Krispy Kreme stock hits 52-week low at $3.92 amid sharp decline

Published 16/04/2025, 20:26
Krispy Kreme stock hits 52-week low at $3.92 amid sharp decline

Krispy Kreme , Inc. (NASDAQ:DNUT) shares have tumbled to a 52-week low, touching down at $3.92, representing a stark 72% decline from its 52-week high of $14.25. According to InvestingPro analysis, the stock’s RSI indicates oversold territory, though the company operates with a significant debt burden of $1.35 billion. This latest price level reflects a stark contrast to the stock’s performance over the past year, with Krispy Kreme experiencing a precipitous decline of over 70%. Despite current challenges, analysts maintain a consensus price target suggesting significant upside potential, with targets ranging from $5 to $17.50. Investors are digesting the significance of this downturn, as the company grapples with factors that may include competitive pressures, operational headwinds, or broader market trends affecting consumer discretionary spending. The steep decline to this new 52-week low has market watchers closely monitoring the company’s strategies for recovery and stabilization in the coming quarters. For deeper insights into DNUT’s valuation and 14+ additional ProTips, visit InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Krispy Kreme has announced plans to enter the Brazilian market through a joint venture with AmPm, with the first store set to open in São Paulo. This expansion is part of the company’s international franchise strategy. Meanwhile, JPMorgan has reduced its price target for Krispy Kreme to $8.00 from $13.00, maintaining an Overweight rating, following the company’s fourth-quarter results and fiscal year 2025 outlook. Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) also downgraded Krispy Kreme to Underweight, citing concerns over the company’s ability to meet its targets and recent cybersecurity issues.

Truist Securities adjusted its price target for Krispy Kreme to $12 from $15, retaining a Buy rating, and noted that the company’s fourth-quarter performance aligned with their estimates, excluding a cyber incident. Despite lower-than-expected guidance for 2025, Truist highlighted Krispy Kreme’s anticipated organic sales growth of 5-7%. The company continues to expand its partnerships, including a significant collaboration with McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD), aiming for presence in 6,000 locations by the end of 2025. Additionally, Krispy Kreme appointed Nicola J. Steele as the new Chief Operating Officer, reflecting the company’s focus on leadership development and internal promotion.

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