Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, the company generated distributable earnings of $0.21 per basic weighted average share, with net interest income of $4,500,000 and GAAP net income of $4,100,000 or $0.18 per basic weighted average share [10][15] - The weighted average portfolio yield to maturity was approximately 18% as of both March 31, 2025, and May 1, 2025 [16] - The CECL reserve was $29,900,000, approximately 9.75% of loans at carrying value, with total unrealized losses of $20,400,000 for loans held at fair value [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The active pipeline as of May 1, 2025, had $287,000,000 in deals, with a focus on sourcing deals from operators with a successful track record [7] - The company is currently managing 18 loans with a total principal outstanding of $372,500,000 [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The cannabis industry is experiencing a supply and demand imbalance for capital, with demand outpacing limited supply due to refinancing activity and increased M&A [6] - Many capital market participants remain on the sidelines due to a lack of clarity around federal reform, impacting the availability of capital in the industry [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to protect principal in its investments and is focused on selectively providing construction financing to operators with existing operations in other states [7] - The management is committed to supporting strong operators in attractive limited license states and diversifying the portfolio [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that earnings will be impacted by the underperformance of some legacy loans, but significant progress has been made in reducing exposure to underperforming credits [10] - The company is being opportunistic in its originations, focusing on high-quality borrowers amid market volatility [22] Other Important Information - The company renewed its senior secured credit facility with a lead commitment from an FDIC insured bank, with a maturity date of April 29, 2028 [16] - The board is expected to declare a dividend on or about June 15, with a policy of distributing 85% to 100% of earnings over the year [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: What caused the decline in interest income from Q4 to Q1? - The decline was attributed to lower income from a subsidiary of a private company and the absence of dividends from the TRS in Q1 [20][21] Question: How should investors think about progression for distributable earnings? - Management indicated that they will be opportunistic in originations and will not set targets due to market volatility [22][23] Question: What can be assumed regarding inflows from the proceeds of the Georgia asset? - Management stated that they cannot provide guidance on timing or amounts as it is uncertain and out of their control [24][26] Question: Can you provide updates on the situation with Justice Grown? - Management refrained from commenting further due to pending litigation and advised to refer to the 10-Q for details [32][34] Question: Is there an opportunity for private lenders in Pennsylvania's potential state-run framework? - Management noted that the Senate rejected the state-run model proposal, making it unlikely to be an opportunity for the company [36] Question: What is the expected yield on new originations? - Yields have generally remained consistent, with a focus on moving up the quality curve in lending [49]

Chicago Atlantic BDC (LIEN) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 14, 2025 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Tripp Sullivan - PresidentPeter Sack - CEOMartin Rodgers - CFODino Colonna - PresidentPablo Zuanic - Managing Partner Operator Day, and welcome to the Chicago Atlantic BDC First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in listen only mode. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Please note, today's event is being recorded. I'd now like to tu ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross investment income for Q1 2025 was $11.9 million, a decrease from $12.7 million in Q4 2024 [11] - Net investment income was $7.6 million or $0.34 per share, compared to $8.0 million or $0.35 per share in the previous quarter [12] - Net expenses were $4.3 million, slightly down from $4.4 million in the last quarter [12] - Net assets at quarter end were $301 million, with NAV per share at $13.19 [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has 31 portfolio companies, with 21% of the portfolio invested outside of cannabis [12] - The average debt position size is 3% of the debt portfolio, with 76% of the portfolio being floating rate [13] - The gross weighted average yield on company debt investments is approximately 16.6% [13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has originated $52.8 million in gross fundings since October 1, 2024, with $32.3 million committed and $20.8 million funded in Q1 2025 [7] - The pipeline includes approximately $590 million in potential debt transactions across 35 unique companies, with $462 million in cannabis opportunities and $128 million in non-cannabis investments [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company focuses on lending to cannabis companies and other underserved markets, aiming to deploy capital with differentiated risk-reward profiles [5] - The strategy includes maintaining a disciplined underwriting approach and being selective with borrowers to build durable investment portfolios [19] - The company aims to grow its dividend component as it scales its platform, having declared a total of $1.27 in dividends over the last four quarters [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes the outlook for common sense reforms in the cannabis industry is positive, but the timing remains unpredictable [10] - The company is positioned well for 2025, focusing on proven operators and strong markets to support growth initiatives [10] - Management emphasizes a long-term view of partnership building with operators, regardless of broader market conditions [23] Other Important Information - The company has no non-accruals compared to an industry average of 3.9% [7] - A new $100 million credit facility was closed during the quarter, providing ample liquidity for future investments [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: General macro outlook and deployment readiness - The company maintains a focus on individual state markets rather than the broader U.S. cannabis industry, allowing for disciplined deployment of capital [23][25] Question: Pipeline activity comparison to previous quarters - There is no significant difference in the ratio of cannabis to non-cannabis investments, with fluctuations being ordinary [26] Question: Flexibility to increase the credit facility - The company sees room to grow its senior secured credit facility and add modest unsecured notes in a disciplined manner [27] Question: Debt leverage threshold - The company expects to remain well below industry averages for debt leverage in the foreseeable future [28] Question: Dividend growth expectations - The company does not provide specific dividend guidance but will distribute nearly all of its income by the end of the year [30]

