As States Legalize Marijuana, Investors See Opportunity

Marijuana is the world's most commonly cultivated, trafficked, and used illicit drug. As legalization expands, it's gaining major attention from investors, manufacturers, and researchers. Despite being illegal federally under Schedule I, the U.S. legal marijuana industry was valued at $10.4 billion in 2018, supporting over 250,000 jobs. With 33 states legalizing medical use and 10 allowing recreational use, public acceptance is growing—paving the way for explosive growth in the market.