11 Markets That Benefit From Weed Legalization

What are some of the markets that benefit from weed legalization? The possibilities are endless.

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Callie Barrons

9. Prescription Drugs

Even better, legalized marijuana helps to reduce prescription drug use. Studies show states with legal bud saw Medicare prescription reduction for drugs used to help conditions treatable by marijuana.

These same states also observed declines in Medicare Part D spending, which covers medications like opioid painkillers or antidepressants.

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