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Exhibit 99.1

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Contact:Anthony D. Ishaug

763/520-8500

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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WINMARK CORPORATION ANNOUNCES

QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND

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Minneapolis, MN (January 28, 2026)  -  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 $0.96 per share will be paid March 2, 2026 to shareholders of record on the close of business on February 11, 2026.  Future dividends will be subject to Board approval.

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Winmark - the Resale Company®, is a nationally recognized franchising business focused on sustainability and small business formation.  We champion and guide entrepreneurs interested in operating one of our award winning resale franchises: Plato’s Closet®, Once Upon A Child®, Play It Again Sports®, Style Encore® and Music Go Round®.  At December 27, 2025, there were 1,378 franchises in operation and over 2,800 available territories.  An additional 82 franchises have been awarded but are not open.