Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT) EV-to-EBITDA: -4.88 (As of Aug. 03, 2026)

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MEX:DNUT Krispy Kreme Inc MEX:DNUT
42 GF Score
Price MXN55.30
GF Value MXN150.62
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Krispy Kreme EV-to-EBITDA?

Krispy Kreme MEX:DNUT -1.06% 42 EV-to-EBITDA is -4.88 as of Aug. 03, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:DNUT with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN150.62 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 270 Retail - Defensive companies, Krispy Kreme ranks worse than 370370% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Krispy Kreme's enterprise value is MXN30,359 Mil. Krispy Kreme's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN-6,217 Mil. Therefore, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA for today is -4.88.

The historical rank and industry rank for Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:DNUT' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -8.17   Med: 24.26   Max: 41.18
Current: -5.34

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Krispy Kreme was 41.18. The lowest was -8.17. And the median was 24.26.

MEX:DNUT's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
100% of 270 companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 8.61 vs MEX:DNUT: -5.34

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-03), Krispy Kreme's stock price is MXN55.30. Krispy Kreme's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN-56.450. Therefore, Krispy Kreme's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is At Loss.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Krispy Kreme  (MEX:DNUT) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Krispy Kreme's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=55.30/-56.450
=At Loss

Krispy Kreme's share price for today is MXN55.30.
Krispy Kreme's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN-56.450.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Krispy Kreme EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Krispy Kreme EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Krispy Kreme EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Krispy Kreme Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 31.40 22.30 29.55 14.13 -6.07

Krispy Kreme Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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MEX:DNUT vs YSWY, VLGEA, NGVC: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Grocery Stores subindustry, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Krispy Kreme EV-to-EBITDA vs Retail - Defensive Industry

For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


MEX:DNUT
42GF Score
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Krispy Kreme EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=30359.266/-6216.796
=-4.88

Krispy Kreme's current Enterprise Value is MXN30,359 Mil.
Krispy Kreme's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN-6,217 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of -4.88 mean?
Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT) has a EV-to-EBITDA of -4.88 as of Aug. 03, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Krispy Kreme. According to the industry distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #999999 out of 270 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry.
Is Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.88. Based on the distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #999999 out of 270 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Krispy Kreme has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Krispy Kreme's EV-to-EBITDA compare to YSWY and VLGEA?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #999999 out of 270 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Krispy Kreme in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.61. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Retail - Defensive companies is 8.61, based on 270 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Krispy Kreme. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.61 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.88. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Krispy Kreme stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN150.62, compared to a current price of MXN55.30 — trading 63.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.88. Krispy Kreme's overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT), the current EV-to-EBITDA is -4.88 as of Aug. 03, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krispy Kreme stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN55.30 is trading 63.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN150.62. GuruFocus considers Krispy Kreme to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MEX:DNUT:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: -4.88
  • GF Value™: MXN150.62 vs. price of MXN55.30 (63.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:DNUT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Krispy Kreme Business Description

Other Exchanges DNUT:USA9YM:Germany
Address 2116 Hawkins Street, Suite 101, Charlotte, NC, USA, 28203
Krispy Kreme Inc is a sweet-treat brand company. The company's Original Glazed doughnut is recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-mouth experience. It operates through its network of fresh Doughnut Shops, partnerships with retailers, and a growing e-commerce and delivery business. The company conducts its business through the following three reported segments: U.S., which includes all operations in the United States; International, which includes operations in the U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Japan, and Mexico; and Market Development, which includes franchise operations world-wide. It derives maximum revenue from the U.S. segment.
42GF Score

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