How illegal dispensaries are a threat to the legal cannabis industry
The booming business of cannabis is what many investors are calling the new gold rush. But with those potential riches comes this reality: there’s a much bigger boom in the…
Aurora Cannabis chair talks Peltz appointment and the future of the cannabis industry
Canadian cannabis company Aurora announced that it has appointed hedge fund billionaire Nelson Peltz as a strategic advisor. Aurora Cannabis Executive Chairman Michael Singer joins “Squawk Box” to discuss the…
Here’s what’s driving the cannabis sector going forward
Canopy Growth co-CEO Bruce Linton was ousted from the company on Wednesday, which led the stock to dip on the news but rally within a few hours. Sam Masucci, CEO…
Here are the challenges the cannabis industry faces in accessing the US banking system
The Senate Banking Committee will hold its first hearing on the challenges facing cannabis and banking. Jaret Seiberg, managing director at Cowen, joins “Squawk Box” to discuss.
The organization ‘Smart Approaches to Marijuana’ wants America to rethink legalizing cannabis
Kevin Sabet, president and CEO of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, an organization leading the lobbying effort against legalization of the drug, joins “Squawk Box” to explain why his organization is…
What to expect in 2020 cannabis sector after 2019 struggles
The legal marijuana industry is going through an epic shakeout. “This is 2008 for the cannabis industry,” said Kevin Murphy, chairman and CEO of Acreage Holdings. He also compares it…
Hexo needs strategic options to compete in cannabis industry: Activist investor
Activist investor and Riposte Managing Partner Khaled Beydoun explains why he believes Canadian cannabis company Hexo can go higher.
Former House Speaker on changing his mind on cannabis industry
Former Speaker of the House John Boehner explains his evolution of thinking about the cannabis industry. For access to live and exclusive video from CNBC subscribe to CNBC PRO: Subscribe…
Potential new regulations could reshape the U.S. cannabis market in 2022
CNBC’s Frank Holland delivers the 2022 Playbook on the cannabis market, as the industry launches new products and Wall Street awaits the passage of new laws. For access to live…
Cannabis bars on the rise as recreational use is legalized
CNBC’s Frank Holland joins ‘Squawk Box’ to report on the growing market for cannabis bars and lounges as recreational cannabis use is legalized. Sign up and learn more about the…