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Krispy KremeDNUT -0.42%52 EV-to-FCF is 49.99 as of Aug. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates DNUT with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.07 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 213 Retail - Defensive companies, Krispy Kreme ranks worse than 89.2% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Krispy Kreme's Enterprise Value is $1,867 Mil.
Krispy Kreme's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $37 Mil. Therefore, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF for today is 49.99.
The historical rank and industry rank for Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
DNUT'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -329.78 Med: -27.68 Max: 1846.01
Current: 49.99
During the past 8 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Krispy Kreme was 1846.01. The lowest was -329.78. And the median was -27.68.
DNUT's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 89.2% of 213
companies
in the Retail - Defensive industry
Industry Median: 15.96
vs DNUT: 49.99
EV-to-FCF 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.
EV-to-FCF 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:
Krispy Kreme's share price for today is $3.595.
Krispy Kreme's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $-0.560.
* 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. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Krispy Kreme EV-to-FCF Related Terms
Krispy Kreme EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF 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.
For the Grocery Stores subindustry, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Retail - Defensive Industry
For the Retail - Defensive industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Krispy Kreme's current Enterprise Value is $1,867 Mil.
Krispy Kreme's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $37 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.
Krispy Kreme (DNUT) has a EV-to-FCF of 49.99 as of Aug. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Krispy Kreme and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #190 out of 213 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, placing it in the top 89.2%.
Is Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF too high?
Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-FCF is 49.99. The Retail - Defensive industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.96. Krispy Kreme's value of 49.99 is 213.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #190 out of 213 companies in the Retail - Defensive industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Krispy Kreme has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Krispy Kreme's EV-to-FCF compare to YSWY and VLGEA?
According to the Retail - Defensive industry distribution chart, Krispy Kreme ranks #190 out of 213 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Krispy Kreme in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.96. Krispy Kreme's value of 49.99 is 213.2% above this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Retail - Defensive company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Retail - Defensive companies is 15.96, based on 213 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-FCF of 49.99 is 213.2% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Krispy Kreme and its competitors. For the Retail - Defensive industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.96 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Krispy Kreme's current EV-to-FCF is 49.99. 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 (DNUT) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.07, compared to a current price of $3.60 — trading 49.2% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 49.99 and 213.2% above the Retail - Defensive industry median of 15.96. Krispy Kreme's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Krispy Kreme (DNUT), the current EV-to-FCF is 49.99 as of Aug. 25, 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 (DNUT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krispy Kreme stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $3.60 is trading 49.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $7.07.
GuruFocus considers Krispy Kreme to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for DNUT:
EV-to-FCF: 49.99
GF Value™: $7.07 vs. price of $3.60 (49.2% below fair value)
Industry Position: 213.2% above the Retail - Defensive median (#190 of 213)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DNUT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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.
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