,200



2,100

Total revenue increased by 7% to $340 million during the third quarter of 2022, compared to $317 million in the third quarter of 2021. The Company's year-over-year revenue growth primarily reflects continued growth driven by new retail store openings and commencement of adult-use in New Jersey , the acquisition of Bloom Dispensaries, the addition of new wholesale partner accounts, product launches, and the expansion of cultivation and production facilities.

Retail revenue increased by 16% to $260 million during the third quarter of 2022, compared to $225 million in the third quarter of 2021, representing 76% of total revenue. Growth in retail revenue was primarily due to strong growth across Curaleaf's footprint and the opening of 28 new stores over the year, namely in Arizona (including the acquisition of Bloom Dispensaries), Florida , Maine , and Pennsylvania and the commencement of adult-use in New Jersey .

Wholesale revenue decreased 14% to $79 million during the third quarter of 2022, compared to $92 million in the third quarter of 2021, representing 23% of total revenue. Contraction in wholesale revenue during the quarter was largely due to continued rationalization of the Company's wholesale business in lower margin states.

Gross profit excluding the impact of biological assets was $165 million for the third quarter of 2022, compared to $145 million in the third quarter of 2021. Gross profit margin excluding the impact of biological assets reached 48.5%, compared to 45.7% in the third quarter of 2021 largely resulting from the increase in vertically integrated products sold in our dispensaries and the mix of revenue from higher margin states.

Net Income / (Loss) (Unaudited)

($ thousands)



Three months ended


September 30, 2022


June 30, 2022


September 30, 2021

Total Revenue

$

339,728


$

337,553


$

317,125

Gross profit


152,999



167,996



182,734

Income from operations


11,422



23,364



42,381

Total other expense, net


(24,340)



(6,517)



(38,955)

Income tax expense


(41,777)



(45,066)



(60,313)

Net loss


(54,695)



(28,219)



(56,887)

Less: Net (loss) income attributable to non-controlling interest

(3,220)



117



(2,363)

Net loss attributable to Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.

$

(51,475)


$

(28,336)


$

(54,524)

For the third quarter of 2022, net loss attributable to Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. was $51 million , compared to a net loss of $55 million in the third quarter of 2021. The decrease in net loss was due to higher revenues and corresponding expense leverage partially offset by a decrease in gross profit due to an increase in unrealized fair value gain on growth of biological assets.

Adjusted EBITDA (Unaudited)

($ thousands)



Three months ended


September 30, 2022


June 30, 2022


September 30, 2021

Net (loss) income

$

(54,695)


$

(28,219)


$

(56,887)

Interest expense, net


26,556



25,099



25,054

Income tax expense


41,777



45,066



60,313

Depreciation and amortization (1)


43,933



42,506



34,739

Share-based compensation


6,352



6,039



13,180

Other (income) expense


(2,216)



(18,582)



13,900

Change in fair value of biological assets


11,806



7,888



(37,825)

Other add-backs (2)


10,531



6,380



18,889

Adjusted EBITDA (3)

$

84,044


$

86,177


$

71,363

Adjusted EBITDA Margin (3)


24.7 %



25.5 %



22.5 %

(1)

Depreciation and amortization expense include amounts charged to cost of goods sold on the statement of profits and losses.

(2)

Other add-backs primarily include acquisition related expenses including fair market value adjustments on inventory related to acquisitions, legal fees, accounting and professional fees.

(3)

Represents a non-IFRS measure or Non-IFRS ratio. See "Non-IFRS Financial and Performance Measures" below for definitions and more information regarding Curaleaf's use of Non-IFRS financial measures and Non-IFRS ratios. The table above provides a reconciliation of Net Loss, the most comparable IFRS measure, to Adjusted EBITDA, a non-IFRS measure.

Adjusted EBITDA was $84 million for the third quarter of 2022, compared to $71 million for the third quarter of 2021. The year-over-year increase in adjusted EBITDA was primarily driven by solid revenue growth, along with an improvement in gross profit before the impact of biological assets combined with operating expense leverage. The year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA margin reflects an increase in gross margin before the impact of biological assets due to a higher mix of sales from higher margin retails sales and SG&A leverage on the higher sales base.

