Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)

US — Consumer Cyclical Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol CMG
  • Rev/Share 8.6081
  • Book/Share 2.6233
  • PB 16.6166
  • Debt/Equity 1.355
  • CurrentRatio 1.6508
  • ROIC 0.1746

 

  • MktCap 58449093288.0
  • FreeCF/Share 1.0899
  • PFCF 39.8736
  • PE 38.0229
  • Debt/Assets 0.5158
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE 0.4316

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 1
  • 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
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
Downgrade CMG Argus Buy Hold -- -- April 28, 2025
Upgrade CMG Loop Capital Hold Buy $58 $65 March 14, 2025
Upgrade CMG Morgan Stanley Equal Weight Overweight $65 $70 March 3, 2025
Upgrade CMG CFRA Buy Strong Buy $59 $73 Feb. 5, 2025

News

3 Restaurant Stocks That Will Outperform in Q3 and Q4
CMG, SBUX, WING
Published: August 15, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

There are headwinds for restaurant stocks, and they may increase as the year progresses, but companies like Chipotle Mexican Grill NYSE: CMG, Wingstop NASDAQ: WING, and Starbucks NASDAQ: SBUX are on track to outperform and increase their stock prices. Each has a unique catalyst to support shareholder value and is in a position to outperform its peers and the broader market.

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CAVA vs. Chipotle (CMG): What's the Better Buy?
CAVA, CMG
Published: August 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

A notable restaurant duo, Chipotle Mexican Grill CMG and CAVA Group CAVA, both faced pressure following the release of their quarterly results, adding fuel to the already-poor share performance from each in 2025.

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Can Chipotle's New Menu Innovations Revive Comp Sales Momentum?
CMG
Published: August 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CMG is banking on new hits like Honey Chicken and Adobo Ranch to revive comp sales after a sluggish start to 2025.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
CMG
Published: August 14, 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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Cava, Chipotle and other fast-casual restaurant chains are finally hit by consumer slowdown
CAVA, CMG
Published: August 13, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative

After bucking industry trends, fast-casual chains like Chipotle and Cava are finally feeling the consumer slowdown. Restaurant executives have said that diners are "cautious" or dealing with an economic "fog.

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Here's Why Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) is a Strong Growth Stock
CMG
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

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Calls of the Day: Chipotle, Starbucks, Oklo, ConocoPhillips, KKR, Ulta and American Express
AXP, CMG, COP, KKR, OKLO, SBUX, ULTA
Published: August 12, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

The Investment Committee debate the latest Calls of the Day.

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CHIPOTLE IQ RETURNS WITH MORE PRIZES THAN EVER BEFORE, OFFERING OVER $1 MILLION IN FREE CHIPOTLE
CMG
Published: August 11, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Chipotle Rewards members can put their brand knowledge to the test for a chance to win multiple prizes, including a BUY-ONE-GET-ONE free entrée code, Queso Blanco or Adobo Ranch offer and Chipotle Rewards points* For the first time ever, Chipotle IQ's gameplay period will span two weeks, running Tuesday, August 12 through Thursday, August 14 and Tuesday, August 19 through Thursday, August 21 for a chance to win more prizes than ever before NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. , Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced the return of Chipotle IQ, the fan favorite trivia game that …

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Can Chipotle's Equipment Upgrades Fix Peak-Hour Bottlenecks?
CMG
Published: August 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CMG targets peak-hour bottlenecks with a high-efficiency equipment rollout across more than 100 locations by the end of 2025.

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Trade Tracker: Stephanie Link buys more Chipotle, Uber, Eaton and Rockwell Automation
CMG, ROK, UBER
Published: August 07, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

Stephanie Link, CIO at Hightower, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to detail her latest moves. The Investment Committee debate the fast casual space.

