Chipotle Mexican Grill stock | 2026 earnings growth & current analysis

Chipotle Mexican Gri...

NYSE:CMG

$ 30,86

$-1,31 (-4,07%)

30,86 $

$-1,31 (-4,07%)

End-of-day quote: 03/27/2026

Chipotle Mexican Grill Stock Value

Analysts currently rate NYSE:CMG as Outperform.

Outperform

Chipotle Mexican Grill Company Info

EPS Growth 5Y

40,99%

Market Cap

$40,19 B

Long-Term Debt

$0,00 B

Short Interest

2,97%

Annual earnings

N/A

Dividend

$0,00

Dividend Yield

0,00%

Founded

1993

Industry

Consumer Discretionary

Country

United States

ISIN Number

US1696561059

Website

http://www.chipotle.com

Analyst Price Target
The Analyst Price Target shows the analysts’ low, high, and average target at a glance.

$45,00

45.82%

Last Update: 03/28/2026

Analysts: 34

Highest Price Target $53,00

Average Price Target $45,00

Lowest Price Target $35,00

In the last five quarters, Chipotle Mexican Grill’s Price Target has fallen from $91,11 to $65,40 - a -28,22% decrease. Thirty Six analysts predict that Chipotle Mexican Grill’s share price will increase in the coming year, reaching $45,00. This would represent an increase of 45,82%.

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What does Chipotle Mexican Grill do?

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. and its subsidiaries (‘Chipotle’) own and operate Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurants, which feature a relevant menu of burritos, burrito bowls (a burrito without the tortilla), quesadillas, tacos, and salads. The company strives to cultivate a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients and without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. The company is passionate about providing a great guest experience...

The company strives to cultivate a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients and without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. The company is passionate about providing a great guest experience and making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose.

The company owns and operates various Chipotle restaurants throughout the United States (U.S.) and international Chipotle restaurants. Additionally, the company has some international licensed restaurants. The company manages its U.S. operations based on ten regions and aggregates its operations to one reportable segment. The company’s revenue is derived from sales by its restaurants.

Business Strategy

The key elements of the company’s strategy include running successful restaurants with a people accountable culture that provides great Food with Integrity while delivering exceptional in-restaurant and digital experiences; amplifying technology and innovation to drive growth and productivity at the company's restaurants, support centers, and in the company's supply chain; making the brand visible, relevant, and loved to acquire new guests and improve overall guest engagement; and expanding access and convenience by accelerating new restaurant openings in North America and internationally.

Digital Business

The company's digital platform continues to be a strategic driver of its growth. Digital sales represent food and beverage revenue for company-owned restaurants generated through the Chipotle website, Chipotle app, or third-party delivery aggregators, and include revenue deferrals associated with Chipotle Rewards. Digital sales represented 35.1% of food and beverage revenue in 2024. The company has made digital ordering convenient with continued enhancements to its app and by building more Chipotlanes, which is its drive-through format for guest pick-up of digital orders. The company is also investing in technology and tools to modernize the back of house of its restaurants and to improve the team member experience.

Government Regulation

The company's business is subject to extensive federal, state, local, and international laws and regulations, including those relating to preparation, sale, and labeling of food, including regulations of the Food and Drug Administration, which oversees the safety of the entire food system and covers inspections and mandatory food recalls, menu labeling, and nutritional content; privacy and data security (including regulations governing the protection of personal information, advertising and marketing, access by children, biometrics, surveillance, artificial intelligence, health-related information, and financial information), such as California Privacy Rights Act and CCPA in California, and privacy-related legislation in a growing number of other states, as well as international laws, such as GDPR in the European Union and Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act in Canada; and public accommodations and safety conditions, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and similar state laws that give civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities in the context of employment, public accommodations, online resources, and other areas.

Seasonality

Seasonal factors cause the company’s profitability to fluctuate from quarter to quarter. Historically, the company’s average daily restaurant sales and net income are lower in the first and fourth quarters (year ended December 31, 2024) due, in part, to the holiday season and because fewer people eat out during periods of inclement weather (the winter months) than during periods of mild or warm weather (the spring, summer and fall months). Other factors also have a seasonal effect on the company’s results. For example, restaurants located near colleges and universities generally do more business during the academic year.