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow

As of September 30, 2022 , the Company had $198 million of cash and $599 million of outstanding debt net of unamortized debt discounts. Approximately $433 million of the outstanding debt, net of unamortized debt discounts, are senior secured notes which bear a fixed interest rate of 8.00% per annum and are not due until December 2026 .

During the first nine months of 2022, Curaleaf invested $99 million net in capital expenditures mostly attributable to cultivation, processing, and retail sites development activities. The Company expects to invest approximately $125 million in capital expenditures for the full year 2022.

Shares Outstanding

As of September 30, 2022 and June 30, 2022 , the Company's weighted average subordinate voting shares outstanding amounted to 709,802,875 and 709,434,324  shares, respectively.

As of September 30, 2022 and June 30, 2022 , the Company's issued and outstanding subordinate voting shares plus multiple voting shares amounted to 710,715,124 and 710,136,421 shares, respectively.

Other

As disclosed in the Company's Consolidated Annual Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2021 , the Company made an immaterial restatement to the initial purchase accounting for the Select acquisition. Adjustments have been made to the comparative period financial statements presented herein, which reflect a decrease in amortization expense, as applicable. The net impact of the adjustment on the Company's Interim Consolidated Statements of Profits and Losses for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2021 , was a positive $2.4 million and $7.2 million , respectively, to Net loss attributable to Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.

Non-IFRS   Financial and Performance Measures

Curaleaf reports its financial results in accordance with IFRS and uses a number of financial measures and ratios when assessing its results and measuring overall performance. Some of these financial measures and ratios are not calculated in accordance with IFRS. National Instrument 52-112 respecting Non-IFRS and Other Financial Measures Disclosure prescribes disclosure requirements that apply to the following types of measures used by Curaleaf: (i) non-IFRS financial measures; (ii) non-IFRS ratios; (iii) total of segments measures; (iv) capital management measures; and (v) supplemental financial measures. Curaleaf refers in this earning release to certain Non-IFRS financial measures and ratios such as "Adjusted EBITDA", and "Adjusted EBITDA Margin". Management believes that these non-IFRS and other financial measures provide useful information to investors regarding Curaleaf's financial condition and results of operations. These measures do not have any standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. These measures are presented as supplemental information and in addition to the financial measures and ratios that are calculated and presented in accordance with IFRS.

"Adjusted EBITDA" is defined by Curaleaf as earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization less share-based compensation expense and other add-backs related to business development, acquisition, financing and reorganization costs. The  Company  believes  Adjusted  EBITDA  provides  improved  continuity  with  respect  to  the  comparison  of  our operating performance over a period of time .

"Adjusted EBITDA Margin" is a percentage representing  the Adjusted EBITDA divided by total revenue. We use Adjusted EBITDA Margin to facilitate a comparison of our operating performance on a consistent basis from period to period and to provide for a more complete understanding of factors and trends affecting our business.

Curaleaf considers these measures to be an important indicator of the financial strength and performance of our business. We believe the adjusted results presented provide relevant and useful information for investors because they clarify our actual operating performance, make it easier to compare our results with those of other companies and allow investors to review performance in the same way as our management. Since these measures are not calculated in accordance with IFRS, they should not be considered in isolation of, or as a substitute for, our reported results as indicators of our performance, and they may not be comparable to similarly named measures from other companies. The table provided in this press release contained in the section "Adjusted EBITDA" (pg. 4) provides reconciliations of Non-IFRS measures to the most directly comparable IFRS measures.

Consolidated Statements of Financial Position

($ thousands)



As of


September 30, 2022


December 31, 2021

Assets



Audited

Current assets:






Cash and cash equivalents

$

197,681


$

299,329

Accounts receivable, net


62,472



64,570

Inventories, net


438,014



391,195

Biological assets


80,965



78,600

Assets held for sale


111,000



80,583

Prepaid expenses and other current assets


31,595



35,667

Current portion of notes receivable




2,315

Total current assets


921,727



952,259

Deferred tax asset


3,467



2,593

Notes receivable




842

Property, plant and equipment, net


418,190



379,720

Right-of-use assets, net


356,652



285,111

Intangible assets, net


1,151,375



1,010,008

Goodwill


673,637



605,496

Investments


3,372



4,401

Other assets


18,948



22,048

Total assets

$

3,547,368


$

3,262,478







Liabilities and shareholders' equity






Current liabilities:






