WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) announced today that its Board of Directors has Directors increased the Company’s current share repurchase program from $80 million to $105 million. The current authorization was originally approved by the Company’s Board of Directors in July 2013, and was increased from $50 million to $80 million earlier this year. Including the increase announced today, there is approximately $50 million remaining for future purchases under the program.
Repurchases may be made from time to time in either open market or private transactions, in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission requirements. As of August 3, 2014, the Company had approximately 64 million shares outstanding.
"We view this additional repurchase authorization as an affirmation of our positive outlook for the future,” commented James H. Morgan, Executive Chairman. “We are confident we have the capital resources to continue to implement and expand the scope of our systemwide growth plans. While we always seek to first deploy cash to grow the business, we will complement that usage, as appropriate, with other means of increasing shareholder value. The repurchase authorization announced today reflects our desire to further enhance shareholder returns when our cash flow generation exceeds our current needs and when doing so is in the best interests of our shareholders."
About Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is a leading branded specialty retailer and wholesaler of premium quality sweet treats and complementary products, including its signature Original Glazed® doughnut. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC, the Company has offered the highest quality doughnuts and great tasting coffee since it was founded in 1937. Today, there are over 880 Krispy Kreme shops in more than 20 countries around the world. Connect with Krispy Kreme at www.krispykreme.com.
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