Let’s talk about defending your portfolio. It’s a common impulse for most investors, when the economy starts to turn sour. We’re in a growth phase now, with economic activity rebounding strongly from the corona-crisis shutdowns, and with reopening getting into full stride, economists are predicting up to 8% GDP expansion …

Hemp is a miracle material. When most people think of it, one or two uses might come to mind. But, when you really do your research on everything hemp is used for, you quickly start to see how valuable it is. Right now, it’s important to shine a light on …

This story originally appeared on Yahoo Finance. Stocks rose on Tuesday to extend a rally from a day earlier, with technology stocks outperforming as concerns over rising inflation were at least temporarily pushed to the side.  The S&P 500 ticked up after the index closed out Monday’s session higher by …

This story originally appeared on The fresh toast. Retail sales were negatively affected by COVID lockdowns, while new stores and lower prices provided a boost. New data from Statistics Canada revealed that Canadian cannabis sales in March improved 65% year-over-year reaching CA$298.1 million ($246.7 million), reports New Cannabis Ventures. According to the outlet, …

This story originally appeared on The Economic Times. The Haryana government has allowed reimbursement of goods and service tax paid by companies, non-governmental organisations and individuals on purchase of 15 items including Covid vaccines, remdesivir injections, ventilators and oxygen cylinders that they have donated free of cost to the state …

This story originally appeared on CBD Testers. When it comes to consumer packaged goods, especially those with natural ingredients, preserving freshness and quality is a top priority. Unfortunately, many of the existing additives currently on the market are incredibly unhealthy (toxic and cancerous really), so there is a pressing need …

This story originally appeared on InvestmentNews. Envestnet CEO Bill Crager outlined how the firm is using additional operating expenses toward the financial wellness ecosystem’s development. After posting an 11% increase in revenue year-over-year during the first quarter, Envestnet executives detailed plans around the firm’s $30 million investment in its digital “financial …

This story originally appeared on Windsor Star. Leamington’s biggest private employer loses its name on Wednesday but will remain the controlling power behind a blockbuster merger of two Canadian pot giants in what becomes the world’s largest cannabis company. Tilray Inc. shareholders on Friday followed suit with those of Aphria …

This story originally appeared on InvestmentNews. Financial services companies have generally adopted remote work policies, but as offices reopen, the next issue becomes who is and isn’t vaccinated. As more people receive vaccinations and local economies start to slowly reopen, the broader financial services industry is preparing for how and when to start bringing …

This story originally appeared on The Growth Op. Healthcare professionals should engage older adults in cannabis discussions given that some people are using weed to self-treat different conditions without first seeking medical input or advice, suggests a new U.S. study. Published online this week in the American Journal of Drug and …