Winmark Corp 2026: Revenue $27.89M, EPS $3.21— 10-Q Summary
Winmark Corp reported Q3 2026 revenue of $27.89M, up 23.2% YoY, and EPS of $3.21, up 6.3%. Growth driven by franchise retail sales and royalties. Launched advertising fund, increased software fees, and completed leasing portfolio run-off.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The 10‑Q shows 23% YoY revenue growth and a new $295/month software fee, indicating incremental revenue streams.
Market read
Micro‑cap earnings release with modest beat; may generate short‑term price movement for traders focused on small‑cap retail franchise stocks.
What to watch
Potential cost pressures from lease run‑off and franchise renewal timing could temper profit growth.
Background
Winmark Corp (WINA) operates franchise retail brands such as Plato’s Closet and others, reporting quarterly results via SEC filings.
Ticker impact
Winmark Corp filed its 10‑Q reporting Q3 2026 revenue of $27.89M and EPS $3.21, the first public disclosure of these numbers.
likely modest upside as market prices in the revenue beat and new fee revenue
The surprise revenue increase and new per‑store software fee suggest incremental earnings upside, but the company is micro‑cap so price move may be limited.
Market effects
Franchise retail sector may see modest confidence boost from Winmark's fee rollout.
Limited to U.S. small‑cap retail franchise space.
Low; impact confined to niche franchise operators.
Counterpoint
The earnings beat may be overstated if new fee adoption lags, keeping the stock flat.
Key entities
- companyWinmark Corp
Franchise retail operator reporting Q3 2026 results.
