Jubilant FoodWorks has announced it will not renew its franchise agreement with Dunkin’ in India after the current pact expires on December 31, 2026, marking the end of its association with the coffee-and-doughnut brand in the country.
The company said it will evaluate strategic options for its existing Dunkin’ outlets, including a potential sale or transfer of franchise rights, in consultation with Dunkin’.
Jubilant’s decision comes amid continued struggles to scale the Dunkin’ brand in India, where it has failed to gain significant traction in a highly competitive café and quick-service restaurant (QSR) market. As of December 2025, the company operated 27 Dunkin’ stores, having already shut seven outlets over the past year.
Financially, Dunkin’ remained a minor contributor to Jubilant’s overall business, accounting for just 0.61% of total revenue and posting a loss of approximately ₹19.1 crore in FY2025, according to company filings. Jubilant clarified that the exit is not expected to have any material impact on its operations or financial performance.
The move reflects a strategic pivot toward higher-growth and more scalable brands within its portfolio. Jubilant will continue to prioritise its market-leading Domino’s franchise in India, while also expanding newer ventures such as Popeyes, which has been gaining traction in the country’s fast-growing fried chicken segment.
The development comes as Jubilant FoodWorks reported a 65% year-on-year rise in quarterly profit to ₹70.9 crore for the October–December period, underlining the strength of its core operations even as it exits underperforming segments.
Jubilant had originally introduced Dunkin’ in India with ambitions to build a strong café-led QSR business. However, shifting consumer preferences, intense competition, and execution challenges limited the brand’s growth, prompting the company to streamline its portfolio and focus on more profitable verticals.