When California legalized recreational marijuana in 2016 (through Proposition 64), the goal was to bring illegal growers into a safe and regulated market. This was also supposed to help protect our lands and water from the damage caused by the illegal marijuana industry. However, instead of small growers becoming legal, the market is now mostly…
The Inevitable Decline in Profit Margins for Cannabis Businesses The cannabis industry in the United States has seen unprecedented growth in recent years, thanks to a wave of state-level legalization. However, there’s a harsh reality lurking beneath the surface of this green rush that many entrepreneurs and investors may not fully comprehend. Cannabis businesses that…
“So, I am one of those monkeys in the trees that scream and shout when I see danger. If you don’t know what I’m referring to, read this. On every trip to the grocery store, I find myself shocked at the total bill, and I keep looking through the receipt to find that one item…
Majority of Fast Food The most common response from consumers was, “A “value meal” at McDonalds now costs just as much as a meal at a lot of sit down restaurants like Applebee’s. It’s insane.” Fast food prices have risen due to a variety of factors. The recent pandemic caused disruptions in the food supply…
The following brands all have one thing in common, they did something that someone in the company thought was a good idea to increase revenue, instead they alienated their user base and paid the price. The lesson is know your customer before making decisions or you may not have one to serve.
Investment banks and hedge funds, traditionally known for their strategic financial maneuvers, are now venturing into a new asset class: land that is currently above sea level but is predicted to become oceanfront property due to rising sea levels. The science is unequivocal: sea levels are on the rise. This data has prompted investment banks…
In a twist that could rival a Wall Street thriller, federal prosecutors have accused Anthony Viggiano, a former employee of the financial giants Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Blackstone Inc., of securities fraud. The plot thickens as Viggiano is alleged to have tipped off two friends about over six deals he was privy to during…
The issue of fires caused by homeless encampments in the United States has been a growing concern in recent years. These fires, often started by cooking or heating equipment, can quickly spread to nearby structures and vegetation, causing significant property damage and posing a serious threat to public safety. In Los Angeles alone, the Fire…
