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PHI Group, Inc. (OTCMKTS: PHIL) Running Northbound as M&A Player to Acquire 51% Equity Ownership in Van Phat Dat Export Joint Stock Company

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PHI Group, Inc. (OTCMKTS: PHIL) has been on the move northbound since the Company reported its subsidiary Philux Global Trade Inc has signed an agreement to acquire 51% of Vietnam-based Van Phat Dat Export Joint Stock Company (“VPD”).  The closing of this transaction is scheduled to occur by October 15, 2022, unless extended by both parties. Philux Global Trade Inc will hold the 51% equity ownership in VPD and plans to file a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission to become a fully reporting public company in the United States. Van Phat Dat Export Joint Stock Company is primarily engaged in the export of agricultural and forestry products, raw materials and live animals. VPD’s revenues were approximately $40 million during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, with a net profit of $377,000. Philux Global Group Inc. has identified other targets in the same industry and intends to use Philux Global Trade Inc. as a platform to acquire them in a roll-up strategy to pull resources together, cut down on operational costs, and increase revenues. For more on this go here. 

We have been covering M&A player PHIL for a while now as they focus building out the world class Asia Diamond Exchange project (“ADE”) in Vietnam. The stock has a history of big moves skyrocketing from current levels to just under $0.02 per share in summer 2021. The Company is currently involved in a number of acquisitions several of which include KOTA Energy Group LLC and KOTA Construction LLC deals for $64 million and the $100 million acquisition of Five Grain Treasure Spirits Co., PHIL recently launched the C02 token on DigiFinex with a weekly volume of more than US$ 25 million at tone point. Also, recently the Company’s subsidiary, Empire Spirits, Inc., launched the first U.S. distilled USDA organic baijiu, a joint venture with Five-Grain Treasure Spirits Co., Ltd., to produce ultra-premium organic baijiu spirits to be distilled in the United States. PHIL has a large international following that could be a huge benefit as the stock is on the move again. PHIL is showing a lot of strength here holding the gains it made on August 22 very well and certainly looks like another leg up may be coming.

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PHI Group, Inc. (OTCMKTS: PHIL) is a diversified holding company currently sponsoring PHILUX Global Funds (a group of Luxembourg bank funds), developing the Asia Diamond Exchange project (“ADE”) in Vietnam, engaging in mergers and acquisitions and investing in special situations (www.co2-1-0.io) subsidiaries include (i) PHILUX Capital Advisors, Inc., a Wyoming company specializing in mergers and acquisitions and international capital markets, and (ii) PHILUX Global Funds, a Luxembourg Reserved Alternative Investment Fund, with various sub-funds designed for investment in real estate, blockchain and crypto technologies, agriculture, healthcare, and energy, etc. For more on the Asia diamond exchange read our previous articles on PHIL. 

Earlier this year, PHI Group entered into a Business Cooperation Agreement with Siennalyn Gold Mining Corporation, a Philippine company with principal address at 19 Quezon Street, Del Rey Ville 1, Baesa, Quezon City, Philippines (“SGMC”), represented by Ms. Fe Melchora B. Alam, its Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, in order to cooperate with other to finance, develop, mine and process the mineral assets under the Mineral Production Sharing Agreement (MPSA) denominated as 076-97-IX granted by the Philippine Government through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) – Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) to Siennalyn Gold Mining Corporation, which covers 4,116 hectares contract area situated in the Municipalities of RT Lim, Ipil and Tinay of the Province of Zamboanga Sibugay, Republic of Philippines. Gold – It has been delineated and estimated that approximately 500,000 ounces of gold deposits exist in the SGMC MPSA area, particularly in the Sto. Rosario prospect and Nanao prospect of the area.  The property also has significant copper reserves based on the Technical Report (NI-43-101) prepared by Geologist Gregorio S. Hutalle, Jr.

Also, in February PHIL signed a LOI with KOTA Energy Group LLC and KOTA Construction LLC dated December 08, 2021 to acquire 50.1% of the equity interest of each of these companies which equity interest shall be common equity with economic rights pari-passu with that held by the founders of Sellers. 

