Winmark Remains a Buy Despite Negative Insider Sentiment

Maxim Group analyst Tom Forte reiterated a Buy rating on Winmark (WINA) with a price target of $445.00. Forte has a 46.01% success rate on recommended stocks, and Winmark has an analyst consensus of Hold. The company's shares closed at $379.41, with a one-year high of $459.93 and a one-year low of $295.79. There has been a negative corporate insider sentiment with 13 insiders selling shares over the past quarter.

Winmark Corporation (WINA), a prominent franchisor in the resale industry, has released its Q2 2025 earnings report, showcasing steady growth and a commitment to sustainability and small business development. The company reported a net income of $10.6 million for the second quarter, a slight increase from the previous year. This growth is attributed to improved sales performance across all franchise brands and strategic investments in operations, technology, marketing, and innovation [1].

For the first half of 2025, Winmark's net income stood at $20.6 million, reflecting a year-over-year growth. Key financial highlights include a total revenue of $20.4 million for the quarter, driven primarily by royalties and leasing income. The company also saw a significant increase in cash and cash equivalents, ending the period with $28.9 million.

Maxim Group analyst Tom Forte reiterated a Buy rating on Winmark with a price target of $445.00. Forte has a 46.01% success rate on recommended stocks, while the company's shares closed at $379.41 on July 2, 2025. The stock has seen a one-year high of $459.93 and a one-year low of $295.79. There has been a negative corporate insider sentiment, with 13 insiders selling shares over the past quarter [1].

Looking ahead, Winmark remains committed to enhancing its leadership position in the resale industry through strategic investments and expansion efforts. The company's focus on sustainability and small business development is likely to continue driving its growth.

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[1] https://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/stocks/WINA/pressreleases/33453621/winmark-corporation-reports-steady-growth-in-q2-2025/