Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)
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- symbol CMG
- Rev/Share 9.0698
- Book/Share 2.1528
- PB 17.006
- Debt/Equity 3.4796
- CurrentRatio 1.2347
- ROIC 0.1844
- MktCap 48408599484.0
- FreeCF/Share 1.1009
- PFCF 33.4408
- PE 31.3443
- Debt/Assets 1.095
- DivYield 0
- ROE 0.47
- Rating B
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 2
- DCF Score 3
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reiterated | CMG | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Outperform | $50 | $48 | Feb. 4, 2026 |
| Initiation | CMG | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Outperform | -- | $50 | Jan. 9, 2026 |
| Downgrade | CMG | Northcoast | Buy | Neutral | -- | -- | Oct. 31, 2025 |
| Initiation | CMG | Mizuho | -- | Neutral | -- | $40 | Oct. 28, 2025 |
| Reiterated | CMG | Barclays | -- | Equal Weight | $53 | $43 | Oct. 22, 2025 |
| Reiterated | CMG | Bernstein | -- | Outperform | $65 | $60 | Oct. 2, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CMG | Rothschild & Co Redburn | Neutral | Buy | -- | $55 | Sept. 3, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CMG | Piper Sandler | Neutral | Overweight | -- | $50 | Aug. 12, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CMG | BMO Capital Markets | Market Perform | Outperform | -- | $65 | July 18, 2025 |
| Initiation | CMG | Melius | -- | Hold | -- | $60 | July 14, 2025 |
News
Can Unit Expansion Support Chipotle's Systemwide Sales in 2026?
Published: February 25, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CMG plans 350 new restaurants in 2026, leaning on Chipotlanes and steady expansion to offset flat comps and fuel systemwide sales growth.
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Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About Chipotle (CMG): Should You Buy?
Published: February 25, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?
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Investors Heavily Search Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG): Here is What You Need to Know
Published: February 24, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Chipotle (CMG) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
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Is Chipotle Leveraging AI to Reengage Lapsed Customers?
Published: February 18, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CMG is using AI-driven personalization to re-engage lapsed customers, aiming to lift loyalty activity and strengthen digital sales performance.
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Chipotle: Not Sure The Bottom Is In As Excuses Run Out (Downgrade)
Published: February 17, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative
Chipotle faces declining comparable sales, eroding its industry leadership, and pressuring margins and EPS outlook. CMG's management remains committed to its historical strategy, with the new "Recipe for Growth" lacking aggressive value initiatives. At 31x forward earnings, CMG's valuation remains optimistic despite a 45% stock decline, leaving significant downside risk.
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Chipotle's Pricing Lags Inflation: How Deep Is the Margin Squeeze?
Published: February 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CMG enters 2026 with pricing trailing inflation, setting up notable restaurant-level margin pressure as food and marketing costs climb.
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Chipotle Stock Falls 34% as Transaction Volume Drops, Even With High Earners.
Published: February 11, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Negative
Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) fell 6.7% over the past week, coinciding with a shift in retail investor sentiment on platforms like Reddit and X.
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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: February 11, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Chipotle (CMG) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
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Is It Worth Investing in Chipotle (CMG) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?
Published: February 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.
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BJRI or CMG: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors interested in Retail - Restaurants stocks are likely familiar with BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
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Chipotle Q4 Earnings & Revenues Surpass Estimates, Stock Down
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CMG tops Q4 EPS and revenue estimates as new restaurant openings and gift card breakage drive year-over-year sales growth.
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Chipotle Stock Could Benefit from the Company's 'Conservative' 2026 Targets
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle's burrito is undoubtedly bruised.
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Chipotle Stock Stabilizes After Mixed Earnings Report
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) shares are up 0.8% to trade at $37.48 at last check, after after company surpassed analyst estimates with reported earnings of 25 cents per share and revenue of $2.98 billion for the fourth quarter.
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Chipotle tops Q4 estimates but flags ongoing traffic declines
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (NYSE:CMG) reported quarterly earnings and revenue that modestly exceeded Wall Street expectations, but the fast casual Mexican chain said restaurant traffic continued to decline and projected flat same-store sales growth for 2026. The company posted adjusted earnings of $0.25 per share for the fourth quarter, slightly above the $0.24 consensus estimate.
