Tag: Legal Cannabis

Virginia Is Going Legal - Here's How To Play It

Posted on by Michael Vodicka

Virginia just voted to legalize recreational cannabis, making it the first southern state to go legal. This is another big step forward for the U.S. cannabis industry and another big win for cannabis investors.

I’m going to reveal one company, valued at $1 billion and growing quickly, that could be the best investment play on Virginia’s big legalization move.

Why Virginia and Why Now?

Virginia is the 16th U.S. state to legalize recreational cannabis. Here are some more details from mjbizdaily.com.

Virginia lawmakers on Saturday narrowly approved compromise legislation legalizing a commercial recreational marijuana program that could generate nearly $1.5 billion in annual sales within five years of the scheduled Jan. 1, 2024, start. Virginia would become the country’s 16th state and the first in the South to legalize adult-use marijuana as soon as Gov. Ralph Northam signs the bill, as he is expected to do.

Virginia going legal is important for two reasons: Continue reading "Virginia Is Going Legal - Here's How To Play It" →

The North American Marijuana Stock Index Is Up More Than 130% In The Last Six Weeks

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Analysis originally distributed on November 1, 2016 By: Michael Vodicka of Cannabis Stock Trades

Cannabis stocks are red hot.

The MJIC North American Marijuana Stock Index is up more than 130% in the last six weeks. Take a look below.

Chart of The MJIC North American Marijuana Stock Index

In the meantime, the S&P 500 is up 5% on the year.

I’m not trying to dis the S&P 500. These are the best companies in the world and that’s actually a respectable performance.

But for investors looking for growth, the question has been answered. Yes. Cannabis stocks are the place to be in 2016. Continue reading "The North American Marijuana Stock Index Is Up More Than 130% In The Last Six Weeks" →

Should The Liquor Industry Be Worried About Legal Cannabis?

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By: Luke Jacobi

Marijuana legalization may already be putting pressure on alcohol companies.

The maker of Jack Daniels, Brown-Forman (NYSE: BF-A) (NYSE:BF-B), released its annual report on Thursday, which included a laundry list of risks -- among them, recreational marijuana.

"Consumer preferences and purchases may shift due to a host of factors, many of which are difficult to predict," it noted, "including… the potential legalization of marijuana use on a more widespread basis within the United States."

Recreational marijuana use is currently permitted in Colorado and Washington, while at least 22 states have legalized cannabis for medical use.

Related: Cannabis Investors Preparing For Industry Data From WeedStock

Cannabis stock specialist Alan Brochstein believes alcohol firms have reason to worry.

"Big Alcohol is watching marijuana legalization closely," he told Benzinga, "and its very likely that these companies are highly concerned. Cannabis legalization is likely to lead to a substitution effect." Continue reading "Should The Liquor Industry Be Worried About Legal Cannabis?" →