Accounts payable

$

78,739


$

26,751

Accrued expenses


95,341



87,583

Income tax payable


167,269



140,019

Current portion of lease liability


24,153



19,279

Current portion of notes payable


1,940



1,966

Current contingent consideration liability


23,482



9,155

Liabilities held for sale


15,826



18,472

Other current liabilities


30,168



12,171

Total current liabilities


436,918



315,396

Deferred tax liability


332,305



299,333

Notes payable


597,182



434,123

Lease liability


400,397



298,281

Non-controlling interest redemption liability


58,239



72,140

Contingent consideration liability


3,799



28,839

Other long term liability


9,891



5,876

Total liabilities


1,838,731



1,453,988







Shareholders' equity:






Share capital


2,239,427



2,225,940

Treasury shares


(5,208)



(5,208)

Reserves


(161,301)



(162,085)

Accumulated other comprehensive income


(32,955)



(9,996)

Accumulated deficit


(391,106)



(291,395)

Redeemable non-controlling interest contingency


(58,239)



(72,140)

Total Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. shareholders' equity


1,590,618



1,685,116

Non-controlling interest


118,019



123,374

Total shareholders' equity


1,708,637



1,808,490

Total liabilities and shareholders' equity

$

3,547,368


$

3,262,478

Consolidated Statements of Profits and Losses (Unaudited)

($ thousands, except for share and per share amounts)



Three months ended September 30,


Nine months ended September 30,


2022


2021


2022


2021

Revenues:












Retail and wholesale revenues

$

338,555


$

316,584


$

986,699


$

887,961

Management fee income


1,173



541



3,656



1,689

Total revenues


339,728



317,125



990,355



889,650

Cost of goods sold


174,923



172,216



494,796



461,036

Gross profit before impact of biological assets


164,805



144,909



495,559



428,614

Realized fair value amounts included in inventory sold


(120,731)



(112,691)



(349,322)



(263,408)

Unrealized fair value gain on growth of biological assets


108,925



150,516



353,802



342,837

Gross profit


152,999



182,734



500,039



508,043

Operating expenses:












Selling, general and administrative


103,931



101,800



311,207



269,849

Share-based compensation


6,352



13,180



17,484



36,457

Depreciation and amortization


31,294



25,373



92,830



68,979

Total operating expenses


141,577



140,353



421,521



375,285

Income from operations


11,422



42,381



78,518



132,758

Other income (expense):












Interest income


32



129



101



495

Interest expense


(15,449)



(15,659)



(44,454)



(40,079)

Interest expense related to lease liabilities


(11,139)



(9,524)



(31,092)



(27,423)

Other income (expense), net


2,216



(13,901)



22,241



(11,182)

Total other expense, net


(24,340)



(38,955)



(53,204)



(78,189)

(Loss) income before provision for income taxes


(12,918)



3,426



25,314



54,569

Income tax expense


(41,777)



(60,313)



(129,985)



(133,645)

Net loss


(54,695)



(56,887)



(104,671)



(79,076)

Less: Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest


(3,220)



(2,363)



(4,875)



(4,887)

Net loss attributable to Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.

$

(51,475)


$

(54,524)


$

(99,796)


$

(74,189)













Loss per share attributable to Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. – basic and diluted

$

(0.07)


$

(0.08)


$

(0.14)


$

(0.11)

Weighted average common shares outstanding – basic and diluted


709,638,533



703,545,262



709,802,875



695,830,455

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)

($ thousands, except for share and per share amounts)



Nine months ended September 30,


2022


2021






(As Restated)

Cash flows from operating activities:






Net loss

$

(104,671)


$

(79,076)

Adjustments to reconcile loss to net cash provided (used) in operating activities:






Depreciation and amortization


127,467



95,157

Share-based compensation


17,484



36,457

Non-cash interest expense


39,748



32,872

Unrealized gain on changes in fair value of biological assets


(353,802)



(342,837)

Realized fair value amounts included in inventory sold


349,322



263,408

Impairment loss




6,685

(Gain) loss on retirement of asset


(2,479)



583

Gain on investment


(15,000)



Deferred taxes


(18,606)



(1,824)

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:






Accounts receivable


(115)



(2,283)