Intellectual Property and Trademarks

‘Chipotle,’ ‘Chipotle Mexican Grill,’ ‘Food with Integrity,’ ‘Responsibly Raised,’ ‘Chipotle Rewards,’ and a number of other marks and related designs and logos are the U.S. registered trademarks of Chipotle. The company has filed trademark applications for a number of additional marks in the U.S. as well. In addition to its U.S. registrations, the company has registered trademarks for ‘Chipotle’ and a number of other marks in Canada, the European Union, the Middle East and various other countries; and has filed trademark applications for ‘Chipotle Mexican Grill,’ ‘Chipotle’ and a number of other marks in additional countries.

History

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. was founded in 1993. The company was incorporated in 1998.

Chipotle Mexican Grill Questions and Answers

Which sectors generate sales and which are the top 3 markets?

**Main revenue source:** Gastronomy sector **TOP 3 markets:** 1. **USA:** approx. 90% 2. **Canada:** approx. 5% 3. **Europe (UK and France):** approx. 3% Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. generates the majority of its revenue from the gastronomy sector, particularly through the sale of Mexican-inspired...

At which locations are the company’s products manufactured?

**Production Sites:** USA Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. mainly produces its products in the United States. The company does not operate its own production facilities in the traditional sense, as it focuses on preparing fresh ingredients in its restaurants. The ingredients are sourced from various su...

What strategy does Chipotle Mexican Grill pursue for future growth?

**Revenue Growth:** 10% (estimated for 2025) **Expansion Strategy:** Opening of 250 new branches (2025) **Digital Revenue Share:** 50% (2025) Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is pursuing a multi-pronged growth strategy to further strengthen its market position. A central element of this strategy is t...

Which raw materials are imported and from which countries?

**Main raw materials:** Avocados, beef, pork, chicken **Countries of origin:** - **Avocados:** Mexico - **Beef:** USA, Australia - **Pork:** USA, Canada - **Chicken:** USA Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. sources a variety of raw materials needed for its dishes. Avocados, used for the popular guacamol...

How strong is the company’s competitive advantage?

**Market Share:** 8% in the fast-casual segment (2024) **Revenue Growth:** 14.8% (2024) **Profit Margin:** 11.5% (2024) Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. has gained a significant competitive advantage in the fast-casual segment. The company benefits from a strong brand identity and a clear focus on...

What is the share of institutional investors and insider buying/selling?

**Institutional investor share:** approx. 92% (2025, estimated based on historical data) **Insider purchases/sales:** No significant insider purchases or sales in recent months (2025, estimated) The institutional investor share in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is traditionally high, indicating the...

What percentage market share does Chipotle Mexican Grill have?

**Market share of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.:** 10% (estimated for 2025) **Top competitors and their market shares:** 1. **McDonald's Corporation:** 20% 2. **Starbucks Corporation:** 15% 3. **Yum! Brands, Inc. (incl. Taco Bell):** 12% 4. **Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.:** 10% 5. **Restaurant...

Is Chipotle Mexican Grill stock currently a good investment?

**Revenue growth:** 13.6% (2024) **Profit growth:** 10.2% (2024) **Branch growth:** 8% (2024) Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. recorded strong revenue growth of 13.6% in 2024, attributed to the continuous expansion of its branches and increased demand for its products. The company increased its number...

Does Chipotle Mexican Grill pay a dividend – and how reliable is the payout?

**Dividend:** No dividend (as of 2025) Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. traditionally does not pay a dividend to its shareholders. The company has focused on reinvesting profits into growth and expansion rather than paying out dividends. This strategy allows Chipotle to expand into new markets and dive...

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Chipotle Mexican Grill Stock Value

Chipotle Mexican Grill Company Info

Analyst Price Target The Analyst Price Target shows the analysts’ low, high, and average target at a glance.

Top growth stocks in the consumer discretionary sector (5Y.)

What does Chipotle Mexican Grill do?

Chipotle Mexican Grill Questions and Answers

Offer & Services

Service & Collaboration

Company & Legal

Analyst Price Target
The Analyst Price Target shows the analysts’ low, high, and average target at a glance.