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LEEF Brands Inc. (CSE: LEEF) (OTCQB: LEEEF) (“LEEF” or the “Company”), one of California’s premier vertical extraction companies, today announced a Management Services Agreement (“MSA”) with Glass House Brands, Inc. (CBOE CA: GLAS.A.U) (CBOE CA: GLAS.WT.U) (OTCQX: GLASF) (OTCQX: GHBWF), a leading vertically integrated cannabis operator in the United States. Under the MSA, Glass House will manage operations of LEEF’s Palm Desert, California, dispe ...

LONG BEACH, Calif. and TORONTO, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glass House Brands Inc. ("Glass House" or the "Company") (CBOE CA: GLAS.A.U) (CBOE CA: GLAS.WT.U) (OTCQX: GLASF) (OTCQX:GHBWF) – one of the fastest-growing, vertically integrated cannabis companies in the United States, and LEEF Brands, Inc. (CSE: LEEF) (OTCQB: LEEEF), one of California’s premier vertical extraction companies, today announced a Management Services Agreement (“MSA”). Under the MSA, Glass House will manage operation of LEEF’s Pa ...

Core Insights - High Tide Inc. is expanding its retail presence with the opening of a new Canna Cabana store in Cornwall, Ontario, set to begin sales on May 12, 2025, bringing the total store count to 197 across Canada and 81 in Ontario [1][4] Group 1: Expansion Strategy - The new store is strategically located beside a national grocery chain in a high-traffic shopping center, targeting a community of over 50,000 people with little local competition [2] - The company aims to reach its milestone of 200 Canna Cabana locations by the end of May 2025, driven by free cash flow and a focus on high-quality real estate [4] Group 2: Market Position - High Tide is recognized as the second-largest cannabis retailer globally by store count, with a diversified and fully integrated operation across all components of cannabis [5] - Canna Cabana is the largest cannabis retail chain in Canada, with a unique loyalty-focused retail model contributing to leading same-store sales in the industry [4][5] Group 3: Innovation and Technology - High Tide employs Fastendr™, a fully automated technology that enhances the buying experience through retail kiosks for browsing, ordering, and pickup [6] - The company operates a suite of leading accessory e-commerce platforms, further diversifying its revenue streams [6] Group 4: Brand Portfolio - High Tide's brand roster includes several consumer-facing brands such as Queen of Bud™, Cabana Cannabis Co™, and Daily High Club™, among others [7] - The company is also involved in the CBD market through various online platforms, expanding its product offerings [7] Group 5: Recognition and Growth - High Tide has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Growing Companies for four consecutive years and ranked number one in the retail category on the Financial Times list of Americas' Fastest Growing Companies for 2023 [9]

WM Technology (MAPS) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Simon Yao - Director of Investor RelationsDouglas Francis - Co-Founder, CEO & DirectorSusan Echard - CFO Operator Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to WM Technology Inc. First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in a listen only mode for the duration of the call. I would now like to turn the call over to your host, Simon Yao, Director of Investor Relations. Simon Yao Good af ...

Innovative Industrial Properties (IIPR) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 12:00 PM ET Company Participants Eli Kanter - Senior AssociateAlan Gold - Executive ChairmanPaul Smithers - President, CEO & DirectorBen Regin - Chief Investment OfficerDavid Smith - CFO & TreasurerTom Catherwood - Managing DirectorBill Kirk - Managing DirectorAaron Grey - Managing Director, Head of Consumer Research Conference Call Participants Connor Mitchell - Equity Research Analyst Operator Good day, and welcome to the Innovativ ...

