In October 2020, Dunkin' Brands stated that the company was in conversation with Inspire Brands, a private equity-backed company, negotiating to sell the company. The potential deal would place Dunkin' Donuts within the Inspire Brands' portfolio. It was announced on Saturday, October 31, 2020, by Inspire Brands Inc. that they would be acquiring Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. for $11.3 billion, which would include Dunkin’ Brands’ debt that Inspire Brands would be taking on. Inspire will pay $106.50 in cash for all of Dunkin’ Brands’ shares. On December 15, 2020, the acquisition was completed, and Dunkin' Brands ceased to exist as a separate company, with Dunkin', Baskin-Robbins, and the trademark management of Mister Donuts, becoming part of Inspire Brands.