- WKS Restaurant Group increased its ownership stake in Krispy Kreme’s Western U.S. joint venture to 80% from 45%.
- The deal provides about USD 90 million payable to Krispy Kreme, including about USD 50 million in cash at closing.
- The joint venture’s footprint was expanded to include 23 shops in California and Hawaii that were previously operated by Krispy Kreme.
- Unison Capital completed its acquisition of Krispy Kreme’s Japan operations for nearly USD 70 million in cash proceeds.
- Proceeds from the Western U.S. transaction and the Japan sale were earmarked for debt repayment.
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