Krispy Kreme, Inc.

NasdaqGS:DNUT Stock Report

Market Cap: US$657.8m

Krispy Kreme Dividends and Buybacks

Dividend criteria checks 0/6

Krispy Kreme does not currently pay a dividend.

Key information

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Dividend yield

0.2%

Buyback Yield

Total Shareholder Yield0.2%
Future Dividend Yield0.7%
Dividend Growth0%
Next dividend pay daten/a
Ex dividend daten/a
Dividend per sharen/a
Payout ratio0%

Recent dividend and buyback updates

Recent updates

DNUT: Revenue Execution And Margin Expansion Will Support Future Re Rating

The analyst fair value estimate for Krispy Kreme has moved from $5.00 to $6.00, with analysts citing recent price target adjustments, including Citi's lift to $4.00 and mixed views across the Street, as they refine assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Krispy Kreme have given investors a clearer sense of how the Street is thinking about the stock's risk and reward trade off.

Krispy Kreme: A Better Business, But Still Not A Better Stock

Apr 22

DNUT: Execution Risks Around Expansion Plans Will Restrain Future P/E Multiple

Analysts have nudged Krispy Kreme's average price target to $4.00, representing a modest increase supported by slightly higher revenue growth and updated views reflected in recent target revisions across several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Krispy Kreme reflects a mix of optimism and restraint, with price target changes clustered in a narrow range around US$4.

DNUT: Execution Risks And Flat Margins Will Restrain Future P/E Multiple

Krispy Kreme’s analyst price target has shifted modestly, with moves such as Citi’s raise to $4 from $3.95 and other recent target revisions reflecting analysts’ updated views on its growth, margins and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Krispy Kreme points to a mixed but generally cautious tone.

DNUT: Slower Revenue Assumptions And Richer P/E Will Pressure Fair Value

Analysts have inched their average price target on Krispy Kreme up to about $4, reflecting tweaks to their models that include more modest revenue growth expectations, slightly higher profit margins and a richer future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent research has been mixed, with some price target adjustments pointing to a more cautious stance on Krispy Kreme.

DNUT: Mixed Street Views And Margin Assumptions Will Shape Fair Value Outlook

Analysts have adjusted their view on Krispy Kreme, raising the fair value estimate to $3.00 from $2.50, based on research that incorporates updated expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent street research on Krispy Kreme reflects a mixed but cautious tone, with price target revisions that highlight both potential and perceived risks.

Little Excitement Around Krispy Kreme, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:DNUT) Revenues As Shares Take 31% Pounding

Feb 12
Little Excitement Around Krispy Kreme, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:DNUT) Revenues As Shares Take 31% Pounding

DNUT: Execution On Revenue And Margin Plans Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have updated their view on Krispy Kreme with a lower implied price target of about US$5, reflecting slightly revised fair value assumptions, a modestly adjusted discount rate and updated expectations for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples drawn from recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Krispy Kreme has been mixed, with some firms trimming price targets while others edge them higher.

DNUT: Improved Earnings Framework Will Support Long-Term Upside Potential

Analysts have lifted their price target on Krispy Kreme by US$0.50, supported by slightly higher assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Together these factors point to a modestly improved earnings outlook.

Is Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) Using Debt Sensibly?

Jan 15
Is Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) Using Debt Sensibly?

DNUT: International Expansion And Menu Refresh Will Support Long-Term Upside Potential

Analysts have lifted their price target on Krispy Kreme, citing updated assumptions that now reflect revenue growth of 6.80%, a profit margin of 8.07% and a future P/E of 9.86, while keeping estimated fair value at $6.00 and the discount rate at 12.5%. What's in the News Krispy Kreme is partnering with Peanuts for the first time in the U.S., launching a limited time Krispy Kreme x Peanuts holiday doughnut collection featuring Snoopy, Charlie Brown and themed designs, along with a custom dozen box available at participating U.S. stores.

DNUT: International Expansion And Menu Refresh Will Drive Long-Term Upside

Analysts have cut their fair value estimate for Krispy Kreme from approximately $11.34 to $6.00 per share, citing a sharp reduction in expected profit margins and a higher assumed future valuation multiple, despite slightly stronger projected revenue growth. What's in the News Krispy Kreme launches its first ever U.S. collaboration with Peanuts, introducing a limited time Krispy Kreme x Peanuts holiday doughnut collection featuring new Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and Christmas themed varieties, plus returning seasonal favorites and a custom dozen box available starting November 29.

DNUT: Global Expansion And Menu Refresh Will Balance Execution Risks Ahead

Analysts have slightly increased their price target for Krispy Kreme to $3.83 per share, citing marginal adjustments to profit margin outlook and updated valuation models. What's in the News Krispy Kreme partners with Peanuts to launch a festive holiday doughnut collection, including three all-new flavors and two returning favorites.