KOTA provides solutions for solar energy to residential and commercial customers, with unique competitive advantages. Separated into two separate and unique companies, KOTA Energy Group (KEG) serves as the sales engine with some of the industry’s top talent in sales. KEG, as one of the fastest growing companies in solar, sold over 10 Megawatts in 2021 bringing in over $12M in revenue. KOTA Construction (KC) is a premier installer with one of the best reputations in the industry for quality and service. KC as the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) side of KOTA has over $50M in contracts and 14 Megawatts under management from 2021. KOTA prioritizes itself to have the best employee and customer experience possible, through its high standard of installation quality, its industry leading technology platforms, which enable increased sales volume, while maintaining fast, and transparent project timelines. Its strategic partnerships with key players in the solar industry have increased margins, while delivering top tier products to customers without sacrificing quality. KOTA’s guiding core values of “Become, Create, Give” have been the driving factor in decision making that have led it to become the most highly sought-after solar company to work with in the solar industry. Website for KOTA: https://www.kotasolar.com. 

In April the Company’s subsidiary, Empire Spirits, Inc., launched the first U.S. distilled USDA organic baijiu, a joint venture with Five-Grain Treasure Spirits Co., Ltd., a company with over one hundred years of tradition in Jilin Province, China. The product will mark the first in a series of ultra-premium organic baijiu spirits to be distilled in the United States. Baijiu, a white spirit distilled from sorghum, similar to vodka but with a fragrant aroma and taste, is the world’s most consumed spirit that boasts sales of over USD 83 billion. Priced up to 10X that of a similarly aged Scotch Whiskey, baijiu is considered the king of all spirits. 

Empire Spirits, in cooperation with Five Grain Treasure Spirits Co., plans to use the finest, organically grown sorghum from Kansas and distill the product in California. The baijiu will then be shipped to China, where it will mature in our underground warehouses. In China, where over 90% of baijiu is consumed, there has been a concern in recent times of the safety of Chinese-made foods, particularly consumables. The Chinese have long realized their land, air and water are badly tainted. As Chinese consumers look increasingly to international goods, organic baijiu is one of the products that will fill a large void. 

PHIL has also signed and LOI to acquire a seventy percent (70%) ownership in Five-Grain Treasure Spirits Co., Ltd., a company with over one hundred years of tradition in Jilin Province, China, for a total purchase price of one hundred million U.S. dollars (USD 100,000,000), to be paid primarily in three tranches. The Closing of this transaction is scheduled to occur upon the payment of the final tranche on September 18, 2022. 

CO2-1-0 (CARBON) CORP., a subsidiary of PHI Group, Inc, PHIL, aims to provide a solution to the disruptive new carbon market (voluntary and compliance market) using blockchain-crypto technology, Internet of Things (IoT), and Six Sigma (6σ) methodology, which will empower the real environmentally sustainable projects (renewable energy, energy savings, heat recovery, industrial waste, agriculture, forestry, and many other new technologies), which projects have started in the USA, Vietnam, Indonesia, other ASEAN countries, and worldwide. It has a clear and systematic product development roadmap and the ultimate milestones of the products. The solution, methodology, and improved TACCC (transparent, accurate, consistent, complete, and comparable) business process originally introduced by CO2-1-0 (CARBON) will bring full impact to better environment and life of millions. 

CARBON (CO2) is the most environmentally sustainable crypto on earth, developed under BEP-20 (BSC Mainnet) and has passed the CertiK audit, which is the #1 security audit for blockchain protocols, wallets, DApps, and smart contracts. CO2-1-0 (CARBON) CORP. is based in Wyoming, USA, with a fast-growing community named “Carbonian” all over the world. CO2 tokens currently traded at DigiFinex: http://digifinex.com/en-ww/trade/USDT/CO2 C02 launched on DigiFinex with a weekly volume of more than US$ 25 million and and initially traded as high as US$ 0.52/ token but has dropped to $0.125 where it is forming a new base for now. CO2-1-0 (CARBON) CORP., also recently appointed Mrs. TitaThy Nguyen, Chairman of Vietnam World Energy Council, as the new Executive Member of Advisory Board. 

