CBD of Denver is shifting its focus and will no longer seek to provide services to the German cannabis market due to the complexities of navigating political uncertainties and the German government's failure to provide guidance on acceptable business models.
The German cannabis market, once a focal point of CBD of Denver's strategy, has proven to be untenable due to regulatory and political hurdles. Despite the introduction of the Cannabis Act (CannG) earlier last year, bureaucratic inefficiencies, unclear frameworks, and lack of approval for key business models like Grow Hubs have hindered progress. Following the national elections held on February 23, 2025, the company has made the difficult decision to withdraw from the German market due to the resulting political and regulatory uncertainties.
"2024 was a year of hard lessons, particularly in Germany, where political uncertainties and bureaucratic roadblocks derailed our plans," said Jan Schwager, CEO of CBD of Denver. "We remain committed to leveraging these experiences to refocus on markets and opportunities with greater potential."
Despite the setbacks in Germany, CBD of Denver's wholesale business provided a measure of stability, generating consistent revenue throughout the year. However, the low-margin nature of the wholesale market presented ongoing challenges. To address this, the company is optimizing its operations to bolster profitability and strengthen its core business.
Source: CBD of Denver