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Krispy Kreme reports news on its global sweet-treat business, including fresh doughnut shops, retail partnerships, digital sales and franchise operations in more than 40 countries. Company updates frequently reference the Original Glazed® doughnut, limited-time flavor collections, brand collaborations and seasonal promotions that support traffic across its consumer channels.
Financial and corporate news for DNUT also covers quarterly results, systemwide sales, adjusted EBITDA, free cash flow, balance-sheet leverage and management's turnaround plan. Recurring developments include capital-light international growth, refranchising activity, U.S. access to fresh doughnuts and strategic actions tied to underperforming doors, logistics and franchise partnerships.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) is celebrating the Class of 2026 with a free doughnut offer. On Thursday, May 21, high school and college graduates can receive a FREE 3-pack of Original Glazed doughnuts at participating shops by wearing Class of 2026 gear or graduation regalia.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) has brought back its fan-favorite Original Glazed® Lemon Filled Doughnut, available starting May 18, 2026, for a limited time at participating U.S. shops.
The doughnut features an Original Glazed® shell with citrusy lemon filling and is offered in-shop, pickup, and delivery.
Krispy Kreme (DNUT) is launching limited-time Orange Dreamsicle Original Glazed doughnuts, inspired by orange-and-cream ice cream, at participating shops from May 14–17.
Guests can buy an Orange Dreamsicle Original Glazed dozen for $5 with any regularly priced dozen, with in‑shop and online limits.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) reported Q1 2026 results: net revenue $367.0M (-2.2% YoY), GAAP net loss $22.7M (improved), Adjusted EBITDA $33.1M (+38%), and free cash flow $11.4M. Systemwide sales were $485.3M; global points of access fell to 15,125 due to strategic closures. The company closed Japan and Western U.S. refranchising deals, reduced capex 66% in Q1, and updated 2026 guidance: net revenue $1.25–1.35B and Adjusted EBITDA $140–150M.
Krispy Kreme (DNUT) launched the limited‑time Minis for Mom Collection for Mother’s Day, available May 7–10 at participating shops, online, and via app.
The 16‑count specialty box contains four each of two new minis — Mini Strawberries & Crème and Mini Heart of Gold — plus Mini Original Glazed and Mini Chocolate Iced with Sprinkles.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) will release its first quarter 2026 earnings on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Results and a slide presentation will be posted at 6:45 AM ET on the investor website, followed by a live conference call and webcast at 8:30 AM ET.
A replay, press release, and materials will be available on the investor site for 12 months after the call.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) and Milk Bar, led by pastry chef Christina Tosi, launched a limited-time doughnut collection beginning April 21, 2026. The collaboration features three Milk Bar–inspired doughnuts: Birthday Cake, Milk Bar Pie, and Compost Cookie, available in-shop, for pickup, delivery and at select retailers.
The collection is sold individually and by the dozen, with a six-pack option pairing Milk Bar Birthday Cake with Original Glazed® at select grocery retailers.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) is expanding into the Netherlands via a franchise agreement with Jafa Holding BV; the first Hot Light Theater Shop is expected to open in late 2026.
The company plans approximately 30 locations in the Netherlands over five years, aims to open at least 100 shops globally, and to enter 3–4 new international markets this year using its capital-light franchise model.
Krispy Kreme (DNUT) is bringing back its limited-time Strawberry Original Glazed doughnut April 16–19, 2026, with a promo: buy any dozen and get a Strawberry Original Glazed dozen for $5.
The Strawberry Original Glazed returns for the fifth time since 2020 and its first appearance since May 2025; availability is in participating U.S. shops while supplies last. Online pickup/delivery orders require promo code STRAWBERRY, with guest limits noted.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) is offering a Tax Day promotion on April 15, 2026: receive a free Original Glazed dozen with purchase of any dozen at regular price in shop or drive‑thru, limit two dozen per guest. Online pickup or delivery orders use promo code TAXBREAK, limit one free dozen.
The offer coincides with Krispy Kreme’s Spring Seasonal Collection and is available via the Krispy Kreme app, website, and participating shops; see the company for full terms and availability.