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France: online retailer status, Q1 2023
31st March 2023 - Market data |
This tracker looks at the current status of France’s online CBD market, including data relating to the top online retailers engaging with CBD products in the country
Marketing and retailing
Tobacco giant Altria considers cannabis for its non-nicotine product offering
31st March 2023 - News analysis |
Altria is considering including cannabis as well as caffeine pouches in its offering of non-nicotine products as part of its growth strategy
Canada: online retailer status, Q1 2023
30th March 2023 - Market data |
This tracker looks at the current status of Canada’s online CBD market, including data relating to the top online retailers engaging with CBD products in the country
Austria: online retailer status, Q1 2023
30th March 2023 - Market data |
This tracker looks at the current status of Austria’s online CBD market, including data relating to the top online retailers engaging with CBD products in the country
Cannabrew launches in UK supermarket Ocado, with US expansion in mind
27th March 2023 - News analysis |
Lancaster-based CBD beer company Cannabrew’s range of products are now available at UK supermarket Ocado, in a deal nearly two years in the making
CannIntelligence’s Coffee & Cannabis event – presentation slides
27th March 2023 - News analysis |
CannIntelligence held a private event for industry stakeholders on 10th March 2023 to present market and regulatory data and to open discussion on pressing issues in the sector
US vape store survey, 2022 – IHDC and CBD product diversification
20th March 2023 - Market reports |
This report analyses the trends and changes in the US vape store channel concerning CBD and intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids (IHDCs)
CBD and IHDC online retailer database
17th March 2023 - Market data |
CannIntelligence’s online retailer database provides information on the CBD and intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoid (IHDC) industries.
Spannabis: a celebration of the cannabis sector despite lingering uncertainties
14th March 2023 - Blogs |
Business representatives and scientists from across the globe gathered in Barcelona last week for a series of international events dedicated to the world of legal cannabis
Trulieve ends 2022 with over $1bn in revenue, 25 new dispensaries in the US
13th March 2023 - News analysis |
US cannabis company Trulieve surpassed $1bn in revenue last year, it announced during the release of its 2022 fourth-quarter and full-year results
Cronos sees losses down, net revenue up due to higher sales in Canada and Israel
9th March 2023 - News analysis |
Canadian cannabis producer Cronos Group saw overall reduced losses for the year, with results helped by sales growth in Canada and Israel but hindered by lower sales in the US
Podcast: Fighting the Kanavape legal battle – what was it like and what challenges is the EU CBD industry still facing?
7th March 2023 - Podcasts |
Kanavape founder Sebastien Beguerie talks with CannIntelligence podcast host Tiziana Cauli about his judicial battle leading to a crucial European Court of Justice ruling which established CBD legal status across Europe
Cold-pressed CBD in the UK – exploiting an apparent loophole in novel food rules
22nd February 2023 - News analysis |
Cold-pressed hemp oils appear to provide a way for CBD producers to circumvent UK rules on novel foods – but while some are all in favour, others see dangers and shortcomings
Twitter announces changes to its cannabis ad policy, but what’s changed?
17th February 2023 - News analysis |
Twitter’s recently announced “change” in the social media platform’s policy to allow cannabis advertisements in the US is full of sound but signifies nothing
CBD brands apply for certification as Google lifts ads ban in some parts of US
10th February 2023 - News analysis |
Cannabis companies are looking to get Google certification as part of the tech giant’s update on the use of Google Ads for CBD products in parts of the US
CBD markets database Q4 2022
8th February 2023 - Market data |
This comprehensive CBD markets database is a one-stop source for market sizes, forecasts and product-specific analyses, covering Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, the UK and the US
Mexican CBD retailer sets itself up as market leader ahead of regulations
3rd February 2023 - News analysis |
Mexican CBD shop Paradise says it has placed itself in prime position for the creation of a legal recreational cannabis market in the country
Japan CBD insights dashboard, Q3 2022
24th January 2023 - Market data |
This interactive dashboard provides a detailed look at the current CBD market in Japan, including information about product formats, pricing and brands
Netherlands CBD insights dashboard, Q3 2022
23rd January 2023 - Market data |
This interactive dashboard provides a detailed look at the current CBD market in the Netherlands, including information about product formats, pricing and brands
US CBD insights dashboard, Q3 2022
23rd January 2023 - Market data |
This interactive dashboard provides a detailed look at the current CBD market in the United States, including information about product formats, pricing and brands
Aussie approval puts Chanelle McCoy on the way toward OTC sleeping aid sales
19th January 2023 - News analysis |
CBD company Chanelle McCoy Health has received approval to start a trial which may allow it to sell its CBD sleeping aid as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug in Australian pharmacies
France CBD insights dashboard, Q3 2022
19th January 2023 - Market data |
This interactive dashboard provides a detailed look at the current CBD market in France, including information about product formats, pricing and brands
UK CBD insights dashboard, Q3 2022
17th January 2023 - Market data |
This interactive dashboard provides a detailed look at the current CBD market in the UK, including information about product formats, pricing and brands
French court overturns government ban on hemp flowers, shops can sell again
16th January 2023 - News analysis |
The French Council of State has definitively ruled that a 2021 government decree banning hemp flowers is illegal and must be annulled. This major decision fully authorises French shops to sell CBD products, including flowers, without any fear of punishment for working outside the law
Germany CBD insights dashboard, Q3 2022
13th January 2023 - Market data |
This interactive dashboard provides a detailed look at the current CBD market in Germany, including information about product formats, pricing and brands
Japan cannabinoid conference-goers look forward to future with legal reforms
9th January 2023 - News analysis |
There are high hopes for the Japanese cannabinoid sector ahead of the legal reforms expected later this year, according to speakers at the CBD Journey Vol. 4 and CannaCon 2022 event and conference held at the end of 2022