Biological assets


1,115



50,309

Inventories


(41,427)



(141,433)

Prepaid expenses and other current assets


(5,105)



(15,022)

Other assets


2,363



4,408

Accounts payable


48,626



(1,895)

Income taxes payable


28,112



51,769

Accrued expenses


(1,561)



15,277

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities


71,471



(27,445)

Cash flows from investing activities:






Purchases of property, plant and equipment, net


(99,196)



(117,361)

Proceeds from sale of entity


10,577



29,828

Acquisition related cash payments, net of cash acquired


(85,733)



5,079

Amounts advanced for notes receivable, net of payments received


2,315



1,587

Net cash used in investing activities


(172,037)



(80,867)

Cash flows from financing activities:






Cash received from financing agreement




57,196

Proceeds from sale leaseback


45,537



23,153

Debt issuance costs




(681)

Minority interest buyouts




(1,190)

Lease liability payments


(41,202)



(40,197)

Proceeds from minority interest investment in Curaleaf International




84,795

Principal payments on notes payable


(198)



(6,085)

Acquisition escrow shares returned and retired




(7,730)

Exercise of stock options


(875)



4,061

Issuance of common shares, net of issuance costs




240,572

Net cash provided by financing activities


3,262



353,894

Net change in cash


(97,304)



245,582

Cash at beginning of period


299,329



73,542

Effect of exchange rate on cash


(4,344)



(1,935)

Cash at end of period

$

197,681


$

317,189

About Curaleaf Holdings  
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to improve lives by providing clarity around cannabis and confidence around consumption. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. In the United States , Curaleaf currently operates in 22 states with 142 dispensaries, 26 cultivation sites, and employs approximately 6,000 team members. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. For more information, please visit https://ir.curaleaf.com .

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Contact Information

Investor Contact:
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.
Camilo Lyon , Chief Investment Officer
ir@curaleaf.com

Media Contact:
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.
Tracy Brady , SVP of Corporate Communications
media@curaleaf.com

Disclaimer

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This news release contains future-oriented financial information and financial outlook information (collectively, "FOFI") about the Company's prospective results of operations, production and production efficiency, commercialization, revenue and cash on hand, all of which are subject to the same assumptions, risk factors, limitations, and qualifications as set second in the above paragraph. FOFI contained in this document was approved by management as of the date of this document and was provided for the purpose of providing further information about the Company's future business operations. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any FOFI contained in this document, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required pursuant to applicable law. Readers are cautioned that the FOFI contained in this document should not be used for purposes other than for which it is disclosed herein. The financial information reported in this news release is based on unaudited management prepared financial statements for the quarter ended September 30, 2022 . Accordingly, such financial information may be subject to change. Financial statements for the period will be released and filed under the Company's profiles on SEDAR at www.sedar.com no later than November 15, 2022 . All financial information contained in this news release is qualified in its entirety with reference to such unaudited financial statements. While the Company does not expect there to be any material changes, to the extent that the financial information contained in this news release is inconsistent with the information contained in the Company's unaudited financial statements, the financial information contained in this news release shall be deemed to be modified or superseded by the Company's unaudited financial statements. The making of a modifying or superseding statement shall not be deemed an admission for any purposes that the modified or superseded statement, when made, constituted a misrepresentation for purposes of applicable securities laws.

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A State-by-State Guide to Cannabis in Australia

Australia federally legalised medicinal cannabis in 2016, and Australia's cannabis market has seen major growth since then.

Medical cannabis approvals were up by 120 percent in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. Statista forecasts that Australian cannabis revenue will reach AU$3.73 billion in 2024 and grow at an annual rate of 3.22 percent, culminating in market volume worth AU$4.53 billion by 2029.

However, Australia’s cannabis industry is still young. Despite there being a strong case for a regulated market, which was outlined in a July 2024 report by the Penington Institute, recreational use is not legal and medical access remains limited and regulated.

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New Cannabis Consumption Trends, Regulatory Shifts Seen Driving Market in 2025

Understanding trends in the cannabis industry is paramount for investors eyeing a market with steady growth potential, but the landscape is complex as products and regulations continue to evolve.

Consumption habits are changing as edibles, vaping and THC beverages gain traction, especially among younger users, and cannabis companies are adapting their offerings to meet shifting demand.

