Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)
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- symbol CMG
- Rev/Share 9.0698
- Book/Share 2.1528
- PB 18.5482
- Debt/Equity 3.4796
- CurrentRatio 1.2347
- ROIC 0.1844
- MktCap 52798640400.0
- FreeCF/Share 1.1009
- PFCF 36.4735
- PE 34.1868
- 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
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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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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About Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)
- IPO Date 2006-01-26
- Website https://www.chipotle.com
- Industry Restaurants
- CEO Scott Boatwright
- Employees 130504