Krispy Kreme's turnaround is gaining traction, with second-quarter adjusted EBITDA jumping 43 percent to $28.8 million and adjusted EBITDA margin expanding 340 basis points to 8.7 percent, even as net revenue fell 13 percent to $331 million due to refranchising and the end of its McDonald's partnership. Systemwide sales excluding the McDonald's impact rose 2.6 percent, while U.S. organic revenue grew 4.4 percent on the same basis. The company has rebuilt fresh-delivery distribution by adding roughly 450 doors year-to-date through retailers including Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Sam's Club, driving average weekly sales per U.S. door up 33 percent to approximately $697. CEO Josh Charlesworth said production utilization is only about 25 percent, leaving ample capacity to expand without heavy capital spending, and the chain is on track for at least 100 new shops in 2026, nearly all opened by franchisees.
Krispy Kreme IncAdjusted EBITDA up 43% and margin expansion signal improved profitability.
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