CMG

NYSE · Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc

Q: Who are Chipotle's main competitors?

Cava Group has emerged as the fast-casual competitor most directly compared to Chipotle, with a similar assembly-line format applied to Mediterranean cuisine and a similar unit economics story at an earlier stage. Qdoba competes directly in Mexican fast-casual but at smaller scale. Moe's Southwest Grill is another direct format competitor. More broadly, Panera Bread and McDonald's compete for the same midday meal occasion in price and convenience, while Sweetgreen competes for the health-conscious consumer that Chipotle also targets.

Q: What is CMG's stock price today?

CMG is currently trading at $32.50, down 0.79% in today's session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $29.75 and a high of $58.42. The current price represents 10% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.

Q: What do Wall Street analysts say about CMG?

Among 43 analysts covering CMG, the consensus rating is Buy — 30 rate it a buy, 13 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $289.73, implying 791% upside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.

Q: Is Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc profitable?

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc generated $11.27B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $1.45B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 12.9% is solid for its sector.

Q: What is CMG's P/E ratio?

CMG trades at a P/E ratio of 31.98 on trailing earnings of $1.14 per share. That's above the S&P 500 historical average, suggesting the market expects above-average earnings growth ahead. Comparing this multiple against Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.

S&P 500 Large-Cap Stocks Blue Chip Stocks

$32.50

-0.26 (-0.79%)

Day Range $32.08 — $33.30

52W Range $29.75 — $58.42

Performance

1D —

1W —

1M —

3M -14.04%

6M -18.55%

1Y -35.09%

YTD -13.31%

Open$33.02

Previous Close$32.76

Day High$33.30

Day Low$32.08

52W High$58.42

52W Low$29.75

Volume—

Avg Volume18.14M

Market Cap49.12B

P/E Ratio31.98

EPS$1.14

SectorHotels, Restaurants & Leisure

Technical Indicators

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SMA 50 $38.14 Below

SMA 200 $42.51 Below

RSI (14) 45.3 Neutral

Trend Death Cross Bearish

Analyst Ratings

Buy

43 analysts

30 Buy 13 Hold 0 Sell

Price Target +791.5% upside

Current
$32.50

Target
$289.73

$190.74 $289.73 avg $392.46

Key Financials

	FY 2026	FY 2025	FY 2024
Revenue	11.27B	10.12B	25.63B
Net Income	1.45B	1.17B	2.98B
Profit Margin	12.9%	12.2%	11.6%
EBITDA	2.17B	1.85B	4.43B
Free Cash Flow	—	—	2.52B
Rev Growth	+11.4%	+11.4%	-2.8%
Debt/Equity	—	—	0.63

About Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is one of the largest fast-casual restaurant chains in the United States, headquartered in Newport Beach, California, operating a chain of restaurants serving burritos, tacos, bowls, and salads made from responsibly sourced ingredients. The company differentiates itself through a commitment to whole ingredients, a limited menu, and visible food preparation in open kitchens, positioning it as a premium option within the fast-casual segment. Chipotle operates thousands of locations primarily in the United States, with a growing presence in Canada, Europe, and the Middle East. Its digital ordering platform represents a substantial and growing share of total transactions.

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CMG Frequently Asked Questions

What does Chipotle do?

Chipotle operates fast-casual Mexican restaurants where the assembly-line format and digital ordering have been refined into a highly efficient production system. The economics are driven by throughput — how many customers a single restaurant can serve per hour — and Chipotle has invested heavily in kitchen equipment, the Chipotlane drive-through pickup format, and digital ordering to push transaction volumes higher without adding labor. Ingredients are standardized, the menu is limited, and there are no freezers on the line — the food with integrity sourcing premise serves both marketing and operational efficiency goals.

Is CMG stock a good investment?

Chipotle has delivered exceptional unit economics and new restaurant returns that have sustained a premium valuation for years, supported by consistent comparable-store sales growth and an expansion opportunity spanning thousands of potential new locations. The stock trades at a high multiple to earnings, pricing in continued execution on unit growth, menu innovation, and digital monetization. Risks include food safety incidents — which have historically been devastating for traffic — and the competitive intensity of the fast-casual sector as Cava and other concepts compete for the same consumer occasion.

Who are Chipotle's main competitors?

Cava Group has emerged as the fast-casual competitor most directly compared to Chipotle, with a similar assembly-line format applied to Mediterranean cuisine and a similar unit economics story at an earlier stage. Qdoba competes directly in Mexican fast-casual but at smaller scale. Moe's Southwest Grill is another direct format competitor. More broadly, Panera Bread and McDonald's compete for the same midday meal occasion in price and convenience, while Sweetgreen competes for the health-conscious consumer that Chipotle also targets.

What makes CMG stock unique?

Chipotle's investment case rests on a restaurant model with genuinely superior unit economics — average restaurant revenue and margins that most fast-casual competitors cannot match. The digital loyalty ecosystem provides customer data, drives repeat visits, and enables personalized marketing at scale. Chipotlane locations, which allow digital order pickup without entering the restaurant, have materially higher sales volumes per unit than traditional locations. The combination of throughput optimization, digital penetration, and a menu with room for modest price increases makes the business model unusually defensible.

What is CMG's stock price today?

CMG is currently trading at $32.50, down 0.79% in today's session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $29.75 and a high of $58.42. The current price represents 10% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.

What do Wall Street analysts say about CMG?

Among 43 analysts covering CMG, the consensus rating is Buy — 30 rate it a buy, 13 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $289.73, implying 791% upside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.

Is Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc profitable?

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc generated $11.27B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $1.45B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 12.9% is solid for its sector.

What is CMG's P/E ratio?

CMG trades at a P/E ratio of 31.98 on trailing earnings of $1.14 per share. That's above the S&P 500 historical average, suggesting the market expects above-average earnings growth ahead. Comparing this multiple against Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.

How has CMG stock performed recently?

Performance varies across timeframes, reflecting shifting market conditions. Returns by timeframe: -14.04% (3M), -18.55% (6M), -35.09% (1Y), -13.31% (YTD). Comparing these figures against the S&P 500 and sector benchmarks helps determine whether CMG is outperforming or lagging the broader market.