Debt-to-Equity Ratio

Krispy Kreme's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.70x means the company uses 70 cents of debt for every dollar of shareholders' equity—a measure of financial leverage that indicates moderate reliance on borrowing.

This sits slightly below the consumer defensive sector median of 0.73x, placing the company at the 42nd percentile among peers, meaning it has lower leverage than about 58% of comparable firms. The year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter changes are both listed as N/A, so no trend data is available to assess whether leverage is rising or falling. With a moderate level and no directional trend, the risk profile is neutral on this metric alone—neither a clear call for caution nor an all-clear signal. This metric does not contradict the overall CAUTIOUS verdict, as the acceptable debt level aligns with a cautious stance that typically favors financial stability over aggressive borrowing.

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