E162 - Welcome back to the High-Rise!

The High-Rise Episode 162: Welcome Back to the High-Rise!Join hosts Cy Scott (Headset) and Emily Paxhia (Poseidon) as they return to analyze October cannabis market data, discuss Q3 MSO earnings, and explore emerging industry trends. After a brief hiatus, The High Rise is back with data-driven insights on the state of the cannabis industry.Episode Highlights- Deep dive into October 2024 retail sales data across major markets- Analysis of Florida's market decline and the impact of recent hurricanes- Spotlight on New York's market growth and standout brands- Q3 MSO earnings review and market performance - Discussion of Florida's failed adult-use ballot measure- New Zealand study reveals cannabis's impact on other substance useKey Market Insights- California maintains market leadership with $350M in October sales- Arizona shows concerning 25% year-over-year decline- New York continues strong growth trajectory- Missouri stands out with ~8% year-over-year growth- Florida sees significant declines across multiple product categoriesNotable Brands in New York- Ayrloom (Top performer in 4 categories)- Off Hours (Edibles)- Ruby Farm (Pre-Roll)- Dank by Definition (Flower)- MFNY (Concentrates)- Episode 141: Cannabis & Alcohol- The presentation dataHeadset