Germany: CBD and cannabis snapshot
15th December 2022 - Market reports , Regulatory reports |
This snapshot of Germany’s CBD and cannabis sector covers both the regulatory framework for CBD as well as cannabis (recreational and medical) and offers an overview of the market, online retailers and consumer preferences
Spain: CBD and cannabis snapshot
14th December 2022 - Market reports , Regulatory reports |
This snapshot of Spain’s CBD and cannabis sector covers both the regulatory framework for CBD as well as cannabis (recreational and medical) and offers an overview of the market, online retailers and consumer preferences
Canopy Growth restructures from the top to focus on ‘areas of greatest opportunity’
7th December 2022 - News analysis |
One of Canada’s largest cannabis companies has announced plans to restructure in a bid to achieve profitability and set the stage for expansion into the US market
Tobacco giant invests $57m as Charlotte’s Web continues to spin its net wider
1st December 2022 - News analysis |
British American Tobacco (BAT) has invested nearly $57m in Charlotte’s Web, as the Colorado, US-based CBD maker keeps broadening the spectrum of its partnerships
Netherlands: CBD and cannabis snapshot
30th November 2022 - Market reports , Regulatory reports |
This snapshot of the Netherland’s CBD and cannabis sector covers both the regulatory framework for CBD as well as cannabis (recreational and medical) and offers an overview of the market, online retailers and consumer preferences
France: CBD and cannabis snapshot
29th November 2022 - Market reports , Regulatory reports |
This snapshot of France’s CBD and cannabis sector covers both the regulatory framework for CBD as well as cannabis (recreational and medical) and offers an overview of the market, online retailers and consumer preferences
Re-election of Florida governor DeSantis could hit Green Thumb’s Circle K deal
24th November 2022 - Blogs |
The re-election of Florida’s Republican governor Ron DeSantis raises doubts over a deal between the convenience and fuel retailer Circle-K and Green Thumb Industries to roll out a series of small medical cannabis dispensaries
UK FSA novel food process can succeed with ‘supportive and sensible approach’
21st November 2022 - News analysis |
A cannabis regulation lawyer believes the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the CBD sector have invested so much time, effort and money in the novel food process that it cannot be allowed to fail
US Major League Baseball makes deal with CBD company Charlotte’s Web
18th November 2022 - News analysis |
In an exclusive partnership with Charlotte’s Web, Major League Baseball (MLB) has become the first of the major US sports leagues to sign a deal with a cannabinoid company
CannIntelligence meets the stars at the World CBD awards in Barcelona
16th November 2022 - Blogs |
CannIntelligence was among the participants at the recent World CBD Awards show in Barcelona. Check out our red carpet video for a fuller flavour of what happened on the night
Amazon cannabinoid prohibition policy not strictly enforced on UK, US sites
28th October 2022 - News analysis |
Amazon still seems to be laissez-faire about enforcement of ingestible hemp-derived cannabinoid products that appear on its site – and in particular those containing intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids (IHDCs)
UK standards authority challenges CBD product marketing disguised as content
28th October 2022 - News analysis |
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has taken action on CBD product marketing, targeting a series of advertorials produced by Consumer Logic Research specifically promoting two brands
Canadian cannabis industry lobbies to reduce taxes to save companies
24th October 2022 - News analysis |
Canada’s cannabis industry has launched a lobbying blitz, warning that the federal government must act quickly to reduce excise duties and fees on the industry or risk many Canadian cannabis companies going out of business
Smoke/head shops have highest stocking rate of delta-8 products in the US
3rd October 2022 - News analysis |
Unlicensed offline retailers selling IHDC products fall mainly into three categories: smoke shops, vape stores and fuel stations. IHDC product sales outside of these niche retailers have yet to be identified
Croatian cannabis and hemp business owners feel the ‘unfair’ weight of the law
30th September 2022 - News analysis |
A Croatian hemp producer is challenging the interpretation used by law enforcement to oppose the sale of hemp flower in the country
Intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids: the US market
30th September 2022 - Market reports |
This market reports offers a detailed overview of the current market for intoxication hemp-derived cannabinoids in the US, covering all aspects of the market from sizing, consumers and retailers, to brands and formats
French hemp industry trade association wants consortium to fill EFSA’s data gap
21st September 2022 - News analysis |
A French hemp trade association believes the consortium approach applied in the initial European novel food application process could again be the solution to the requests for extra data that have stalled assessments
UK startup secures $12m to Trip further into US ‘next generation wellness’
13th September 2022 - News analysis |
UK CBD brand Trip has secured a $12m investment to further its growth in the US and other global markets
Uruguay: CBD and cannabis regulation, August 2022
30th August 2022 - Regulatory reports |
This report provides a detailed overview of the regulatory framework in place in Uruguay for hemp, cannabis and CBD
Oral oils and tinctures are the top product format in Germany
17th August 2022 - Regulatory reports |
A wide variety of CBD products and formats can be found in Germany for consumers. The survey identified eight different categories for consumption among the respondents
Survey suggests younger generations are more aware of CBD in Germany
4th August 2022 - Regulatory reports |
According to the our survey, younger generations (Millennials and Generation Z) are slightly more aware of CBD than older generations (Baby Boomers and Generation X)
Germany: the CBD market – consumer survey report, August 2022
3rd August 2022 - Market reports |
This market report discusses the findings from our July 2022 Germany consumer survey, covering the CBD market
CBD edible oils dominate the UK’s novel food product applications
6th July 2022 - Market reports |
On 31st March 2022, exactly one year after the novel food application deadline for CBD food products in the UK, the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) published a list of around 3,500 CBD food products whose applications for novel food status have been validated or still await validation
