Green Thumb Industries Announces Additional $50 Million in Senior Debt Financing
CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Green Thumb Industries Inc. (“Green Thumb” or the “Company”) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE Dispensaries, today announced that the Company has increased its existing syndicated loan facility, led by Valley National Bank 50 million dollars, bringing the total object to 189 million dollars. The Company intends to use the funds for general corporate purposes, potential strategic investments and other working capital requirements.
“Adding $50 million to our low-interest balance sheet should be good for our shareholders over the long term,” said Ben Kowler, founder, president and chief executive officer. “We are fortunate to have Valley National Bank as a financial partner who trusts our business model and capital management.”
The credit facility matures on September 11, 2029 and will continue to bear interest from the date of issue at the Secured Overnight Funding Rate (SOFR) + 500 basis points. This transaction does not involve the issuance of Green Thumb shares to any of the banks participating in the syndication.
About Green Thumb Industries
Green Thumb Industries Inc. (“Green Thumb”) is a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and retailer headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company manufactures and distributes a portfolio of licensed, branded cannabis products, including RYTHM, Dogwalkers, incredibles, Beboe, &Shine, Doctor Solomon’s and Good Green. Green Thumb also owns and operates RISE Dispensaries, a fast-growing national retail chain. Green Thumb serves millions of patients and customers each year with the goal of promoting wellness through the power of cannabis, while giving back to the communities it serves. Founded in 2014, Green Thumb has 20 manufacturing facilities and more than 100 retail stores in 14 US markets, employing approximately 5,000 people. More information is available at www.gtigrows.com.
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Vireo Growth Announces California Retail Joint Venture with Glass House Brands
MINNEAPOLIS and LONG BEACH, Calif., April 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vireo Growth Inc. (“Vireo”) (CSE: VREO; OTCQX: VREOF) and Glass House Brands Inc. (“Glass House”) (CBOE CA: GLAS.AU) (CBOE CA: GLAS.WT.U) (OTCQX: GLASF) (OTCQX: GHBWF) today announced a joint venture to build one of the largest and most strategically located cannabis retail platforms in California. Subject to regulatory and certain closing conditions, each company will contribute its California dispensary operations to the joint venture in exchange for a 50% ownership interest.
Vireo operates twelve dispensaries and home delivery from recently acquired Eaze, Inc. (“Eaze”). Glass House currently operates eleven retail locations in California. The combined network will be supported by a preferential supply agreement with Glass House, California’s largest producer of large-scale hemp. After five years, Vireo will have the option to acquire Glass House’s shares in the joint venture, and Glass House will have a reciprocal right.
Cory Azzalino, president of California-based Vireo, has been named CEO of the joint venture, where he will oversee operations and lead the platform’s retail acquisition and expansion strategy.
“California remains the world’s largest legal cannabis market, and this joint venture allows us to unlock its potential in a way that neither company can achieve alone,” said Kyle Kazan, Glass House co-founder, president and CEO. “Vireo brings exceptional retail access and delivery infrastructure through the Eaze platform, while Glass House leverages proven retail execution, low cost, scale manufacturing and deep brand equity. Together with Vireo, we have found ways to mitigate California’s challenging pricing dynamics and expand the value of our retail operations without increasing the value of our retail operations without the core objectives of Glass. new legal markets outside the state”.
“Glass House is an ideal partner to collaborate with to build the future of cannabis retail in California,” said John Mazarakis, CEO of Vireo. “Their manufacturing scale and brand strength, combined with Vireo’s retail depth and one of the industry’s leading technology-based delivery platforms, creates a joint venture that is greater than the sum of its parts;
The joint venture’s integrated delivery capabilities through the Eaze platform will expand distribution to areas with limited retail access, providing competitive pricing that supports the legal market.
I am proud to lead this platform and the opportunity it represents. Our combined retail and delivery network gives us the ability and resources to bring high-quality, affordable cannabis to consumers in California, including underserved communities, while pursuing disciplined growth that strengthens the legal market over the long term.
Cory Azalino
About Glass House Brands
Glass House is one of the fastest growing, vertically integrated cannabis companies in the US, focused on the California market and building leading, sustainable brands to serve consumers across all segments. Whether through its portfolio of brands that include Glass House Farms, PLUS Products, Allswell and Mama Sue Wellness, or its network of retail clinics across the state of California that includes The Farmacy, Natural Healing Center and The Pottery, Glass House is committed to its vision of excellence; For more information and company updates, visit www.glasshousebrands.com/ and https://ir.glasshousebrands.com/contact/email-alerts/.
About Vireo Growth Inc
Vireo was founded in 2014 as a leading medical cannabis company. Vireo is building a disciplined, strategically aligned and execution-focused platform in the industry. This strategy drives our intense local market focus while leveraging the strength of the national portfolio. We are committed to hiring industry leaders and deploying capital and talent where we believe it will deliver the most value. Vireo operates with a long-term mindset, an action bias, and an unwavering commitment to its customers, employees, shareholders, industry partners, and the communities it serves. For more information about Vireo, visit www.vireogrowth.com.
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Michigan Cannabis sales for March decreased compared to a year ago, as they increased sequentially by 8.9%. At 255.5 million dollars, sales decreased by 7.8 percent compared to the previous year.
