Stardust Strengthens Franchise Network Through Strategic Territory Optimization
The remaining operators represented approximately 89% of franchise network revenue over the last 12 months.
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Stardust Solar Energy (SUNXF) has terminated franchise rights for 10 operators covering 16 territories as part of a network review. The operator base falls from 41 to 31, while all 102 territories remain in the system. Head office has assumed control of the reclaimed territories.
The terminated operators represented approximately 24% of franchise operators and generated ~11% of franchise network revenue over the last 12 months. The remaining operators represented approximately 89% of that revenue. Stardust plans to market select reclaimed territories to qualified prospective franchisees, potentially generating new franchise fees and other revenue.
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Positive
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Stardust plans to relicense select reclaimed markets, potentially generating franchise fees, training revenue, product sales and recurring franchise revenue.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Stardust intends to focus support resources on remaining franchisees demonstrating stronger performance and growth potential.
Negative
- Moderate pointTerminated operators represented approximately 24% of operators and generated ~11% of network revenue over the last 12 months.
- Minor pointFranchise terminations reduce the operator base from 41 to 31 across 16 reclaimed territories.
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - September 30, 2026) - Stardust Solar Energy Inc. (TSXV: SUN) (OTCQB: SUNXF) (FSE: 6330) ("Stardust Solar" or the "Company"), a North American renewable energy company focused on distributed energy, commercial solar, utility-scale development and long-term renewable energy asset ownership, announces a strategic optimization of its franchise network designed to strengthen operator performance, improve resource allocation and create new opportunities for growth.
As part of an ongoing performance review, Stardust has terminated the franchise rights of 10 underperforming franchise operators representing 16 franchise territories. The terminations were made in accordance with the performance provisions of the applicable franchise agreements, including minimum sales requirements. Under Stardust's franchise model, franchisees are generally required to generate at least
The 16 territories remain within the Stardust system, with the Company assuming control at head office and intending to make select markets available to qualified new franchise operators. As a result, Stardust continues to have 102 franchise territories within its system. The optimization reduces Stardust's franchise operator base from 41 to 31, allowing the Company to focus its training, marketing, lead generation, technology, and operational resources on franchisees demonstrating stronger performance and growth potential. Despite representing approximately
"A strong franchise network is built on engaged, high-performing operators who are committed to growing their businesses and the Stardust brand," said Mark Tadros, CEO of Stardust Solar. "This optimization strengthens the foundation of our franchise platform and positions us for more disciplined, productive, and sustainable growth."
By reclaiming underperforming territories, Stardust can relicense select markets to qualified entrepreneurs, potentially generating new franchise fees, training revenue, product sales and recurring franchise revenue. The strategy also provides an opportunity to increase productivity within the existing network while maintaining the Company's geographic territory base. Going forward, management will continue to evaluate the network based on sales productivity, operator engagement, territory performance and revenue generated per franchise relationship. The Company expects to begin marketing select available territories to prospective franchisees as part of its ongoing franchise development strategy.
Stardust remains focused on building a disciplined, scalable and performance-driven franchise platform across distributed energy, commercial solar, battery storage and renewable energy infrastructure. By increasing productivity across its existing network and redeploying reclaimed territories to stronger operators, Stardust is positioned to improve revenue generation, enhance operating leverage and unlock greater value from its 102-territory platform, creating a stronger foundation for scalable growth and long-term shareholder value. This update is one of a series the Company plans to share as Stardust continues its strategic transition to capitalize on evolving energy demand, optimize operations and position the business to create sustainable long-term shareholder value.
About Stardust Solar Energy Inc.
Stardust Solar Energy is a globally expanding renewable energy company supporting the installation, development, training, and deployment of residential, commercial, and utility-scale solar solutions across international markets. The Company operates a diversified solar royalty platform generating recurring revenue through franchise installation operations, accredited training and development licenses and subscriptions, and technology-driven innovation initiatives. Through formal engagement with governments, utilities, and commercial stakeholders, the Company is scaling renewable energy capacity worldwide.
Media and Investor Contacts:
Erica Bearss, MBA, DBA (c)
VP Corporate Communications
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www.stardustsolar.com
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Head Office: + 1-604-620-6733
Stardust Solar Energy Inc.
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FAQ
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How many franchise operators and territories remain in Stardust Solar's network after the terminations?
Stardust Solar retains 31 franchise operators and 102 franchise territories in its system. The company terminated rights for 10 operators covering 16 territories, which are now controlled by head office.
What annual sales requirement applies to Stardust Solar franchisees?
Stardust Solar franchisees are generally required to generate at least $250,000 in annual sales to maintain their franchise rights, subject to their respective agreements. The completed terminations were made under the performance provisions of the applicable franchise agreements, including minimum sales requirements.
How will Stardust Solar evaluate its franchise network going forward?
Management plans to evaluate the network using sales productivity, operator engagement, territory performance and revenue generated per franchise relationship.