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Earlier this year AZ Holdings Investment Joint Stock Company signed an agreement with PHIL to participate in a PHILUX Global Subfund focused on real estate and infrastructure development and in the establishment of the buildings, facilities and amenities necessary for the operations of the Asia Diamond Exchange in Vietnam. AZ Holdings Investment will initially contribute capitqal in exchange for a portion of ownership in this Subfund.  As for the development and establishment of the Asia Diamond Exchange, which will include lab-grown, rough and polished diamond trading centers as well as ancillary support facilities, both parties will continue to negotiate and finalize definitive contractual details regarding specific responsibilities. 

PHIL also formed an agreement with Danang Rubber Joint Stock Company (DRC) (https://drctire.com/) and Tin Thanh Group (TTG) (https://tinthanhgroup.vn/en/) to cooperate in increasing DRC’s tire production and executing an innovative sales and marketing program targeting annual revenues of 5.5 billion dollars by 2025. The DRC-TTG truck tire leasing service program with complete multi-function and insurance package will provide Smart tires with mounted chips to track and manage journey using clean and renewable energy thus also benefiting the environment and provding savings of 10-20% compared to buying tires  

Tin Thanh Group is a pioneer conglomerate with decades of experience in providing renewable energy and reducing global emissions covering the following fields: Environment, Energy, and Closed Circular Agro-Industrial Energy. It is supplying energy from renewable fuels to more than 40 industrial plants in Vietnam and around the world. The company specializes in sustainable development of closed circular agro-industrial energy by growing sorghum crops in order to create a clean energy source and reduce global emissions.  

To further this agreement PHIL and Tin Thanh Group (TTG) established a new subsidiary Philux Fidelity Global Group (“PFGG”) as the parent company to carry out the scope of business cooperation and joint venture. According to the Business Cooperation Agreement signed by Tin Thanh Group and PHI Group Inc. on May 20, 2022, both companies will jointly cooperate in the following fields: 

  • Global business development for leasing of smart truck tires under the DRC-TTG brand by Tin Thanh Group by using digital technology. 
  • Development of hi-tech agro-industrial projects for closed circular energy from sorghum crops (energy – agriculture – environment). 
  • Development of renewable energy projects from domestic and industrial wastes (from both currently generated wastes and previous landfills that have been buried underground for many years) by using Tin Thanh Group’s exclusive proprietary technology. 
  • Development of global renewable energy projects from discarded tires using Tin Thanh Group’s exclusive proprietary technology. 
  • Construction of low-income housing using areas of previous waste landfills that are cleared by Tin Thanh Group’s exclusive proprietary technology. 
  • Assisting Tin Thanh Group and affiliates to access capital sources and list on major international stock exchanges (such as The Nasdaq Stock Market or New York Stock Exchange). 

Initially, Tin Thanh Group will consolidate the majority of its 40 plants that supply energy from reusable sources to industrial factories in Vietnam and other parts of the world under Philux Fidelity Global Group and take this subsidiary public on the U.S. Nasdaq Stock Market. Alongside, both companies will continue to develop and implement the other projects and programs through this subsidiary. The stock ownership in Philux Fidelity Global Group will be determined by both companies based on fairness and merits. For the first phase of the envisaged consolidation of TTG’s 40 waste-to-energy plants under PFGG, TTG will hold 70% and PHIL will hold 30% of the issued and outstanding stock of PFGG immediately after the combination. As the other projects are added under PFGG, both parties will determine the updated stock ownership structure based on fairness and economic significance of each transaction. 

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]Currently trading at a $54 million market valuation PHIL has 30,273,790,656 shares outstanding, 2,036,720,077 of which are restricted leaving 28,237,070,579 free trading PHIL shares. PHIL is “pink current” and an SEC filer. PHIL is an M&A player in the far east with a number of subsidiaries that has a large number of deals in the works. The stock has a large following of investors and trades $500,000 in dollar volume on a slow day and we have seen this one do over $10 million in dollar volume in a day. Currently trading near its historical lows, the stock has a history of explosive moves running to highs near $0.02 in summer 2021. PHIL is showing a lot of strength here holding the gains it made on August 22 very well and certainly looks like another leg up is coming. We will be updating on PHIL so make sure you Subscribe to Microcapdaily.

