High Tide Inc (HITI): Inside the Costco of Cannabis

Описание: In this Business Breakdown, David Barbato and Ian Cassel sit down with High Tide Inc’s (HITI) CEO Raj Grover and Capital Market Advisor Vahan Ajamian. The company was originally profiled by Ian Cassel on November 10, 2025, at $3.00 USD per share.

This discussion took place live on February 17th, 2026, on the MicroCapClub Community. Join MicroCapClub and unlock the ability to listen and participate live in these discussions - https://microcapclub.com/join-now/

In this conversation, Raj Grover, CEO of High Tide, discusses the company's journey from a single tobacco shop to the largest cannabis retailer in Canada. He shares insights into their innovative business model, including a unique loyalty program that has significantly boosted customer engagement and sales. The discussion also covers Hightide's expansion strategy, both domestically and internationally, as well as the challenges and opportunities within the cannabis market. Grover emphasizes the importance of location, store economics, and the company's commitment to becoming a global leader in cannabis retail.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Hightide and Its Leaders
04:31 Raj Grover's Entrepreneurial Journey
07:06 Hightide's Business Model and Growth
12:56 Loyalty Programs and Customer Engagement
19:00 Market Share and Expansion Plans
23:47 Financial Performance and Future Projections
28:08 Challenges and Opportunities in the Cannabis Market
34:21 Retail Expansion and Location Strategy
40:27 Unit Economics and Store Performance
45:34 Inorganic Growth and Acquisitions
49:32 White Label Strategy and Product Differentiation
54:24 European Market Expansion and Ramexion Acquisition
01:01:47 Future Plans and U.S. Market Strategy

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