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SIR Royalty Income Fund Announces Filing of SIR Corp. Fiscal 2026 Third Quarter Results
Steady royalty stream growth and SSS recovery offset by persistent non-cash accounting volatility.

Executive Summary
- SIR Royalty Income Fund filed Q3 and YTD 2026 financial results for its operating company, SIR Corp.
- Food and beverage revenue grew 7.5% year-over-year to $69.7 million in Q3, with YTD revenue reaching $202.6 million (+7.2%).
- Consolidated Same Store Sales (SSS) improved to +2.5% in Q3 and +3.6% YTD, reversing the weak +0.5% Q2 print.
- SSS breakdown shows Scaddabush leading growth (+7.0% in 12-week, +5.0% in 36-week), while Jack Astor's remains flat to slightly negative in the short term (-0.2% 12-week) but positive over the longer horizon (+2.2% 36-week).
- Adjusted Net Earnings remained stable at $2.8 million for both Q3 and YTD 2026.
- Reported net income swung to a $0.5 million profit in Q3 (vs. $0.4 million loss in Q3 2025), primarily driven by non-cash amortized cost adjustments on partnership units.
- Liquidity improved slightly to $6.9 million in cash, with $38.5 million drawn against a $68.0 million credit facility.
- Operational updates include new Scaddabush (Windsor) and Jack Astor's + Freida's (Oshawa) openings, with both expected to enter the Royalty Pool on January 1, 2027. Several permanent closures and temporary renovations were noted.
Material Impact
- The Q3 results confirm a clear operational recovery in same-store sales following a sluggish Q2, signaling that pricing initiatives and menu innovations are gaining traction.
- Adjusted net earnings stability at $2.8 million demonstrates consistent cash-generating capability at the operating level, despite the heavy non-cash accounting distortions in reported GAAP net income.
- Liquidity position remains adequate, with cash increasing from $5.9 million in Q2 to $6.9 million in Q3, and credit facility utilization holding steady around $38.5 million.
- The news does not introduce new strategic pivots, M&A, or unexpected margin expansions. It is a standard quarterly update that validates the existing growth trajectory and royalty pool expansion timeline.
- The market likely already priced in steady mid-single-digit revenue growth and SSS normalization. The release confirms expectations without delivering a surprise catalyst.
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Company Overview
- SIR Royalty Income Fund is a royalty income fund that holds a significant economic interest in SIR Corp, the operator of Jack Astor's, Scaddabush, and other casual dining and fast-casual restaurant concepts.
- The fund generates revenue primarily through royalties based on a percentage of pooled restaurant sales, plus interest income on a loan to SIR Corp.
- The business model relies on steady foot traffic, successful menu innovation, and strategic expansion of the royalty pool through new store openings and renovations.
- The fund maintains a monthly distribution policy, targeting a long-term payout ratio averaging 100% per annum.
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Mar 25, 2026 · 17:00