Krispy Kreme officer surrenders 466 shares for taxes

Krispy Kreme, Inc. reported a routine tax-withholding share disposition by a senior executive.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Krispy Kreme, Inc. reported a routine tax-withholding share disposition by a senior executive. Chief Brand & Product Officer Alison Holder had 466 shares of common stock surrendered on April 2, 2026 at $3.38 per share to cover taxes on vesting restricted stock units.

The filing shows she now holds equity tied to 326,073 shares, including 49,759 shares held directly and 276,314 unvested RSUs. The transaction is compensation-related rather than an open-market sale.

Insider Trade Summary

Exercise Price or Tax Liability: 466 shares

Exercise Price or Tax Liability 1 txn

Insider Holder Alison

Role Chief Brand & Product Officer

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Exercise Price or Tax Liability	Common Stock	466	$3.38	$2K

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 326,073 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (2)

1. F1. Reported transaction consists of shares surrendered to cover tax withholding for the vesting of restricted stock units ("RSUs").
2. F2. Direct: 49,759, Unvested RSUs: 276,314.

Key Figures

Shares surrendered for tax withholding: 466 shares Tax withholding share value: $3.38 per share Total equity-linked shares after transaction: 326,073 shares +2 more

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Shares surrendered for tax withholding 466 shares Covering tax on RSU vesting on April 2, 2026

Tax withholding share value $3.38 per share Valuation used for 466 surrendered shares

Total equity-linked shares after transaction 326,073 shares Combined direct holdings and unvested RSUs after disposition

Direct common shares held 49,759 shares Direct ownership reported in footnote

Unvested RSUs 276,314 units Restricted stock units outstanding after vesting event

Key Terms

restricted stock units, tax withholding, Form 4, Chief Brand & Product Officer

4 terms

restricted stock units financial

"shares surrendered to cover tax withholding for the vesting of restricted stock units"

Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.

tax withholding financial

"shares surrendered to cover tax withholding for the vesting of restricted stock units"

Tax withholding is the practice of taking a portion of a payment—such as wages, dividends, or sale proceeds—before it reaches the recipient and sending that portion to the tax authority as an advance on the recipient’s eventual tax bill. For investors it matters because withholding reduces immediate cash received and affects after‑tax returns, estimated tax payments, and whether you may owe more or receive a refund when taxes are finally calculated, like having a small automatic savings set aside for your tax bill.

Form 4 regulatory

"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4):"

Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.

Chief Brand & Product Officer financial

"officer_title": "Chief Brand & Product Officer""

FAQ

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What insider transaction did Krispy Kreme (DNUT) report for Alison Holder?

Krispy Kreme reported a compensation-related transaction where Alison Holder had 466 common shares surrendered. The shares were used to cover tax withholding arising from the vesting of restricted stock units, rather than being sold in the open market.

At what price were the 466 Krispy Kreme (DNUT) shares valued for tax withholding?

The 466 Krispy Kreme shares used for tax withholding were valued at $3.38 per share. This value is applied solely for covering the tax obligation triggered by restricted stock unit vesting, not as part of an open-market sale transaction.

How many Krispy Kreme (DNUT) shares does Alison Holder hold after this Form 4?

After the reported transaction, Alison Holder is shown with equity tied to 326,073 shares. This consists of 49,759 shares held directly plus 276,314 unvested restricted stock units that may convert into shares as they vest over time.

Was the Krispy Kreme (DNUT) Form 4 transaction an open-market sale by Alison Holder?

No, the Form 4 states the 466 shares were surrendered to satisfy tax withholding on RSU vesting. This is a standard compensation mechanism and does not represent an open-market decision to sell shares for investment or portfolio reasons.

What role does Alison Holder hold at Krispy Kreme (DNUT)?

Alison Holder is Krispy Kreme’s Chief Brand & Product Officer. The Form 4 reflects equity activity related to her compensation, specifically tax withholding on restricted stock unit vesting rather than discretionary buying or selling in the market.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 04/06/2026 - 04:35 PM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Holder Alison

(Last) (First) (Middle)

C/O KRISPY KREME, INC.

2116 HAWKINS STREET, SUITE 101

(Street)

CHARLOTTE NORTH CAROLINA 28203

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Krispy Kreme, Inc. [ DNUT ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	Chief Brand & Product Officer

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/02/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Common Stock	04/02/2026		F		466(1)	D	$3.38	326,073(2)	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares

Explanation of Responses:

1. Reported transaction consists of shares surrendered to cover tax withholding for the vesting of restricted stock units ("RSUs").

2. Direct: 49,759, Unvested RSUs: 276,314.

Remarks:

	/s/ Christine McDevitt, Attorney-in-fact	04/06/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)