EXCLUSIVE: Canopy Growth, SNDL, Village Farms Could Capture US Cannabis Market Opportunity
Portfolio Pulse from Adam Eckert
The Senate Banking Committee approved the Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act, which would allow cannabis businesses access to banks. This development was discussed at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. Representatives from Canopy Growth Corp (CGC), SNDL Inc (SNDL), and Village Farms International Inc (VFF) spoke about the challenges and opportunities in the cannabis industry, including regulatory hurdles and the potential for partnerships and specialization.
September 27, 2023 | 9:11 pm
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Canopy Growth Corp's CEO David Klein discussed the company's presence in the U.S. and the potential for growth if regulatory hurdles are removed. The company's U.S. businesses are already profitable.
The approval of the SAFER Banking Act could potentially remove significant regulatory hurdles for Canopy Growth Corp, allowing it to openly discuss and expand its already profitable U.S. businesses. This could have a positive impact on the company's stock in the short term.
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SNDL Inc's CEO Zach George highlighted the importance of a strong retail presence for cannabis companies. SNDL has 170 locations in Canada and 196 dispensaries in the U.S.
The approval of the SAFER Banking Act could potentially benefit SNDL Inc by providing easier access to banking services, which could support its retail expansion efforts. This could have a positive impact on the company's stock in the short term.
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Village Farms International Inc's executive vice president of corporate affairs, Ann Gillin Lefever, discussed the challenges faced by cannabis companies due to current federal regulations.
The approval of the SAFER Banking Act could potentially alleviate some of the regulatory challenges faced by Village Farms International Inc, potentially allowing it to expand its operations. This could have a positive impact on the company's stock in the short term.
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