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Lucy Scientific Discovery’s (NASDAQ: LSDI) Game-Changing Move: A Closer Look at the High Times Acquisition

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On August 8th, 2023, Lucy Scientific Discovery Inc. (NASDAQ: LSDI), a leading developer in the psychedelic drug industry, witnessed an impressive surge in its stock value, gaining approximately 25% in combined trading, including after-hours (AH) trading. The British Columbia-based company made headlines by announcing its strategic move to acquire intellectual property (IP) from the renowned cannabis publication, High Times Holding Corp. (HHC).

Additional Background:

Under this agreement, Lucy will exchange 20% of its shares and a series of payments for access to HHC’s valuable IP portfolio, which includes the rights to generate licensing and royalty income from renowned brands like High Times, 420.com, and Cannabis Cup, along with their associated domain names.

Lucy’s commitment involves making semi-annual payments to HHC over a five-year period, structured around earnings before income, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) generated through the acquired IP. The flexibility exists for Lucy to fulfill these payments either in cash or through stock issuance and the announcement is generating considerable interest.

Furthermore, post-acquisition, Lucy will grant High Times the opportunity to operate retail outlets and distribute THC products bearing these prestigious brands within the United States. This privilege comes in exchange for an annual license fee of $1 million, set to double to $2 million annually once federal legalization of cannabis occurs in the country.

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Leveraging the brand rights secured from HHC, Lucy aims to bolster its revenue streams by expanding and enhancing its existing 18 licensing agreements, both domestically and internationally. These arrangements encompass a wide array of consumer products and merchandise, promising to further establish Lucy’s presence in the global market. The acquisition is expected to be finalized within the coming two weeks, marking a significant strategic move for Lucy Scientific Discovery Inc.

As a result of the acquisition, High Times is now a publicly-traded entity. Lucy anticipates that this agreement will contribute over $10 million in revenue to its financial results in the upcoming year, along with $5 million in EBITDA.

Adam Levin, the Executive Chairman of HHC, expressed optimism about the deal, noting, “This transaction will create exciting new growth opportunities for the High Times brand, under the leadership of Richard Nanula, a seasoned executive with extensive experience in major consumer brands and global corporations.”

Levin also emphasized High Times’ enthusiasm in becoming a significant shareholder of Lucy Scientific Discovery. Notably, Lucy completed its initial public offering and Nasdaq listing in February, offering 1,875,000 shares at $4.00 each.

Richard Nanula, CEO of the British Columbia-based company, shared his outlook on the acquisition, stating, “Lucy expects this acquisition to rapidly generate high-margin revenue within the global cannabis sector.”

In recent developments, Lucy introduced the sleep aid product “Twilight,” which includes amanita muscaria and reishi mushrooms. Additionally, the company joined forces with Wesana Health Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: WSNAF) in March to collaborate on the development of the CBD and psilocybin-based drug SANA-013, targeting conditions such as migraines, cluster headaches, and major depressive disorder.

High Times, founded in 1974, has a rich history, featuring works by renowned writers like Truman Capote and Hunter S. Thompson. Since 1988, its Cannabis Cup has stood as the most prestigious cannabis competition globally, with notable judges including Snoop Dogg, Joe Rogan, Tommy Chong, and other prominent figures in the cannabis industry.

While Lucy’s shares showed a nearly 16% increase to reach $0.68 on the Nasdaq exchange on Friday, it is worth noting that they have experienced a decline of over 77% over the past year.

Macro Trend:

In recent times, our articles have prominently featured cannabis-related topics, reflecting the growing popularity of stocks in this sector. LSDI’s acquisition aligns perfectly with the current climate, as the cannabis industry experiences a significant surge, coinciding with the Health and Human Services (HHS) exploring the possibility of reclassifying cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act.

