Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd is in advanced discussions with Inspire Brands to transfer the India franchise rights of Dunkin’, as it prepares to exit the business at the end of its franchise term in 2026.
The company’s master franchise agreement for Dunkin’ in India, signed in 2011, is set to expire on December 31, 2026, and will not be renewed following a strategic portfolio review. Jubilant had launched Dunkin’ in India in 2012, initially positioning it as a full-service café brand before pivoting to a more value-driven, takeaway-focused format.
Discussions currently underway are aimed at facilitating an early transition of franchise rights to Inspire Brands, Dunkin’s global parent since 2020. The US-based restaurant group is expected to evaluate the brand’s next phase in India, including the possibility of appointing a new master franchise partner or restructuring operations under a different model.
Jubilant’s exit follows years of underperformance of the Dunkin’ business in India. The brand has remained a marginal contributor to the company’s overall portfolio, accounting for around 0.6% of revenue in FY25, while continuing to report losses estimated at approximately ₹19 crore during the year.
Store presence has also remained limited. As of late 2025, Dunkin’ operated about 27 outlets in India, with several closures over the past year reflecting ongoing rationalisation efforts.
The decision to step away from Dunkin’ aligns with Jubilant FoodWorks’ broader strategy to sharpen focus on core growth engines, particularly Domino’s Pizza, which continues to anchor its India operations, alongside investments in emerging brands within its portfolio.
For Inspire Brands, the potential transfer ensures continuity of Dunkin’ in a key international market, even as it reassesses the brand’s positioning and expansion strategy in India’s highly competitive café and quick-service restaurant landscape.
