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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) 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.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) is offering a limited "Malcolm in the Middle Mix Pack" April 10-12, 2026 to coincide with the show's four-episode revival premiere. The Mix Pack includes 10 Original Glazed doughnuts, 10 Original Glazed Doughnut Dots, and 10 Sprinkle Doughnut Dots in a show-inspired dozen box, available in-shop, for pickup, and delivery via the Krispy Kreme app and website.
Fans can find locations at the online store locator and share via #KrispyKreme and @krispykreme social tags.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) launches its Spring Seasonal Collection on April 7, 2026, featuring four limited-time doughnuts and a new seasonal coffee.
The lineup includes two new flavors (HERSHEY’S Double Chocolate and Strawberries and Kreme), two returning fan favorites (Banana Pudding and Original Glazed Blueberry Cake), and a Cookie Blast Latte, available in-shop, drive-thru, pickup and delivery.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) is launching a limited‑edition Artemis II Doughnut to celebrate NASA's planned Artemis II crewed mission. Available March 31–April 2 at participating shops, the Original Glazed® doughnut is topped with blue vanilla icing, OREO® crunch, cookies‑and‑creme buttercream and a red chevron.
Also sold as an Artemis II Specialty Dozen; available in‑shop, pickup, and delivery via the Krispy Kreme app and website.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) advanced its turnaround by refranchising Western U.S. operations and exiting Japan to pay down debt.
On March 23, 2026, WKS increased its JV stake from 45% to 80%, paying about $90 million (≈$50 million cash at closing plus a note). On March 2, 2026, Unison Capital bought Japan operations for nearly $70 million cash. Proceeds were used mainly for debt reduction.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) launches a limited-time Easter Basket Collection beginning March 24, 2026, at participating U.S. shops, for pickup, delivery, app orders, and select retailers.
The collection includes three themed doughnuts: Easter Egg Basket, Strawberry Egg, and Baby Chick, available while supplies last.