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This company is no longer publicly traded and cannot be analyzed as an active investment opportunity. The company no longer exists as an independent operating entity as of December 2020. Historical financial data is not current or relevant for active investment analysis.

What is Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc.'s industry? Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (dunkindonuts.com) operates in Cafes and Coffee Shops. AskCyborg classifies Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. under Cafes and Coffee Shops in its company registry.

Dunkin' Brands Group was an American quick-service restaurant holding company that operated Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins, and Mister Donut chains. The company ceased to exist as a public entity in December 2020 when...

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Dunkin' Brands Group was an American quick-service restaurant holding company that operated Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins, and Mister Donut chains. The company ceased to exist as a public entity in December 2020 when it was acquired and merged into Inspire Brands.

Strategic Profile

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Historically, Dunkin' focused on coffee and donut retail through a franchise model. The company faced significant operational challenges in 2020, including a sales slump that led to the permanent closure of 800 locations by year-end.

Competitive Landscape

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Dunkin' competed in the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector against chains like Starbucks (coffee/pastries), McDonald's (breakfast), and independent donut/bakery concepts. Market position is now historical only.

Industry Context

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. operates in Cafes and Coffee Shops.

Key facts

Founded: 1994 · Headquarters: Canton, Massachusetts, US · Revenue: $1.25B (as of May 2026, legacy data post-merger)

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  • Company delisted from NASDAQ in December 2020 following acquisition by Inspire Brands
  • Last reported TTM revenue (May 2026 data) shows $1.25B, reflecting legacy business only
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  • December 2020Company merged into Inspire Brands and delisted from NASDAQ
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StarbucksPremium coffee and beverage chain→McDonald'sFast-food and breakfast competitor→Panera BreadBakery-café with coffee and pastries→

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Dunkin' Brands Group was an American quick-service restaurant holding company that operated Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins, and Mister Donut chains. The company ceased to exist as a public entity in December 2020 when...
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