While many countries around the world have already moved towards decriminalization and legalization, the United States has been relatively cautious in its approach. However, the consideration of such a reclassification represents a potential historic turning point. If such a change were to materialize, it would mark a substantial shift in the regulatory landscape, potentially revitalizing cannabis as an attractive investment opportunity. The industry is already showing signs of reestablishing its market presence and could once again become a noteworthy investment option.

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WM Technology’s (NASDAQ: MAPS) Stock Surges 91% in Mysterious Rally: What’s Behind the Boom?

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WM Technology’s (NASDAQ: MAPS) stock has exhibited remarkable growth, surging by an impressive 91% since August 16th, 2023. Intriguingly, this surge occurred in the absence of any substantial news or filings from the company, with their most recent release dating back to August 23rd, 2023. This limited information raises the question: What is driving this impressive rally? We will delve into the details below to shed light on the matter.

Cannabis Industry:

If you’ve been following our newsletter, you may have noticed our recent article spotlighting Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC), along with larger players like Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON), and Canopy Growth Corporation (NASDAQ: CGC).

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In case you haven’t had a chance to read it, you can find the article here, featuring a dedicated section on the broader trends shaping the cannabis industry.

For those seeking a quick summary, a significant development has emerged in the cannabis landscape. A high-ranking official at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proposed moving cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. This shift marks a historic moment and comes after a comprehensive yearlong investigation requested by President Biden.

It’s worth noting the potential implications of this change for U.S.-based, plant-touching marijuana companies. Currently, these companies are restricted from trading on major exchanges like the NYSE or NASDAQ and are relegated to smaller markets such as the OTC, or smaller Canadian markets like the TSX, CSE, or NEO.

The CEO of Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (OTC: TCNNF), Kim Rivers delves into these implications in a podcast conversation with a Twitter user known as @stock_mj. She also recommends keeping a close eye on the AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF (MSOS) as the cannabis sector garners increasing attention from investors.

Weedmap’s Earnings:

To evaluate the potential of MAPS, it’s essential to examine their recent earnings and assess the fundamentals. Here’s a brief overview of the news release.

Revenue: Amounted to $50.9 million, representing a decline compared to the same period in the prior year when it reached $58.3 million.

Net Income: Recorded at $2.0 million for the second quarter of 2023, marking a significant decrease from the previous year’s figure of $19.8 million.

Adjusted EBITDA: Showed substantial improvement, totaling $10.2 million in the second quarter of 2023, as opposed to a negative figure of $(0.6) million in the same period of the prior year.

Cash: As of June 30, 2023, the company held $24.6 million in cash, noteworthy for being entirely debt-free.

WM Technology’s Executive Chair, Doug Francis, underscored the company’s dedication to reinforcing its financial position and delivering sustained growth.

Guidance for the third quarter of 2023:

Revenue: An estimated $47 million.

Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA: Approximately $4 million.

It’s important to note that these projections are subject to potential variations based on various factors and developments.

Furthermore, WM Technology announced the transition to Moss Adams LLP as its new independent registered public accounting firm, effective upon the filing of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2023, following the resignation of Baker Tilly US, LLP due to staffing constraints.

Although the company maintains a debt-free status, it’s crucial to recognize that there has been a substantial decline in both revenue and net income. Consequently, it is advisable to exercise caution when considering investment, as the current trajectory of their top-line figures does not exhibit a positive trend.

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Weedmap’s Strategic Partnership:

Furthermore, the company made another recent announcement regarding its strategic partnership with the producer of “The Freak Brothers,” a celebrated stoner comic series that has captivated audiences for over five decades.

The series follows the adventures of three stoner characters and their cat, who awaken from a 50-year slumber induced by a magical strain of weed in 1969, now navigating life in contemporary San Francisco.

Key highlights of this partnership include in-episode Weedmaps integrations in the upcoming second half of “Freak Brothers” season two, commencing on September 24th. Additionally, exclusive “Smoke & Screen” events will be held across the U.S., bringing together influential figures from both the cannabis and entertainment industries.

“The Freak Brothers” series, based on Gilbert Shelton’s cult classic comic, celebrates its 55th anniversary with a star-studded voice cast for Season 2, featuring Woody Harrelson, John Goodman, Pete Davidson, Tiffany Haddish, Adam Devine, Blake Anderson, Andrea Savage, La La Anthony, ScHoolboy Q, and a special guest appearance by Joe Sikora.