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Is Chipotle's Unit Expansion Strategy Still a Recipe for Success?
CMG
Published: August 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CMG's rapid expansion continues, but flat same-store sales, rising competition and market headwinds raise tough questions about sustainability.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
CMG
Published: July 30, 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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YUMC vs. CMG: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
CMG, YUMC
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors with an interest in Retail - Restaurants stocks have likely encountered both Yum China Holdings (YUMC) and 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 Mexican Grill Hints At Q3'25 Recovery
CMG
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Chipotle Mexican Grill's negative comparable sales performance continues in FQ2 2025, as the management lowers their FY 2025 guidance and the stock plunges by double digits. This is despite the management hinting at a possible recovery in its comparable sales performance in June and early July 2025 at approximately +8% YoY. The uncertain macroeconomic outlook does not help as well, with Chipotle Mexican Grill unlikely to enjoy a similar boost from higher pricing attributed to the reduced spending elasticity.

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YUMC or CMG: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
CMG, YUMC
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors with an interest in Retail - Restaurants stocks have likely encountered both Yum China Holdings (YUMC) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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Chipotle Q2 Comps Fall 4%, Guidance Trimmed Amid Volatility
CMG
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

CMG trims 2025 outlook after second-quarter comps fall 4%, though June recovery hints at traction from summer marketing push.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill: Hold The Obituaries
CMG
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Chipotle Mexican Grill is over 30% undervalued after a fear-driven sell-off, presenting a strong buy opportunity with a $63 fair value target. Recent comparable sales disappointment is overblown; positive comps returned by late Q2, and management expects mid-single-digit growth to resume. Chipotle boasts a pristine balance sheet, no long-term debt, robust cash flow, and aggressive share buybacks, ensuring financial resilience.

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Calls of the Day: Gilead, Chipotle and P&G
CMG, GILD, PG
Published: July 25, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

The Investment Committee debate the latest Calls of the Day.

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Chipotle's CEO just shared the reason why sales have been down. Many fast food fans will relate
CMG
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Fast Company
Sentiment: Negative

Chipotle Mexican Grill announced its second-quarter financial results on Wednesday, July 23, and the news isn't great.

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Investors Really Don't Like What They Saw in Chipotle's Second-Quarter Earnings
CMG
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Negative

Investors are souring on Chipotle. We don't mean its sour cream.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill Q2 Sales Decline, June-July Boost Keeps Analysts Bullish
CMG
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc CMG tanked in early trading on Thursday, after the company reported a revenue miss for the second quarter.

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Chipotle Q2 Earnings Top, Revenues Lag Estimates, Stock Down
CMG
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

CMG beats Q2 EPS estimates as new units and digital sales boost revenues. However, comps fall and outlook dims on weak demand.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill Stock Eyes Worst Day Since 2017
CMG
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Negative

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (NYSE:CMG) stock is down 12.1% to trade at $46.41 at last glance, after the restaurant chain missed second-quarter revenue expectations and cut its annual sales forecast.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill is about to report earnings. Here's what to expect
CMG
Published: July 23, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative

Chipotle's same-store sales are expected to fall for its second consecutive quarter. Economic uncertainty has led many Chipotle customers to pull back their spending and focus on saving their money, CEO Scott Boatwright said in April.

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How Will Chipotle Stock React To Its Upcoming Earnings?
CMG
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) is set to reveal its fiscal second quarter results on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $0.33 per share with $3.11 billion in sales.

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Why Chipotle's stock could rise more than 20% in the coming year
CMG
Published: July 18, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

BMO Capital Markets says that more workers returning to offices could boost sales.

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Bulls Gain Appetite for CMG, BMO Capital Upgrades Stock
CMG
Published: July 18, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

Chipotle (CMG) is down more than 10% in 2025, but that's not stopping bullish appetite for the stock. BMO Capital upgraded Chipotle and boosted its price target.

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Chipotle to Report Q2 Earnings: What Lies Ahead for the Stock?
CMG
Published: July 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

CMG's second quarter is expected to have seen sales growth from digital and marketing efforts, while rising costs pressure margins.

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Exploring Analyst Estimates for Chipotle (CMG) Q2 Earnings, Beyond Revenue and EPS
CMG
Published: July 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Besides Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates for Chipotle (CMG), review projections for some of its key metrics to gain a deeper understanding of how the company might have fared during the quarter ended June 2025.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
CMG
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

In the closing of the recent trading day, Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) stood at $53.38, denoting a -1.06% move from the preceding trading day.

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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

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurants. As of February 15, 2022, it owned and operated approximately 3,000 restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and rest of Europe. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Newport Beach, California.