Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (cmg)
CMG — Company Overview
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) trades on NYQ as part of the Consumer Cyclical peer group (Restaurants).
| Ticker | CMG |
| Sector | Consumer Cyclical |
| Industry | Restaurants |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $41.39B |
| Last price | $32.71 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
CMG — Business Description
CMG represents a Restaurants business in the Consumer Cyclical segment. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurants. The company sells food and beverages, such as burritos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads, as well as kids' meals, chips, and sides. It also offers Mexican-inspired meals using responsibly sourced meats, such as chicken, beef, and pork under the Responsibly Raised brand. In addition, the company provides digital ordering through its website, mobile app, and third-party delivery platforms. It operates in the United States, Canada, France, Germany, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Newport Beach, California.
Official website: https://www.chipotle.com.
CMG — Investment Thesis
At a high level, CMG offers exposure to Consumer Cyclical with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 9.3% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 30.86× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (23.87×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $41.39B.
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CMG — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 11.4% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $1.12B supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 246.35 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 30.86× |
| Forward P/E | 23.87× |
| Price / Sales | 3.33× |
| Price / Book | 18.85× |
| Gross margin | 39.4% |
| Operating margin | 16.1% |
| Profit margin | 11.4% |
| Return on equity | 49.6% |
| Debt / Equity | 246.35 |
| Free cash flow | $1.12B |
CMG — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) depends on demand trends in Restaurants and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 9.3% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings declined -1.3% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 23.6% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 16.7% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
CMG — Competitive Position
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Consumer Cyclical.
- Competes within Consumer Cyclical, specifically in Restaurants.
- Market capitalization of $41.39B places CMG among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 39.4% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
CMG — Strengths
Strengths for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 9.3% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 49.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Gross margin of 39.4% supports competitive unit economics.
- Positive free cash flow ($1.12B).
- Large Cap scale ($41.39B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
CMG — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) based on available data:
- Earnings decline of -1.3% year-over-year.
- Elevated debt-to-equity (246.35).
CMG — Opportunities
- Sustained revenue growth (9.3%) could support multiple expansion if margins hold.
- Trading 16.7% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
CMG — Risks
- Leverage (debt/equity 246.35) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
CMG — Summary
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is a large-cap Consumer Cyclical company focused on Restaurants, listed on NYQ. Last price $32.71 with market cap $41.39B. Trailing P/E 30.86×. Revenue grew 9.3% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 9.3% year-over-year. Key watch items include earnings decline of -1.3% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. FAQ
What does Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) do?
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurants. The company sells food and beverages, such as burritos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads, as well as kids' meals, chips, and sides. It also offers Mex…
What is CMG's P/E ratio?
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 30.86× based on publicly available market data.
Does CMG pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: none reported. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is CMG in?
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is classified in Consumer Cyclical (Restaurants) on NYQ.
What is CMG's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $41.39B.
What are the main risks for CMG?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of CMG?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 9.3% year-over-year, return on equity near 49.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
Where can I get analyst estimates for CMG?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. are on the free /stocks/cmg/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.