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Chipotle is about to report earnings. Here's what to expect
Published: February 03, 2026 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral
Chipotle stock has fallen about 33% over the last year, dragging the company's market value down to about $51 billion. For three straight quarters, the restaurant chain has reported traffic declines.
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WHILE OTHERS AIR AI-GENERATED ADS, CHIPOTLE, WITH NO ARTIFICIAL INGREDIENTS, GIVES FANS $1 MILLION IN REAL FOOD ON GAME DAY
Published: February 03, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
In lieu of airing a commercial during the big game, Chipotle will spotlight its real value proposition with a one-time drop of up to $1 million in free entrée codes, delivered via a :30 Instagram Reels video when an AI-generated ad airs after halftime and before the third quarter1 Leading up to one of the biggest American food holidays of the year,2 Chipotle is launching three Game Day Nacho Hacks for the first time, available exclusively on the Chipotle app and Chipotle.com starting Thursday, February 5 through Sunday, February 8 The Game Day Nacho Hack includes tortilla chips, optional Adobo …
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How To Buy CMG Stock 30% Cheaper
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral
Currently priced at approximately $39 per share, Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) is trading roughly 34% lower than its 52-week high. This pullback is driven more by multiple compression and broader market volatility than a fundamental collapse in the business.
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Countdown to Chipotle (CMG) Q4 Earnings: Wall Street Forecasts for Key Metrics
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Beyond analysts' top-and-bottom-line estimates for Chipotle (CMG), evaluate projections for some of its key metrics to gain a better insight into how the business might have performed for the quarter ended December 2025.
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CMG vs. SG: Which Restaurant Stock Deserves a Spot in Your Portfolio?
Published: January 28, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
CMG and its fast-casual peer take sharply different paths as shifting consumer demand tests scale, growth ambitions and execution.
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Earnings Preview: Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) Q4 Earnings Expected to Decline
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Chipotle (CMG) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Chipotle Q4 earnings to reflect macro headwinds, menu innovation supports outlook
Published: January 26, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (NYSE:CMG) will hand down its fourth quarter earnings on February 3, with UBS analysts expecting the fast casual restaurant chain's results to reflect continued pressure from industry and macroeconomic challenges, alongside signs of improvement heading into 2026. “For CMG's Q4 earnings, we expect pressured sales and earnings given industry and macro challenges, but with trends improving into Q1 and likely a better 2026 setup,” the analysts wrote.
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3 Restaurant Stocks Showing Growth Potential Amid Industry Turbulence
Published: January 22, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle, Brinker and BJ's Restaurants are thriving with sales growth, menu innovation and digital strategies despite industry headwinds.
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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Published: January 22, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle (CMG) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
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Chipotle's Recipe for Growth: Can Operations Fix the Traffic Problem?
Published: January 21, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CMG's Recipe for Growth bets on operations, not discounts, to fix traffic softness tied to macro pressure and younger consumers.
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QSR vs. CMG: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors looking for stocks in the Retail - Restaurants sector might want to consider either Restaurant Brands (QSR) or Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?
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Chipotle distances itself from Bill Ackman after ICE donation sparks boycott calls
Published: January 13, 2026 by: New York Post
Sentiment: Negative
The clarification came after Ackman's name surfaced as the top donor to a GoFundMe set up in support of ICE agent Jonathan Ross.
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Why Chipotle (CMG) is Poised to Beat Earnings Estimates Again
Published: January 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle (CMG) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
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RFK Jr.'s new food guidelines could boost beaten down fast-casual chains like Chipotle and Sweetgreen
Published: January 08, 2026 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive
The restaurant industry had mixed reactions to new federal nutrition guidelines, which recommend reduced intake of processed foods and sugary drinks. One lobbying executive read the guidelines as encouraging Americans to not dine out.
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CMG Stock Rises 16% in a Month: Should You Buy Now or Hold Steady?
Published: January 08, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle shares climb nearly 16% in a month as execution improvements and expansion lift sentiment. Yet, valuation and consumer pressures temper upside.
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About Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)
- IPO Date 2006-01-26
- Website https://www.chipotle.com
- Industry Restaurants
- CEO Scott Boatwright
- Employees 130504