Krispy Kreme (DNUT) News Today

Krispy Kreme, Inc. (DNUT) shares have trended lower as investors weigh a slew of legal filings and analyst downgrades against a one-day promotional boost for the company’s 88th anniversary. Key developments include:

• Positive Sentiment: Krispy Kreme is marking its 88th birthday on July 18 with 88-cent Original Glazed® dozens, a promotion expected to drive foot traffic and boost short-term sales. KRISPY KREME® Celebrates 88th Birthday
• Negative Sentiment: Multiple law firms—including Faruqi & Faruqi, Bragar Eagel & Squire, Levi & Korsinsky, the Schall Law Firm, the DJS Law Group, and the Gross Law Firm—have filed or are soliciting lead-plaintiff claims in securities class actions against Krispy Kreme, reminding investors of July 15 deadlines. Faruqi & Faruqi Investigation
• Negative Sentiment: DNUT stock fell after analysts at Morgan Stanley cut their price target from $3.00 to $2.50 while maintaining an “overweight” rating, and following a broader downgrade that drove shares down roughly 6%. Price Target Lowered to $2.50
• Negative Sentiment: A MarketBeat analysis named Krispy Kreme the worst performer among fast-food stocks in 2025, citing the loss of its McDonald’s distribution deal and significant same-store sales declines. 3 Fast Food Stocks That Won’t Give You Indigestion Right Now