To watch Season 2 of “The Freak Brothers,” visit Tubitv.com, and for cannabis-related information, explore Weedmaps.com. For more on “The Freak Brothers,” visit the official website at www.thefreakbrothers.com.

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Cannabis Industry Surges: Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Leads the Way with 77% Intraday Jump

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Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) experienced a remarkable intraday surge of over 77%. While the company has made significant announcements recently, today’s surge occurred without any specific filings or press releases to explain it. There seems to be something substantial driving this trading frenzy, a broader force impacting the entire asset class.

It’s worth noting that established industry leaders like Canopy Growth Corporation (NASDAQ: CGC) and Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) have faced significant downtrends in past years. However, today’s market activity also lifted their stocks along with others. To understand this trend, let’s take a closer look at the larger market dynamics at play.

 

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What Happened:

A top official at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recommended moving cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, marking a historic shift. This move follows a comprehensive yearlong investigation requested by President Biden.

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In the short term, this won’t significantly impact the cannabis industry, as the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) needs to conduct its own review and the federal prohibition on marijuana remains. However, the HHS recommendation, if followed by the DEA, could happen within a year, possibly before the 2024 presidential election.

Long-term implications for the cannabis industry are uncertain, but a key immediate effect would be the elimination of Section 280e of the IRS tax code for cannabis businesses. This provision currently prevents them from claiming standard business deductions, a major financial burden.

While rescheduling won’t directly open up access to institutional banking, it may attract new capital sources due to reduced risk perception among investors. Smaller banks and lenders might become more willing to engage.

Eliminating 280e could also stimulate lending in an industry with high borrowing costs, as companies would have improved cash flow. This might lead to lower interest rates and greater access to operating and expansion capital.

Rescheduling could benefit publicly traded cannabis companies, potentially enticing more exchanges, like the Toronto Stock Exchange, to accept U.S.-based cannabis businesses. It could also encourage Congress to take further action, such as passing the SAFE Banking Act and broader reforms.

Overall, while the exact implications of rescheduling are uncertain, the HHS announcement signals progress toward a post-prohibition reality for the cannabis industry, which is a significant development.

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Having set the stage with the broader cannabis industry context, let’s delve into Flora Growth’s recent developments and their implications for the company’s future. Is Flora Growth strategically positioned to leverage the potential easing of restrictions in the cannabis sector?

European Expansion:

Flora Growth just formed a partnership with TruHC Pharma GmbH, a leading medical cannabis expert based in Hamburg, Germany. TruHC holds key certifications for importing, distributing, and manufacturing medical cannabis and is awaiting an EU-GMP license for its cutting-edge cannabis laboratory.

Hendrik Knopp, a respected legal professional and entrepreneur, and his team from TruHC are joining Flora, bringing their extensive expertise in pioneering medical cannabis in Germany. This partnership is seen as very valuable, especially as Germany and the European Union move towards making medical cannabis more accessible to patients.

Clifford Starke, CEO of Flora, expressed excitement about the collaboration, recognizing the potential to contribute to the growth of the medical cannabis industry as regulations evolve. The partnership aims to capture a significant market share in Germany.

Hulk Hogan Partnership:

Flora Growth also just recently entered an exclusive worldwide partnership with WWE legend Hulk Hogan to launch a range of consumer products through Just Brands. These products will include CBD-infused items like pre-rolls, topicals, edibles, and more, which Flora will produce and sell globally. The partnership aims to capitalize on Hulk Hogan’s iconic status and Flora’s global distribution network. The initial agreement is for three years, with potential renewals, targeting $20 million in sales over the first 24 months. Flora will pay royalties and license fees for Hulk Hogan-branded products.

Conclusion:

In summary, the cannabis industry appears ready for a resurgence, buoyed by renewed investor optimism and shifting market dynamics. Our focus today was Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) but larger names like Canopy Growth Corporation (NASDAQ: CGC) and Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) are among the many companies benefitting from this positive trend.

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