Jesse Redmond

Jesse Redmond, head of cannabis research at Water Tower Research, shared his perspective during his recent participation at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, emphasizing the strategic shift many cannabis companies are making toward efficiency. Redmond explained that this year has marked...

Finding a balance between getting more scale, but still being productive and having high margins in the current landscape in the cannabis industry, is a "daily challenge." That's according to Charlie Bachtell, CEO and co-founder of Cresco Labs Inc (OTCQX:CRLBF), a company running over 70 cannabis...

For the first time in U.S. history, the number of people consuming cannabis daily or almost daily has overtaken those who drink alcohol with the same frequency, according to a new study published in the journal Society for the Study of Addiction. This landmark shift has substantial implications...

Being locked up in prison for cannabis "has to end," said Kyle Kazan, Glass House Brands Inc.‘s (CBOE CA: GLAS.A.U) (CBOE CA: GLAS.WT.U) (OTCQX:GLASF) (OTCQX:GHBWF) CEO and chairman, who stressed that many people are still sitting in federal prison, "living in cages" for a plant. Kazan urged...

In the latest report from Water Tower Research (WTR) published Monday, seasoned industry analyst Jesse Redmond provides a comprehensive overview of the most recent investment trends and legal shifts in the cannabis sector.  Redmond’s analysis will doubtless trigger conversation at the...

In a recent episode of a podcast hosted by Jesse Redmond, managing director at Water Tower Research, TerrAscend Corp (OTCQX:TSNDF) executives, Jason Wild and Ziad Ghanem delved into the company’s fourth-quarter and full-year financial achievements for 2023. The conversation provided a glimpse...

In a recent episode of The Water Tower Hour podcast, Benzinga's Elliot Lane illuminated the diverse and dynamic California cannabis industry with insights from the company’s inaugural regional event held in Los Angeles on February 22.  Hosted by Water Tower Research’s Tim Regan and...

Get ready to experience the ultimate cannabis industry event in the heart of Southern California! Benzinga Cannabis Conferences are coming back with a bang. Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 22, 2024, as Culver City’s BioScience LA is all set to transform into the venue for the ...

In a recent report from Water Tower Research, authored by analyst Jesse Redmond, the cannabis industry's current landscape paints an interesting, if optimistic, picture. Impressive Gains In Cannabis Market Since the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) hinted at potential...

In early 2024, the screens of cannabis investors lit up with a promising green glow, which signals stock prices going up and a bullish surge in cannabis stocks. Water Tower Research (WTR) captures this momentum in its latest report, offering a concise overview of the significant gains and...

The landscape of cannabis stocks is undergoing a significant shift, with recent weeks marking a robust uptick in market performance. This surge is largely attributed to major investments from industry giants and notable company achievements, painting a promising picture for cannabis stock investors...

At a time when marijuana businesses are hoping for cannabis reform on the federal level, one company is no longer at the mercy of policymakers on the Hill. "We're independent of the need for federal reform or tax relief or anything like that," Jason Wild, chairman of TerrAscend Corp....

After much anticipation and encouraging remarks from members of the Senate Banking Committee like Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), cannabis banking will not come to a vote next week.  Though Senators from both sides of the aisle indicated...