Meanwhile, regulatory uncertainty, particularly surrounding the future of the US Farm Bill and state-level restrictions on hemp-derived cannabinoids, continues to challenge the market.

Despite these headwinds, production data and long-term growth forecasts suggest the cannabis industry remains on a promising — albeit turbulent — path. Read on for more on key trends to watch in 2025.

Consumption methods evolving post-legalization

Shifts in consumer behavior are reshaping markets across the board, and the cannabis industry is no exception.

While smoking remains the dominant method of cannabis consumption, a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights the growing popularity of edibles, vaping and dabbing.

The report notes that vaping and dabbing are particularly pronounced among younger adults.

A separate study published by the American Medical Association and funded in part by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research also points to how product preferences have changed among Canadian users since legalization in 2018.


The study indicates that while the use of flower, cannabis concentrates, oil, tinctures and topicals has decreased during that time, the use of vape cartridges, edibles and beverages has increased.

Edibles and beverages were legalized in Canada in late 2019, and Truss Beverage was one of the first players to introduce cannabis-infused drinks. Truss was a joint venture formed by Molson Coors Canada (TSX:TPX.A,TSX:TPX.B) and HEXO, a cannabis company that has since been acquired by Tilray Brands (TSX:TLRY,NASDAQ:TLRY).

In early 2020, Tilray launched a lineup of confectionery, wellness products and beverages through its subsidiary, High Park; Canopy Growth (TSX:WEED,NASDAQ:CGC) made a similar move. These companies gradually brought their products to the US as more states legalized cannabis for medical and/or recreational use.

Today, established cannabis brands typically offer edibles and beverages alongside their other products. Organigram Global (TSX:OGI,NASDAQ:OGI) is one of the newest US entrants, with its April acquisition of Collective Project providing immediate access to the US hemp-derived THC beverage market.

Growing awareness of health and wellness, potentially amplified by the pandemic-led adoption of health trackers, appears to be making an impact on the alcoholic beverage market.

A 2023 Gallup poll reveals a two decade decline in alcohol consumption, particularly among younger adults, suggesting a shift towards more health-conscious lifestyles within this demographic.

Craft beer production declined by 4 percent year-on-year in 2024, according to data collected by the Brewers Association. This marked the largest drop in the industry's history, excluding the pandemic. For small, independent craft breweries, 2024 marked the third consecutive year of declining production. A drop in the number of operating small breweries last year provides further evidence of this trend, with 501 closures in 2024 versus 434 openings.

Challenges in the alcohol market extend beyond the brewing industry, with the New York Times recently reporting the closure of a handful of nightclubs facing decreased alcohol sales alongside rising insurance and rent costs.

Meanwhile, cannabis lounges have been popping up across the US for the last several years. As of early 2025, several states had legalized or were in the process of implementing regulations for cannabis consumption lounges.

Hemp market growth despite regulatory uncertainty

The burgeoning hemp industry is another segment of the expanding cannabis market.

The legalization of industrial hemp — defined as cannabis with a THC concentration of 0.3 percent or less — through the 2018 Farm Bill led to initial investment and optimistic projections for CBD wellness products and various industrial applications. The sector’s rapid evolution also brought the rise of hemp-derived intoxicating cannabinoids, creating a market that presented both opportunities and complexities for participants.

However, after an initial boom, a lack of infrastructure and clearly defined regulations for CBD, as well as state-level variations and market oversupply, ultimately contributed to a quick retraction.

2024 was a pivotal year for the US hemp industry, as the hemp-related provisions of the 2018 Farm Bill — originally set to expire in September 2023, but extended to December 31, 2024 — created an urgent need to address critical issues like THC limits and the regulation of novel hemp-derived cannabinoids. A major point of contention was the proposed shift from defining hemp based on Delta-9 THC concentration (0.3 percent or less) to “total THC,” which includes THCA.

This change had the potential to significantly impact farmers and processors, as many hemp varieties that are compliant under the Delta-9 THC rule could exceed the 0.3 percent limit when THCA is included.

Various bills and amendments were proposed in 2024 as part of the Farm Bill discussions, each with different approaches to regulating hemp. Separate regulatory frameworks for industrial hemp and hemp grown for cannabinoids were suggested, and many states took their own action, leading to a patchwork of regulations and even outright bans.

