In this episode, we sit down with leading cannabis attorney Jeff Schultz, Partner at Foley Hoag, to unpack the real story on New York's adult-use market—what’s working, what’s broken, and where the industry goes from here.We cover: 🔹 The Good:- New York’s adult-use cannabis market is scaling fast—projected to hit $1.5–- $2B+ in 2026, up from just $300M in 2023.- National brands like Kiva, STIIIZY, Wyld, and Heavy Hitters are thriving.- Margins look strong🔸 The Bad:- Limited retail outlets, but this is changing quickly- Licensing gridlock: Conditional licensees remain stuck due to zoning, financing, and OCM hurdles.- High taxes: Effective rates reach up to 41%, depending on product type.🔻 The Ugly:- The illicit market still dominates, with thousands of unlicensed shops in NYC.- Political and legal chaos: Lawsuits, infighting, and regulatory dysfunction are shaking investor confidence.

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