Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) — Stock Score Summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) has a MoatMap StockRank of 24/100 based on Quality (65/100), Value (22/100), and Momentum (24/100) factor scores. The current signal is SELL. Chipotle is an exceptional consumer compounder with a clear Peter Lynch 'lines out the door' demand signal and strong pricing power. However, it is currently trading at an extremely demanding valuation (V: 20), and we lack a direct macro tailwind from our 18-month themes to justify initiating a position at these levels.

Chipotle Mexican Grill operates a prominent fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in freshly prepared burritos, tacos, and bowls with a focus on high-quality ingredients. Its competitive moat is rooted in its "Food with Integrity" philosophy, strong brand recognition, and efficient digital ordering and operational model. Chipotle is a market leader in the fast-casual segment, commanding a loyal customer base due to its unique value proposition.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$28.18
Market Cap$41.6B
P/E (TTM)25.85
P/E (Forward)20.77
Price/Book15.06
Return on Equity49.2%
Return on Invested Capital25.8%
Debt/Equity217.88
Gross Margin39.6%
Operating Margin13.3%
Revenue Growth7.4%
Free Cash Flow$1.1B

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. operates in the Restaurants industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.’s (CMG) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is 24/100, with a Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (65), Value (22), and Momentum (24) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. have an economic moat?
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) has a Quality factor score of 65/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) is Sell, based on a StockRank of 24/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. in?
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Restaurants industry (United States).
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