Welcome to our dedicated page for Krispy Kreme news (Ticker: DNUT), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Krispy Kreme stock.
Krispy Kreme, Inc. (NASDAQ: DNUT) generates a steady stream of brand, product, and financial news as a global sweet treat company centered on its Original Glazed® doughnut. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and operating in more than 40 countries, the company regularly issues updates that reflect both its consumer-facing promotions and its corporate strategy.
On this page, readers can follow DNUT news ranging from limited-time doughnut collections and menu refreshes to refranchising agreements and quarterly financial results. Recent announcements have highlighted seasonal offerings such as the Winter Seasonal Collection, featuring flavors like Caramel Dulce, Chocolate Truffle, Raspberry Cheesecake, and Cinnamon Sugar Cake doughnuts, as well as collaborations like the Krispy Kreme x Peanuts® Collection with Snoopy- and Charlie Brown–inspired doughnuts.
Investors and customers can also track strategic and financial developments, including Krispy Kreme’s turnaround plan focused on profitable U.S. expansion, capital-light international franchise growth, and refranchising transactions such as the agreement for Unison Capital, Inc. to purchase the company’s operations in Japan. Earnings releases and conference call announcements provide insight into metrics like organic revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, and Global Points of Access.
News items frequently cover marketing campaigns and promotions, including Day of the Dozens, World Kindness Day offers, New Year deals, and menu expansion supported by campaigns like Montell Jordan’s “This is How We Dozen” remix. For anyone tracking Krispy Kreme’s brand activity, product innovation, and corporate updates, this news feed offers a centralized view of the latest DNUT developments and official communications.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) announced international expansion with the grand opening of its first Hot Light Theater Shop in Madrid, Spain on October 2, 2025 via a minority‑interest joint venture with Glaseados Originales S.L.
The company plans >50 locations in Spain over four years, two new São Paulo sites in Brazil before year‑end through a JV with Ipiranga’s AmPM, and a debut in Tashkent, Uzbekistan with a franchisee planning >70 shops over five years.
The rollout follows Krispy Kreme’s capital‑light international franchise model and cites standard forward‑looking risks including food safety and a 2024 cybersecurity incident.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) on Oct. 6 announced its limited-time Trick or Treat! Collection, a Halloween assortment of four themed doughnuts available at participating U.S. shops, for pickup, delivery and select retailers.
The PR states the collection includes the Candy Bag, Cookies and Skreme House, Jack-O-Lantern and Spooky Sprinkle doughnuts, sold in a custom Halloween box. The company also offers two costume-day promotions: a free Original Glazed or Classic Ring doughnut on Oct. 25 and again on Oct. 31, no purchase necessary, at participating U.S. locations.
Krispy Kreme (NYSE:DNUT) has partnered with celebrity Joe Jonas for an extended National Coffee Day celebration spanning three days from September 28-30, 2025. The promotion features two major offers:
First, customers can get an Original Glazed® dozen for $1 with the purchase of any dozen at regular price from Saturday through Monday. Additionally, on National Coffee Day (Monday, September 29), visitors to participating locations can receive a FREE medium hot or iced coffee and a FREE doughnut of their choice with no purchase necessary.
The offers are available through in-shop purchases, drive-thru, and for the BOGO deal, through online ordering using promo code BOGO1.
Krispy Kreme (NYSE:DNUT) has launched its limited-time Fall Fair Collection, featuring four new doughnuts inspired by classic fair treats, available from September 15, 2025 at participating locations.
The collection includes the Cotton Candy Doughnut with blue icing and cotton candy-flavored elements, the Kreme™ Puff Doughnut filled with rich Kreme™, the Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Doughnut with apple cinnamon filling and caramel icing, and the Caramel Churro Doughnut coated in cinnamon sugar.
The doughnuts are available individually or by the dozen, for in-shop purchase, pickup, or delivery through Krispy Kreme's app and website.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) is bringing back its popular Chocolate Original Glazed® Doughnuts from September 12-15, 2025, in celebration of International Chocolate Day. This marks only the second appearance of this special offering in 2025, following its brief return during World Chocolate Day in July.
The company is offering a special promotion where customers can get 50% off a dozen Chocolate Original Glazed® doughnuts when purchasing any dozen at regular price. The chocolate-coated version of their iconic Original Glazed® doughnuts will be available in-shop and through the company's digital platforms for pickup or delivery.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) has announced a magical collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, launching the Harry Potter™: Houses of Hogwarts™ Collection starting August 18, 2025. The limited-time collection features five themed doughnuts representing the four Hogwarts houses and a special Sorting Hat™ doughnut with mystery filling.
The company will offer a free Original Glazed® doughnut on August 23 to customers who show their Hogwarts house pride. Additionally, starting September 1, customers can enter to win a trip to Universal Studios' Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The collection is complemented by a new Golden Snitch™ Latte, featuring caramel toffee flavors and premium toppings.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) reported challenging Q2 2025 financial results and announced a comprehensive turnaround plan. The company posted net revenue of $379.8 million, down 13.5% year-over-year, with a significant GAAP net loss of $441.1 million, including $406.9 million in non-cash impairment charges.
The company's turnaround strategy focuses on four key areas: refranchising international markets, improving return on invested capital, expanding margins through operational efficiency, and driving sustainable U.S. growth. Notable developments include the termination of the McDonald's USA partnership on July 2, 2025, and the sale of remaining stake in Insomnia Cookies for $75 million to reduce debt.
Krispy Kreme's Adjusted EBITDA declined to $20.1 million with a margin of 5.3%, while maintaining 18,113 global points of access. The company has halted its quarterly dividend and is actively pursuing refranchising opportunities in markets including Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Mexico, and the UK.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) has announced the return of its popular Pumpkin Spice Original Glazed doughnut for a limited one-week period from August 11 to August 17, 2025. This year's availability extends beyond last year's three-day window, responding to early seasonal demand from pumpkin spice enthusiasts.
The company is also introducing three permanent fall menu items: the Original Glazed Pumpkin Spice Cake Doughnut, Pumpkin Spice Latte (available hot, iced, or frozen), and Pumpkin Spice Coffee. These items will remain available throughout the fall season. Customers can purchase the products in-shop, through the Krispy Kreme app, or via their website, with Pumpkin Spice Cake doughnuts also available in 6-packs at select retailers.
Krispy Kreme (NYSE:DNUT) has launched its new limited-time 'Passport to Italy' Collection, featuring three Italian dessert-inspired doughnuts available from July 29, 2025. The collection includes a Cannoli Inspired Doughnut with chocolate icing and cookie crunch, a Limone Delight Doughnut filled with lemon-flavored Kreme™, and a Tiramisu Inspired Doughnut with tiramisu flavored Kreme™.
The doughnuts are available for purchase individually or by the dozen through Krispy Kreme shops, their app, and website. This limited-edition collection aims to bring Italian dessert traditions to customers without requiring international travel.
Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ: DNUT) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings announcement for August 7, 2025. The company will host a conference call and webcast at 8:30 AM ET to discuss the results.
A slide presentation will be available on the investor relations website before the call. Interested parties can register for the event through a provided link, after which they will receive dial-in details and conference call codes. The webcast, Q&A session, and presentation materials will be accessible at investors.krispykreme.com, with a replay available for 12 months following the call.