DNUT: Expansion Into Retailers And Execution Risks Will Shape Outlook

Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Krispy Kreme to $3.83 from $3.70, citing modest improvements in projected revenue growth. However, they continue to note ongoing concerns about execution risk highlighted in recent research.

Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Surges 27% Yet Its Low P/S Is No Reason For Excitement

Nov 16
Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Surges 27% Yet Its Low P/S Is No Reason For Excitement

DNUT: Big-Box Retail Push And Global Expansion Will Balance Domestic Uncertainty

Analysts have lowered their price target for Krispy Kreme, citing concerns about execution risk and decreased visibility in the U.S. market following the canceled McDonald's partnership. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst commentary on Krispy Kreme highlights both optimistic and cautious viewpoints regarding the company's outlook and execution following the canceled McDonald's partnership.

International Franchising And Digital Sales Will Expand Global Reach

Narrative Update on Krispy Kreme Analysts have left their price target for Krispy Kreme unchanged at $3.70. They cite continued caution due to execution risks and ongoing weakness in the U.S. business as the company implements its turnaround plan.

International Franchising And Digital Sales Will Expand Global Reach

Krispy Kreme's fair value price target has been lowered from $4.03 to $3.70 per share. Analysts cite ongoing execution risks and recent business challenges as key factors for the more cautious outlook.

Why Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Could Be Worth Watching

Sep 11
Why Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Could Be Worth Watching

International Franchising And Digital Sales Will Expand Global Reach

Krispy Kreme’s consensus price target has been sharply reduced as analysts cite execution risk and weak U.S. trends following the cancelled McDonald’s partnership, with most downside already reflected in the shares, lowering fair value from $5.17 to $4.03. Analyst Commentary JPMorgan sees Krispy Kreme in "survivor mode" after the cancelled McDonald's launch, with the turnaround plan carrying significant execution risk due to ongoing declines in the U.S. business.

Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Looks Inexpensive But Perhaps Not Attractive Enough

Aug 09
Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Looks Inexpensive But Perhaps Not Attractive Enough

Krispy Kreme: Upside From Here Is Much More Attractive

Apr 12

Is Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Trading At A 27% Discount?

Mar 31
Is Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Trading At A 27% Discount?

Krispy Kreme: Sweet Growth, Bitter Cyber Setback

Mar 09

Benign Growth For Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Underpins Stock's 33% Plummet

Mar 04
Benign Growth For Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Underpins Stock's 33% Plummet

Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) Use Of Debt Could Be Considered Risky

Feb 21
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) Use Of Debt Could Be Considered Risky

Krispy Kreme's McDonald's Deal Promises Growth - But Can It Deliver?

Feb 21
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McDonald's Partnership Expansion Will Broaden Distribution, But Margins May Decline

Expanded partnerships and distribution networks are poised to boost revenue and brand awareness in both domestic and international markets.

Returns On Capital Signal Difficult Times Ahead For Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT)

Feb 03
Returns On Capital Signal Difficult Times Ahead For Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT)

Improved Revenues Required Before Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Shares Find Their Feet

Jan 15
Improved Revenues Required Before Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) Shares Find Their Feet

Is There Now An Opportunity In Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT)?

Dec 06
Is There Now An Opportunity In Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT)?

Krispy Kreme: Original Glazed And Big Mac May Be Priced

Dec 03

Krispy Kreme: Executing Well On The McDonald's Partnership Strategy

Nov 19

Why Krispy Kreme's (NASDAQ:DNUT) Earnings Are Weaker Than They Seem

Nov 15
Why Krispy Kreme's (NASDAQ:DNUT) Earnings Are Weaker Than They Seem

Stability and Growth of Payments

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Stable Dividend: Insufficient data to determine if DNUT's dividends per share have been stable in the past.

Growing Dividend: Insufficient data to determine if DNUT's dividend payments have been increasing.


Dividend Yield vs Market

Krispy Kreme Dividend Yield vs Market
How does DNUT dividend yield compare to the market?
SegmentDividend Yield
Company (DNUT)0%
Market Bottom 25% (US)1.4%
Market Top 25% (US)4.2%
Industry Average (Hospitality)2.2%
Analyst forecast (DNUT) (up to 3 years)0.7%

Notable Dividend: Unable to evaluate DNUT's dividend yield against the bottom 25% of dividend payers, as the company has not reported any recent payouts.

High Dividend: Unable to evaluate DNUT's dividend yield against the top 25% of dividend payers, as the company has not reported any recent payouts.


Earnings Payout to Shareholders

Earnings Coverage: DNUT is not paying a notable dividend for the US market.


Cash Payout to Shareholders

Cash Flow Coverage: Unable to calculate sustainability of dividends as DNUT has not reported any payouts.


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/04 04:21
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/01 00:00
Earnings2025/12/28
Annual Earnings2025/12/28

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Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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Market Prices30 years
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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Krispy Kreme, Inc. is covered by 23 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Jaafar MestariBNP Paribas
Sara SenatoreBofA Global Research
Mark KalinowskiBrean Capital Historical (Janney Montgomery)