The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency breaks down sales by medical and adult use, with medical sales down 36.8% year-over-year to $0.4 million, down 3.8% sequentially, and adult-use sales down 7.7% year-over-year to $255.5 million, up 8.9% sequentially.
The state breaks down sales by category and provides pricing details by category for both medical and adult;
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As supply continues to expand, adult flower prices have fallen sharply, although the decline is slowing. The average price of $987 per pound in March was up 3.0% sequentially from a record low in December and down 5.3% from a year ago.
Michigan hemp sales are expected to grow 82.1% to $1.79 billion in 2021, 27.9% to $2.29 billion in 2022, and 33.3% to $3.06 billion in 2023. billion In 2026, Michigan cannabis sales decreased by 7.8%.
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Vireo Growth Inc. announces the acquisition of The Hawthorne Gardening Company from Scotts Miracle-Gro.
The transaction further strengthens the Company’s balance sheet with combined cash and net working capital of approximately $110 million.
213 million shares outstanding with an implied price of $0.60 and 80 million warrants with a strike price of $0.85.
The company has nominated Scotts Miracle-Gro EVP Chris Hagedorn for election to its board of directors.
MINNEAPOLIS, April 8, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vireo Growth Inc. (CSE: VREO; OTCQX: VREOF) (“Vireo” or the “Company”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of The Hawthorne Gardening Company LLC (including certain of its subsidiaries, “Hawthorne”), a leading supplier of horticultural nutrients, lighting and other materials in North America. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (“ScottsMiracle-Gro”) (“Hawthorne Transaction”).
As a result of the Hawthorne transaction, Vireo acquired $35 million in cash held by Hawthorne, approximately $58 million in net working capital and $20 million in subland (primarily growing media) to be delivered to the company over two years in exchange for the release of Good Dog Holdings to 2nd 2nd Holdings LLC. of the Company (each, a “Share”) and a warrant to purchase 80 million shares (the “Warrants” and together with the Shares, the “Securities”) at an exercise price of $0.85 per share exercisable for a period of five years from the date of issuance. In connection with the transaction, Vireo has nominated Scotts Miracle-Gro Executive Vice President and CEO of the Hawthorne business, Chris Hagedorn, for election to its board of directors at the Company’s annual general and special meeting of stockholders on May 29, 2026.
“The acquisition of Hawthorne further strengthens Vireo’s balance sheet and creates a procurement platform to optimize supply chain management and drive cost efficiency across our portfolio,” said John Mazarakis, Chief Executive Officer of Vireo Growth. “We are pleased to partner with Scotts Miracle-Gro on a transaction that provides approximately $110 million in cash and net working capital to the Company, and welcome the opportunity to maximize Hawthorne’s business value and operational contribution.”
“Vireo has demonstrated a clear ability to integrate complex businesses and operate efficiently,” said Chris Hagedorn, executive vice president of The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company. “Hawthorne is a natural fit on the Vireo platform, and I’m excited to work alongside the team to help realize its full potential.”
The Securities described above have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933 (the “Securities Act”) or under US state securities laws. Accordingly, the Securities may not be offered or sold in the United States except with an effective registration statement or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable US state securities laws.
Early warning exposure
Immediately prior to the Hawthorne transaction, Good Dog did not beneficially own or control, directly or indirectly, any shares or securities that are convertible or exercisable into shares.
After giving effect to the Hawthorne transaction, Good Dog acquired 213,000,000 shares, representing approximately 14% of Vireo, with a market value of $83.7 million and $117.2 million based on the closing share price on the Canadian Stock Exchange. 80,000,000 Guarantees. In the event that Good Dog exercises all of its warrants, such exercise would result in Good Dog owning up to an additional 80,000,000 shares, and Good Dog’s aggregate ownership interest in Vireo would be approximately 19%, with a market value of US$115.1 million and C$161.2 million based on the CSE closing price of US$30. in 2026
Good Dog acquired the shares for investment purposes. Good Dog takes a long-term view of the investment and may acquire additional Vireo securities, including in the open market or through private acquisitions, or sell Vireo securities, including in the open market or through private placements, in the future, subject to resale restrictions, market conditions, plan reformulations and/or other relevant factors.
In addition to National Instrument 62-103 – The Early Warning System and related takeover bid and insider reporting requirements, Good Dog will file an early warning report in connection with its participation in the Hawthorne transaction. A copy of Good Dog’s Early Warning Report will appear on Vireo’s profile on SEDAR+ and may also be obtained directly upon request by calling Good Dog’s office at (917) 370-827 (2 East 70th Street, New York, NY, USA, 10021).
About Vireo Growth Inc
Vireo was founded in 2014 as a leading medical cannabis company. Vireo is building a disciplined, strategically aligned and execution-focused platform in the industry. This strategy drives our intense local market focus while leveraging the strength of the national portfolio. We are committed to hiring industry leaders and deploying capital and talent where we believe it will deliver the most value. Vireo operates with a long-term mindset, an action bias, and an unwavering commitment to its customers, employees, shareholders, industry partners, and the communities it serves. For more information about Vireo, visit www.vireogrowth.com.
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