420 with CNW – Walmart Canada Considers Selling Cannabis-Based Products
The Canadian branch of Walmart Inc. has revealed that it is thinking about including cannabis-based products on its shelves. This announcement makes Walmart the first major retailer to express interest in participating in the cannabis industry. Other major companies from the U.S. to show interest in the Canadian cannabis industry were from the beverage and alcohol industry (Coca Cola and Constellation Brands). Just how free are these companies when it comes to making decisions about getting involved in the cannabis industry? Market sentiment may be forcing their hand as was seen when Pepsi Cola shares dipped on the stock exchange…