North America, Europe & Asia Pacific Legal Cannabis Market Worth $67.7 Billion By 2026 | Grand View Research, Inc.
The North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific legal cannabis market size is anticipated to reach USD 67.7 billion by 2026, registering a CAGR of 19.6% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The increased adoption of hemp and marijuana products coupled with the rising demand for medical marijuana is anticipated to drive the market growth. Furthermore, the impending legalization of marijuana for adult use is an important factor supporting the growth over the forecast period. Based on product type, marijuana dominated the market with a revenue share of USD 96.6% in 2019. The use of marijuana for medical purposes is gaining momentum owing to recent legalizations in various countries. Marijuana is used for the treatment of patients with chronic conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, neurologic problems like depression, anxiety, epilepsy, and others. Thus, wide application of marijuana for the trea