Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT) EV-to-OCF: 22.71 (As of Aug. 03, 2026) — 34% Below Median

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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-OCF?

Krispy Kreme MEX:DNUT -1.06% 42 EV-to-OCF is 22.71 as of Aug. 03, 2026, which is 34% below its 10-year median of 34.55. 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 313 Retail - Defensive companies, Krispy Kreme ranks worse than 87.86% on this metric.

EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Krispy Kreme's Enterprise Value is MXN30,359 Mil. Krispy Kreme's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN1,337 Mil. Therefore, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-OCF for today is 22.71.

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

MEX:DNUT' s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -94.57   Med: 34.55   Max: 240.34
Current: 23.33

During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Krispy Kreme was 240.34. The lowest was -94.57. And the median was 34.55.

MEX:DNUT's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than
87.86% of 313 companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 7.75 vs MEX:DNUT: 23.33

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

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.


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

EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Krispy Kreme EV-to-OCF Related Terms


Krispy Kreme EV-to-OCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Krispy Kreme's EV-to-OCF 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-OCF Chart

Krispy Kreme Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-OCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 31.24 21.72 87.75 65.79 61.16

Krispy Kreme Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-OCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 53.85 -83.41 131.24 61.16 23.83

MEX:DNUT vs YSWY, VLGEA, NGVC: EV-to-OCF Comparison

For the Grocery Stores subindustry, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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-OCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry

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

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


MEX:DNUT
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Krispy Kreme EV-to-OCF Calculation

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

EV-to-OCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Cash Flow from Operations (TTM)
=30359.266/1337.116
=22.71

Krispy Kreme's current Enterprise Value is MXN30,359 Mil.
Krispy Kreme's Cash Flow from Operations 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 MXN1,337 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-OCF →
What does a EV-to-OCF of 22.71 mean?
Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT) has a EV-to-OCF of 22.71 as of Aug. 03, 2026. This is 34% below median its historical median of 34.55. According to the industry distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #275 out of 313 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 87.9%.
Is Krispy Kreme's EV-to-OCF too high?
Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-OCF of 22.71 is 34% below median its 10-year median of 34.55. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.75. Krispy Kreme's value of 22.71 is 193% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #275 out of 313 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-OCF compare to YSWY and VLGEA?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #275 out of 313 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Krispy Kreme in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.75. Krispy Kreme's value of 22.71 is 193% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 34.55 vs. the industry median of 7.75, Krispy Kreme has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 7.75, based on 313 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-OCF of 22.71 is 193% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.75 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-OCF is 22.71, which is 34% below median its own 10-year median of 34.55. 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-OCF is 22.71, which is 34% below median its 10-year median of 34.55 and 193% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 7.75. 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-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Krispy Kreme (MEX:DNUT), the current EV-to-OCF is 22.71 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-OCF: 22.71 (34% below median its 10-year median of 34.55)
  • GF Value™: MXN150.62 vs. price of MXN55.30 (63.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 193% above the Retail - Defensive median (#275 of 313)

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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