# Opening Legal Marijuana Dispensaries Provides An Economic Boost For Nearby Businesses, Study Shows

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- Published: 2026-10-20T15:25:27+00:00
- Category: Business
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The opening of recreational marijuana dispensaries can help boost nearby businesses by increasing foot traffic, purchases and revenue, according to a new study. Researchers from the City University of New York, Northern Illinois University and University of Miami examined cannabis market growth, credit and debit card purchases and socioeconomic and demographic data in Illinois from […] The post Op

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