Despite challenges, data from the US Department of Agriculture suggests signs of recovery.

The department's annual National Hemp Report from 2024 points to an 18 percent increase in industrial hemp production value between 2022 and 2023, with output growth seen in specific sectors like floral (18 percent), fiber (133 percent) and seed hemp (414 percent). The 2025 report from the Department of Agriculture indicates further expansion, with notable increases observed in both acreage (up 64 percent from 2023) and value (46 percent).

The 2024 Farm Bill ultimately did not pass, and right now the hemp industry is operating under a temporary extension of the 2018 Farm Bill under the American Relief Act of 2025, signed into law on December 21, 2024.

The 2018 Farm Bill is now set to expire on September 30, 2025.

While analysts for Markets and Markets project that the North American hemp industry will grow at a CAGR of 22.4 percent and ultimately reach a valuation of US$30.24 billion by 2029, the future of the industry will be heavily influenced by the outcome of the ongoing Farm Bill discussions.

US cannabis legalization remains stalled

Although there is clear demand for cannabis products, the now-defunct rescheduling process in the US is likely to continue casting a shadow of uncertainty over the industry's long-term trajectory.

Legal and procedural delays, including allegations of improper conduct and bias within the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), led to hearing cancellations, and the new administration of US President Donald Trump has brought leadership changes to key agencies like the DEA and the Department of Justice.

Terry Cole, who Trump nominated to be DEA administrator on February 11, has a history of opposing cannabis legalization in the country. Similarly, Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick to lead the justice department, staunchly opposed a movement to legalize medical cannabis during her tenure as Florida’s attorney general.

While there have been bipartisan efforts in Congress to end federal cannabis prohibition and establish regulations for eventual legalization, the DEA’s actions and statements indicate a potential stall or reversal of progress.

In addition to that, new research is adding complexity to the debate.

A study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry this past March highlights an association between the use of high-potency cannabis strains and increased risks of psychosis, a factor that may not have been fully considered by the Department of Health and Human Services. As stronger cannabis strains become more widely available, a reassessment of their potential health risks may be required.

Investor takeaway

While the cannabis industry holds promise for growth and innovation, investors must remain acutely aware of the regulatory uncertainties and market volatility that will undoubtedly shape its trajectory in the years to come.

Don’t forget to follow us @INN_Cannabis for real-time news updates!

Securities Disclosure: I, Meagen Seatter, hold no direct investment interest in any company mentioned in this article.

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ASX Cannabis Stocks: 10 Biggest Companies

While Australia has yet to legalise all forms of cannabis, the country is a growing medical cannabis and hemp market, with many companies manufacturing, researching and exporting the plant-based product.

Medical cannabis was federally legalised in 2016, and the export of cannabis from Australia was legalised in 2018. As for recreational use, the only state to legalise recreational use and possession so far is the Australian Capital Territory, which did so in 2020, but it did not establish a regulated recreational cannabis market.

The country's medical cannabis market has been steadily expanding in size and scope. A Penington Institute report shows that Australians spent approximately AU$400 million on medicinal cannabis in the first half of 2024, 72 percent higher than the AU$234 million they spent over the entirety of 2022.

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Cannabis Round-Up: Rescheduling Faces New Roadblocks, SAFER Banking Act Gets Another Look

February 2025 was characterized by an evolving legislative landscape and important financial updates from major players.

These developments underscore the complex and dynamic nature of the sector as it continues to navigate legal, financial, and regulatory challenges while experiencing ongoing growth and evolution.

Discussions around cannabis rescheduling, changes in federal agency leadership, state-level legalization efforts, and financial reports from key companies all contributed to a month of notable activity in the cannabis space.

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Cannabis Round-Up: Banking Reform and Rescheduling De-Prioritized as Trump Takes Office

As a new year began, the cannabis industry saw a range of impactful events in January.

Legal obstacles continued to impede progress on a once-promising attempt to reschedule cannabis in the US, and President Donald Trump's leadership choices for key agencies are diminishing hopes it can be accomplished.

Meanwhile, cannabis banking reform won't be discussed at Wednesday's (February 5) meeting of the Standing Senate Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy, and Congress seems in no rush to address it.

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