Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG)

Chipotle Mexican Grill's stock (CMG) has declined approximately 6.65% in the past six months. Weaker-than-expected first-quarter revenue in 2025, marking its first decline in same-store sales since the pandemic began in 2020, a slowdown in consumer spending, and weather-related challenges contributed to this decline. The company lowered its same-store sales growth outlook for the year and anticipates higher inflation in Q2 2025. Chipotle's board approved a 50-for-1 stock split in June 2024. Chipotle is scheduled to report its Q2 2025 earnings on July 23, 2025.

Chipotle's demand exhibits seasonal patterns, with a sales boost from Easter through May. Sales revenue tends to be lower during the first and last quarters of the year due to lower demand during holiday seasons and the winter months. While the company's revenue per square foot shows consistent performance across quarters, there are fluctuations in receivables turnover.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. operates quick-service restaurants with a focus on burritos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads, allowing customers to customize their meals. The company's "Food with Integrity" philosophy emphasizes responsibly sourced, real food without artificial additives. Chipotle also had associations with the Pizzeria Locale brand.

Chipotle Mexican Grill has nearly 3,800 restaurants as of March 31, 2025, primarily in the United States, but also in Canada, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates. The company plans to open between 315 and 345 new company-owned stores in 2025, with over 80% featuring a "Chipotlane" drive-thru.

Chipotle has a strong brand reputation centered on its "Food With Integrity" philosophy. Chipotle has engaged in campaigns highlighting the teams preparing fresh food daily, launched new menu items like Chipotle Honey Chicken and Adobo Ranch, utilized promotional events, and invested in its digital platform and rewards program.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is primarily owned by institutional investors, holding around 89% of all shares. The largest institutional shareholders include The Vanguard Group, BlackRock, Inc., State Street Corporation, T. Rowe Price, JPMorgan Chase, Capital World Investors, Fidelity Investments, AllianceBernstein, Geode Capital Management and Pershing Square Capital Management. Notable individual owners include Steve Ells, Montgomery Moran, and John Hartung.