Risk Factors Update Summary
- Added a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting, with one unremediated weakness as of December 31, 2022.
- Increased focus on cybersecurity risks, potential breaches, and the need for enhanced data protection measures.
- Expansion into new jurisdictions involves significant risks, requiring substantial resources and upfront capital investments.
- Transitioned from having subsidiaries with limited operating histories to emphasizing the company's limited operating history.
- Announced plans to cease U.S. hemp operations, impacting the company's strategic direction and financial performance.
- Entry into new markets may result in significant costs, asset impairments, and operational challenges.
- Significantly increased the importance of Cronos GrowCo to the business and operations due to wind-down activities at the Peace Naturals Campus.
- Highlighted the uncertainty and potential adverse effects of the Israel-Hamas War on operations in Israel.
- Potential failure to obtain Health Canada approval for changes to the Peace Naturals Campus perimeter.
- Emphasized the importance of obtaining Health Canada approval for changes at the Peace Naturals Campus before the sale-leaseback transaction.
- Uncertainty regarding DEA rescheduling of U.S. Schedule I cannabis to Schedule III and its impact.
- Increased competition in the cannabis industry may lead to market consolidation and operational challenges.
- Inventory write-downs due to continued pricing pressures in Canadian markets may impact financial position.
- Potential volatility in the market price of common shares due to various factors beyond the company's control.
Full Text Changes in Most Recent 10-K
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