Winmark

Winmark Corp. engages in the franchising of five value-oriented retail store concepts that buy, sell, and trade gently used merchandise and provides consulting and advisory services to franchisors through Winmar Franchise Partners. It operates through the Franchising and Leasing segments. The Franchising segment is involved in value-oriented retail store concepts that buy, sell, trade, and consign merchandise and provides strategic consulting services related to franchising. The Leasing segment includes the middle-market equipment leasing and small-ticket franchising businesses conducted through Winmark Capital Corp. and Wirth Business Credit, Inc. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders. The quarterly dividend of $0.80 per share will be paid December 1, 2023 to shareholders of record on the close of business on November 15, 2023. Additionally, the Board of Directors has approved the payment of a special dividend to shareholders. The special dividend of $9.40 per share will be paid on December 1, 2023.

Winmark Corporation Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend and Special Dividend

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2023 of $11,149,800 or $3.05 per share diluted compared to net income of $10,368,600 or $2.93 per share diluted in 2022. For the nine months ended September 30, 2023, net income was $30,461,300 or $8.40 per share diluted compared to net income of $29,248,300 or $8.11 per share diluted for the same period last year. Winmark — the Resale Company®, is a nationally recogni.

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Winmark operates in a crisis-resistant market segment with a strong track record of share returns. The company's franchise model allows for low costs and enduring relationships with franchisees. Despite the excellent characteristics of the business, the current valuation is not attractive.

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders. The quarterly dividend of $0.80 per share will be paid on September 1, 2023 to shareholders of record on the close of business on August 16, 2023. Future dividends will be subject to Board approval. Winmark – the Resale Company®, is a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small busin.

Winmark Corporation Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the quarter ended July 1, 2023 of $10,368,800 or $2.85 per share diluted compared to net income of $9,027,200 or $2.54 per share diluted in 2022. “Our year-to-date results reflect positive franchisee performance and Winmark's continued emphasis on providing exceptional operational support,” commented Brett D. Heffes, Chair and Chief Executive Officer. Winmark — the Resale Company®, is a nationally re.

Winmark Corporation Announces Second Quarter Results

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in its regular quarterly cash dividend to shareholders. The quarterly dividend of $0.80 per share represents an increase of $0.10 from its previous dividend rate. The cash dividend will be paid June 1, 2023 to shareholders of record on the close of business on May 17, 2023. Future dividends will be subject to Board approval.

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the quarter ended April 1, 2023 of $8,942,700 or $2.49 per share diluted compared to net income of $9,852,500 or $2.65 per share diluted in 2022. Results during the quarter were impacted by the Company's decision in May 2021 to run-off its leasing portfolio. “2023 is off to a good start,” commented Brett D. Heffes, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

Winmark Corporation Announces First Quarter Results

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Winmark has beaten the market over the last five years, with over 150% in total shareholder returns between 2018 and 2022, compared to over 44% for the S&P 500. Amidst a retail apocalypse narrative, its franchise model has helped it to grow profitably.

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that it has named Philip I. Smith to its Board of Directors. Currently, Mr. Smith serves as Executive Chairman of Intricon Corporation, an international micromedical device company, and as an Operating Partner of Altaris, LLC, a New York based investment firm focused on the healthcare industry. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to welcome Phil Smith,” stated Brett D.

Winmark Corporation Appoints New Board Member

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the year ended December 31, 2022 of $39,424,900 or $10.97 per share diluted compared to net income of $39,919,900 or $10.48 per share diluted in 2021. The fourth quarter 2022 net income was $10,176,600 or $2.86 per share diluted, compared to net income of $11,589,000 or $3.09 per share diluted, for the same period last year.

Winmark Corporation Announces Year End Results

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that Paul C. Reyelts has informed the company of his decision not to stand for re-election to the Winmark Board of Directors at its next Annual Meeting of Shareholders in April 2023. Mr. Reyelts was elected to Winmark's Board of Directors in 2000, has served as its independent Lead Director since 2003, currently serves as Chairman of the Audit Committee and had previously served as a member of both the Compensation

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that it has signed franchise agreements to add an additional eleven Play It Again Sports locations to its existing base of 272 stores across North America. The stores, located in the Twin Cities region as well as in St. Cloud and Duluth, Minnesota, Superior, Wisconsin and Grand Forks, North Dakota, had been previously subject to an agreement allowing for their operation separate from Winmark's franchise system. Add

Winmark Corporation Announces Addition of Play It Again Sports Franchised Locations

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