Staying Hot: CLS Holdings USA, Inc. Announces August Results with Significant Year-Over-Year Revenue Growth

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CLS Holdings USA (OTCQB:CLSH) reported strong financial results for August 2021, achieving net revenues of $1.8M and a gross margin of 51.9%. This marks a 24.8% increase year-over-year and a 50.7% rise compared to August 2019. The retail outlet, Oasis Cannabis, was operational for 29 days due to staff appreciation activities. A 4.95% increase in transaction volume and a 90.9% revenue growth for its branded division, City Trees, were also noted. The company continues to expand its workforce, reflecting its ongoing growth.

Positive

• Net revenues of $1.8M in August 2021.
• Gross margin achieved 51.9%, up from 50.6% in August 2020.
• Revenue increased by 24.8% year-over-year.
• Transaction volume increased by 4.95% year-over-year.
• City Trees brand saw a 90.9% increase in revenue year-over-year.

Negative

• Oasis Cannabis operated for only 29 days, potentially impacting revenue.

LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESSWIRE / September 21, 2021 / CLS Holdings USA, Inc. (OTCQB:CLSH) (CSE:CLSH), the ''Company'' or ''CLS'', a diversified cannabis company operating as Cannabis Life Sciences, today announced the financial and operational results for its Nevada wholly owned subsidiaries for the month of August 2021 with net revenues of $1.8M and a gross margin of 51.9%. These results represent a 24.8% year-over-year increase in monthly revenue, and a 50.7% increase in revenue when compared to August 2019. Overall August proved to be a great month as the retail side of the business, Oasis Cannabis was open for only 29 out of the month's 31 days. The closure was to reward the hardworking staff with a staff appreciation day and workshops for career advancement.

CLS Nevada August 2021 Financial and Operational Highlights

• August 2021 net revenue increased by 24.8% year-over-year, and by 50.7% over August 2019. The Company met its gross margin goals, achieving 51.9% for the month, compared to 50.6% during August 2020.
• The number of transactions processed at Oasis Cannabis increased 4.95% year-over-year increase with an average order value of $55.34 during August 2021.
• The Company's branded division, City Trees, continued to gain market share and achieved a 90.9% increase in year-over-year revenue.
• The Company continued to add jobs and benefits to the market, hiring a number of employees in August .
• Oasis Cannabis was open for only 29 of the 31 days in August. The closure was a means to reward the staff with a staff appreciation day and workshops for career advancement.

"We continue to be amazed and in awe of our team on the ground in Nevada'' noted Company President & COO Andrew Glashow. "Their tireless effort and ability to adapt to market conditions have proven to be the strongest asset we have as we continue to grow. This was pivotal in helping us achieve our best August to date."

About CLS Holdings USA, Inc.
CLS Holdings USA, Inc. (CLSH) is a diversified cannabis company that acts as an integrated cannabis producer and retailer through its Oasis Cannabis subsidiaries in Nevada and plans to expand to other states. CLS stands for "Cannabis Life Sciences," in recognition of the Company's patented proprietary method of extracting various cannabinoids from the marijuana plant and converting them into products with a higher level of quality and consistency. The Company's business model includes licensing operations, processing operations, processing facilities, sale of products, brand creation and consulting services. https://www.clsholdingsinc.com/.

Twitter: @CLSHoldingsUSA

Oasis Cannabis has operated a cannabis dispensary in the Las Vegas market since dispensaries first opened in Nevada in 2015 and has been recognized as one of the top marijuana retailers in the state. Its location within walking distance to the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas in combination with its delivery service to residents allows it to efficiently serve both locals and tourists in the Las Vegas area. In February 2019, it was named "Best Dispensary for Pot Pros" by Desert Companion Magazine. In August 2017, the company commenced wholesale offerings of cannabis in Nevada with the launch of its City Trees brand of cannabis concentrates and cannabis-infused products. http://oasiscannabis.com.

Founded in 2017, City Trees is a Nevada-based cannabis cultivation, production and distribution company. Offering a wide variety of products with consistent results, City Trees products are available in numerous dispensaries throughout the state of Nevada. https://citytrees.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain ''forward-looking information'' within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation and ''forward-looking statements'' as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (collectively, the ''forward-looking statements''). These statements relate to, among other things, the impact of the COVID-19 virus on our business, the results of our initiatives to retain our employees and strengthen our relationships with our customers and community during the pandemic, the effect of our initiatives to expand market share and achieve growth during and following the pandemic, results of operations and financial performance, anticipated future events, and the effectiveness of our business practices during the pandemic. The continued spread of COVID-19 could have, and in some cases already has had, an adverse impact on our business, operations and financial results, including through disruptions in our cultivation and processing activities, supply chains and sales channels, and retail dispensary operations as well as a deterioration of general economic conditions including a possible national or global recession. Due to the uncertainties associated with the continued spread of COVID-19 and the timing of vaccinations, it is not possible to estimate its impact on our business, operations or financial results; however, the impact could be material. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as ''may,'' ''might,'' ''will,'' ''should,'' ''intends,'' ''expects,'' ''plans,'' ''goals,'' ''projects,'' ''anticipates,'' ''believes,'' ''estimates,'' ''predicts,'' ''potential,'' or ''continue'' or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements are only predictions, are uncertain and involve substantial known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, levels of activity or performance to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity or performance expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. We cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity or performance. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date that they were made. These cautionary statements should be considered together with any written or oral forward-looking statements that we may issue in the future. Except as required by applicable law, we do not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements to conform these statements to reflect actual results, later events or circumstances or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. See CLS Holdings USA filings with the SEC and on its SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com for additional details.

Contact Information:
Corporate:
Chairman and CEO
Jeff Binder

President and COO
Andrew Glashow
888-438-9132

Investor Relations:
investors@clsholdingsinc.com

SOURCE: CLS Holdings USA, Inc.

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FAQ

What were CLS Holdings' financial results for August 2021?

CLS Holdings reported net revenues of $1.8M with a gross margin of 51.9% for August 2021.

How does CLS Holdings' August 2021 revenue compare to previous years?

August 2021 revenue increased by 24.8% year-over-year and by 50.7% compared to August 2019.

What factors contributed to the success of CLS Holdings in August 2021?

Increased transaction volume and significant revenue growth from the City Trees brand contributed to CLS Holdings' success.

What operational changes did CLS Holdings implement in August 2021?

Oasis Cannabis closed for two days in August for staff appreciation and career advancement workshops.