Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)
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- symbol CMG
- Rev/Share 8.8295
- Book/Share 2.4134
- PB 16.62
- Debt/Equity 1.5457
- CurrentRatio 1.5423
- ROIC 0.1748
- MktCap 54107647243.0
- FreeCF/Share 1.1783
- PFCF 34.3959
- PE 34.8478
- Debt/Assets 0.5365
- DivYield 0
- ROE 0.4423
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Initiation | CMG | Redburn Atlantic | -- | Neutral | -- | $55 | June 10, 2025 |
News
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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Investors Heavily Search Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG): Here is What You Need to Know
Published: January 08, 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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Chipotle Scales Unit Growth: What's the Cannibalization Impact?
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CMG highlights disciplined unit growth as new openings pressure comps modestly, while stable recovery timelines and strong early returns support expansion.
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Is Chipotle (CMG) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
Published: January 07, 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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CMG's Throughput Push Accelerates: Can HEAP Reshape Store Economics?
Published: January 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle is rolling out its high-efficiency equipment package to boost throughput, labor efficiency and consistency, with early gains seen in about 175 restaurants.
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Where Will Chipotle Mexican Grill Be in 5 Years?
Published: January 01, 2026 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle aims to have 7,000 restaurants in the U.S. and Canada one day as it uses partnerships to expand abroad. Operating leverage should expand its margin, which is what has driven the company's impressive profits.
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Chipotle Leverages Digital & Menu Innovation Amid Cost Pressures
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CMG leans on digital, loyalty and menu innovation while expanding restaurants, even as food and labor inflation and tech costs pressure margins.
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Tech startup Hyphen is bringing AI to the lunch line — with help from Cava and Chipotle
Published: December 30, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive
Robotics startup Hyphen is attracting support from competitors in the restaurant space. Hyphen's automated makelines solve for an ongoing issue for restaurants in a hyper-competitive environment-- speedy throughput and good customer service.
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QSR vs. CMG: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
Published: December 30, 2025 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 stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?
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Chipotle Doesn't Want Its Protein Fans to Feel Under-Served
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral
Everybody seemed to want, and to want to sell, more protein this year. Now Chipotle is carrying the torch into 2026.
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Chipotle launches high-protein menu items
Published: December 18, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive
CNBC's Kate Rogers reports on Chipotle's new high-protein menu items.
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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is a Trending Stock
Published: December 18, 2025 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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Brokers Suggest Investing in Chipotle (CMG): Read This Before Placing a Bet
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
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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MCD or CMG: Which Restaurant Stock Looks Better Positioned Right Now?
Published: December 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
McDonald's value focus, scale advantages and digital strength stand out as Chipotle works through transaction pressure and execution challenges.
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Chipotle CEO: ‘We are leaning into protein in the upcoming quarter'
Published: December 12, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle CEO Scott Boatwright joins CNBC's 'Squawk on the Street' after ringing the NYSE opening bell to mark the opening of the company's 4,000th restaurant in Manhattan, Kansas.
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Will CMG's App Engagement Efforts Boost Frequency Heading Into 2026?
Published: December 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle sharpens its digital playbook, tightening accuracy and incentives to lift engagement as it readies a heavier innovation cadence for 2026.
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Chipotle's Pause, Not Break: A Long-Term Buy Opportunity
Published: December 05, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle Mexican Grill offers a compelling long-term Buy opportunity after a valuation reset driven by temporary macro headwinds and traffic declines. CMG's best-in-class operating margins remain intact, supporting premium valuation despite recent comparable sales stagnation and guidance cuts. Unit expansion plans (350-370 new stores in 2026) provide a strong revenue floor, mitigating comp volatility as macro conditions stabilize.
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Chipotle Recalibrates Pricing Playbook as Inflation Pressures Build Up
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
CMG reshapes its pricing playbook, leaning on slower, phased increases as inflation builds and value protection takes center stage.
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Chipotle: Huge Turnaround Opportunity Vs. Demise Of A Great Brand
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Chipotle faced a challenging 16 months, marked by a PR crisis, CEO transition, and lagging same-store growth. CMG's recent results show deteriorating margins and weak comparable sales, with 2025 guidance now expecting a decline. Management is increasing marketing and menu innovation but resists value meal discounts, aiming to preserve brand positioning.
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Is Trending Stock Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) a Buy Now?
Published: December 04, 2025 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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CMG Stock Down 35% in 6 Months: Buy the Dip or Brace for More Pain?
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Chipotle's 34.6% slide reflects weakening traffic, margin strain and stressed core consumers, raising questions about near-term recovery.
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Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About Chipotle (CMG): Should You Buy?
Published: December 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?
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Chipotle (CMG) Up 4.6% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle (CMG) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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How Vulnerable Is CMG to Low-Income Weakness and Trade-Down Trends?
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Chipotle leans on experience upgrades and steadier value cues as consumer pullbacks deepen and weigh on 2025 traffic.
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3 Big Stock Discounts This Black Friday
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Most stocks are expensive today. But some niche sectors and international stocks remain discounted. I highlight 3 heavily discounted stocks that I am buying this Black Friday.
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CAVA or CMG: Which Fast-Casual Stock Looks Stronger Right Now?
Published: November 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA's expanding footprint, digital upgrades and menu innovation stand out as Chipotle works through traffic, cost and execution headwinds.
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CMG's Traffic Slide Deepens: Can Menu Innovation Reverse the Trend?
Published: November 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Chipotle leans on sharper menu innovation and digital tweaks as broad consumer pullbacks intensify traffic pressure across key cohorts.
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Is Most-Watched Stock Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Worth Betting on Now?
Published: November 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Chipotle (CMG). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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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