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IEA Warning: Stop Using Gas-Powered Vehicles

We could see a bigger push for electric vehicles from companies, such as Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) and General Motors (NYSE:GM). Even though countries all over the world have pledged to cut emissions, it may not be enough. According to a new report from The Climate Action Tracker, as noted by Yahoo Finance, “The recent pledges made by world governments to limit … Continue reading “IEA Warning: Stop Using Gas-Powered Vehicles”

In Booming Cannabis Industry, Look for More M&A

Cannabis mega-mergers could create industry giants. Weeks after Tilray and Aphria merged, Trulieve Cannabis just announced its plans to acquire Harvest Health & Recreation in a $2.1 billion all-stock deal. Combined they would be one of the largest cannabis companies in the world, in terms of sales, notes Barron’s. Coupled with state and potential federal legalization … Continue reading “In Booming Cannabis Industry, Look for More M&A”

Corporate Wellness an $84.5 Billion Opportunity

More than ever before, health and wellness have become top priorities for companies. After all, “There has always been a strong correlation between wellness in the workplace and an employee’s wellbeing, especially considering the fact that adults spend most of the better part of the day working,” said Angela Franco, President & CEO, D.C. Chamber of Commerce, as quoted by WDVM. “The current public … Continue reading “Corporate Wellness an $84.5 Billion Opportunity”

Mental Health is Well Worth the Investment

Now more than ever, mental well-being in the workplace is more important than ever. With the pandemic, family, work, and declining mental health issues around the world, companies are quickly waking up to their employee needs. In addition, according to The Washington Post, “More than half of employers surveyed late last year already were providing … Continue reading “Mental Health is Well Worth the Investment”

The Biggest Problem Electric Vehicles are Facing

The electric vehicle boom is only accelerating. Governments all over the world want more of them on the roads. Nearly 70% of Americans are interested in buying them. Auto maker factories are being overhauled to produce electric cars, says CNN, and automakers are “snapping up every battery they can find.” Unfortunately, there’s a problem. Companies … Continue reading “The Biggest Problem Electric Vehicles are Facing”

Graphite Supply Issue Could Put the Brakes EV Market

The electric vehicle boom is only accelerating. Governments all over the world want more of them on the roads. Approx. 70% of Americans are interested in buying them. Auto maker factories are being overhauled to produce electric cars, says CNN, and automakers are “snapping up every battery they can find.” By 2030, we could see … Continue reading “Graphite Supply Issue Could Put the Brakes EV Market”

Mental Health Embracing Psychedelic Therapies

These days, we can make a very strong case for mind-altering treatments for mental health. Not only is the US FDA supportive of its use, but countless studies from some of the world’s leading companies are showing just how useful it can be. A study from JAMA Psychiatry just found that psilocybin “worked better than … Continue reading “Mental Health Embracing Psychedelic Therapies”

Wearable Technology Market Could Exceed $81.5 Billion

Now more than ever health and wellness are top priorities, creating big opportunity for companies such as Hapbee Technologies, Inc. (TSXV: HAPB)(OTCQB: HAPBF), Peloton Interactive Inc. (NASDAQ:PTON),Nautilus Inc. (NYSE:NLS), Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG), and Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN). “Even before the pandemic, many people around the U.S. were beginning to dabble in proactive and preventative health and … Continue reading “Wearable Technology Market Could Exceed $81.5 Billion”

Tails Wagging Over the Strength of the Pet Care Industry

When it comes to pet care, we’re seeing substantial growth. For one, “Annual pet spending per household could reach $1,292 by 2025 and $1,909 by 2040 based on pet spending and pet ownership trends, according to the firm. This would result in a total industry spending increase of 134% over the next 10 years. Specifically, … Continue reading “Tails Wagging Over the Strength of the Pet Care Industry”