Why Does Dunkin’ Have a Doughnut Shortage? What to Know [Video]

In a turn of events that has left morning routines upended, some Dunkin’ locations across several U.S. states are experiencing a temporary shortage of their beloved doughnuts.

Newsweek has emailed Dunkin’ public relations and Inspire Brands, its parent company, on Saturday morning for additional comment.

Why It Matters

Dunkin’ is one of the world’s largest coffee and doughnut brands, boasting over 13,200 restaurants globally. Founded in Massachusetts in 1950, the company has become a staple in the coffee and doughnut industry. In 2020, Dunkin’ was acquired for $11.3 billion by Inspire Brands, an Atlanta-based private equity firm that also owns Arby’s and Buffalo Wild Wings.

What to Know

Previously known as Dunkin’ Donuts, in 2018 the company announced that it was dropping “Donuts” from its name in a rebrand to increase focus on its coffee and other drinks, which made up of a majority of its sales.

Dunkin’ has attributed the shortage of its doughnuts to a …