Core Insights - BBCCC Inc, a subsidiary of The Boston Beer Company, is launching new cannabis-infused beverages, including a 10mg THC Rosin-Infused Iced Tea and expanding its Emerald Hour cannabis cocktail line into British Columbia [1][3][5] Group 1: Product Launches - TeaPot has introduced a new Rosin-Infused Lemon Black Iced Tea with 10mg of THC, which is twice as potent as the original version and maintains its award-winning taste [2][5] - Emerald Hour is launching two new cannabis cocktail recipes: Agave, Lime, & Sea Salt and Lime & Mint, both infused with 10mg of full-spectrum THC sourced from live rosin and cannabis diamonds [3][4] Group 2: Market Expansion - The new TeaPot iced tea is now available in dispensaries across British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and Ontario, with plans for further market expansion [2][5] - Emerald Hour's expansion into British Columbia reflects a growing trend in Canada for non-alcoholic cannabis options, catering to consumers seeking alternatives in traditionally alcohol-dominant settings [5] Group 3: Production and Quality - Both TeaPot Iced Teas and Emerald Hour Cannabis Cocktails are produced at Peak Processing Solutions located in Windsor, Ontario, ensuring quality and consistency in their offerings [5] Group 4: Company Background - The Boston Beer Company, established in 1984, has evolved from brewing craft beer to producing innovative non-alcoholic cannabis beverages through its Canadian subsidiary, BBCCC, Inc., which focuses on research and innovation in this sector [7][9]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The loan portfolio principal totaled $407 million across 30 portfolio companies with a weighted average yield to maturity of 16.9%, down from 17.2% in the previous quarter [11] - Net interest income for Q1 was $13 million, a 7.3% decrease from $14.1 million in Q4 2024, primarily due to a decrease in non-recurring fees [15] - Total leverage was 28% of book equity as of March 31, down from 34% at the end of 2024 [12] - Distributable earnings per share were approximately $0.47 and $0.46 for basic and fully diluted shares, consistent with the previous quarter [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gross originations during the quarter were $4.4 million, with $500,000 to new borrowers and $3.9 million to existing borrowers on delayed draw, offset by $9.2 million in sales and repayments [11] - The percentage of fixed-rate loans and floating-rate loans with floors greater than or equal to the prevailing prime rate was 71.2% [11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The cannabis pipeline across the Chicago Atlantic platform stands at $462 million, with expectations for deployments to accelerate in Q2 and Q3 [9][23] - The company remains the third top-performing exchange-listed mortgage REIT, outperforming the median and average total return for all exchange-listed mortgage REITs by approximately 51% and 55% respectively since inception [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to create a differentiated and low-levered risk-return profile insulated from cannabis equity volatility [9] - The focus is on deploying capital with consumer and product-focused operators in limited license jurisdictions at low leverage profiles [7] - The company is cautious in its approach, reflecting selectivity in deployment due to market uncertainties and low valuations in the cannabis sector [40] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management believes that the current operating environment is characterized by volatility and uncertainty, particularly in the cannabis equity markets [6][12] - The company expects to compete for refinancing opportunities in 2025, with a significant number of maturities anticipated [30] - Rescheduling of cannabis regulations could lead to increased cash flow for borrowers and greater market activity, although significant new entrants to the market are not yet evident [32][34] Other Important Information - The company raised approximately $1 million in net proceeds from the issuance of common stock through its ATM program [19] - The CECL reserve on loans held for investment decreased to approximately $3.3 million from $4.4 million, primarily due to the reversal of reserves related to loan number nine [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide details on the near-term pipeline of $462 million? - The pipeline is generally related to CapEx, with expectations for deployments to accelerate in Q2 and Q3 [22][23] Question: What pricing assumptions are being made in underwriting? - Pricing in the industry is evolving, with adjustments made based on market conditions and state-specific developments [25][26] Question: How much visibility is there into repayments and net portfolio growth in 2025? - The aim is to achieve net portfolio growth in 2025, with significant maturities expected [30] Question: How would rescheduling impact the business? - Rescheduling could significantly increase after-tax free cash flow for borrowers and enhance the overall market environment [32] Question: What are the unfunded commitments at the end of the quarter? - There are approximately $19.8 million of unfunded commitments related to construction milestones and other projects [43]