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CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL (CMG)

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Earnings summaries and quarterly performance for CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL.

Research analysts who have asked questions during CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL earnings calls.

DP

David Palmer

Evercore ISI

6 questions for CMG

Also covers: BGS, BRBR, CAG +21 more
Lauren Silberman

Lauren Silberman

Deutsche Bank

6 questions for CMG

Also covers: BLMN, CAKE, DPZ +13 more
SS

Sara Senatore

Bank of America

6 questions for CMG

Also covers: BLMN, BROS, CAKE +21 more
Danilo Gargiulo

Danilo Gargiulo

AllianceBernstein

5 questions for CMG

Also covers: CAVA, DPZ, DRI +7 more
DG

Dennis Geiger

UBS

5 questions for CMG

Also covers: BLMN, BROS, CAKE +18 more
SZ

Sharon Zackfia

William Blair & Company

5 questions for CMG

Also covers: BIRK, BJRI, BROS +16 more
AC

Andrew Charles

TD Cowen

4 questions for CMG

Also covers: BROS, CAVA, DPZ +13 more
BB

Brian Bittner

Oppenheimer & Co.

4 questions for CMG

Also covers: BJRI, CAKE, DPZ +11 more
Brian Harbour

Brian Harbour

Morgan Stanley

4 questions for CMG

Also covers: BLMN, BROS, CAKE +21 more
DT

David Tarantino

Robert W. Baird & Co.

4 questions for CMG

Also covers: ATKR, BROS, CAKE +18 more
CO

Chris O'cull

Stifel Financial Corp

3 questions for CMG

Also covers: BROS, CAVA, DPZ +11 more
HJ

Hyun Jin Cho

Goldman Sachs

3 questions for CMG

Also covers: DRI, EAT, JACK +6 more
John Ivankoe

John Ivankoe

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

3 questions for CMG

Also covers: BLMN, BROS, CAKE +13 more
Andrew North

Andrew North

Robert W. Baird & Co.

2 questions for CMG

Also covers: CAKE, JACK, SHAK
Anisha Datt

Anisha Datt

Barclays

2 questions for CMG

Also covers: CAKE, QSR, TXRH
JT

Jon Tower

Citigroup

2 questions for CMG

Also covers: BJRI, BLMN, CAKE +17 more
ZO

Zach Ogden

TD Cowen

2 questions for CMG

Also covers: DRI, FWRG, KRUS +2 more
CC

Christine Cho

Goldman Sachs Group

1 question for CMG

Also covers: BEP, BEPC, BLMN +22 more
CO

Christopher O'Cull

Stifel, Nicolaus & Company

1 question for CMG

Also covers: BROS, CAVA, DPZ +13 more
Gregory Francfort

Gregory Francfort

Guggenheim Securities

1 question for CMG

Also covers: BROS, DPZ, DRI +10 more
Jacob Aiken-Phillips

Jacob Aiken-Phillips

Melius Research

1 question for CMG

Also covers: ACI, BROS, CASY +9 more
JB

Jeffrey Bernstein

Barclays

1 question for CMG

Also covers: BJRI, BLMN, BROS +22 more
Zachary Fadem

Zachary Fadem

Wells Fargo

1 question for CMG

Also covers: AAP, AZO, DPZ +11 more

Recent press releases and 8-K filings for CMG.

Chipotle opens 4,000th restaurant in Kansas
CMG
Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
  • Chipotle inaugurated its 4,000th restaurant in Manhattan, Kansas, marking a key rollout milestone for the brand.
  • Since 2017, restaurant count has risen from ~2,300 to 4,000, a 70% increase over eight years.
  • Company plans to open 315–345 new locations in 2025 (≥80% with Chipotlane) and 350–370 in 2026 (including 10–15 international partner sites).
  • International footprint exceeds 100 restaurants (75 Canada, 28 Europe, 11 Middle East); first Chipotlane outside North America launched in Kuwait, with expansion deals in Mexico, South Korea and Singapore set for 2026.
Dec 12, 2025, 12:53 PM
CMG announces Normal Course Issuer Bid
CMG
Share Buyback
  • Computer Modelling Group Ltd. (TSX: CMG) has launched a 12-month NCIB to repurchase up to 4,136,475 common shares (5% of its outstanding shares as of November 3, 2025) from November 14, 2025, to November 13, 2026.
  • Daily purchases are capped at 53,297 shares (25% of its six-month average daily trading volume of 213,191 shares), excluding permitted block trades.
  • All repurchased shares will be acquired on the TSX or alternative Canadian trading systems at market prices and will be cancelled, increasing the equity interest of remaining shareholders.
  • The NCIB is supported by an automatic share purchase plan pre-cleared by the TSX to allow repurchases during blackout periods, reflecting the Board’s view that the market price may not fully reflect CMG’s value.
Nov 11, 2025, 10:00 PM
SoundHound AI reports record Q3 revenue of $42M
CMG
Earnings
Guidance Update
Revenue Acceleration/Inflection
  • Reported Q3 2025 revenue of $42.0 million, up 68% year-over-year
  • Raised full-year 2025 revenue outlook to $165 – $180 million
  • Ended Q3 with $269 million in cash and cash equivalents and no debt
  • GAAP net loss of $109.3 million; non-GAAP net loss of $13.0 million
Nov 6, 2025, 9:04 PM
Chipotle reports Q3 2025 earnings
CMG
Earnings
Guidance Update
Share Buyback
  • Sales grew 7.5% to $3.0 billion, with comps up 0.3%, digital sales comprising 36.7% of total, restaurant-level margin down 100 bps to 24.5%, and adjusted EPS of $0.29; opened 84 new restaurants (64 Chipotlanes)
  • Consumer demand pressures led management to lower full-year comp guidance to a low single-digit decline, and inflation is expected in the mid-single-digit range in 2026, with no planned full offset via pricing
  • Q3 cost of sales improved 60 bps to 30% despite tariffs (~30 bps); labor rose to 25.2%, and marketing increased to 3% of sales; Q4 outlook: cost of sales high-30s%, labor high-25%, marketing ~3%
  • Repurchased $687 million of stock in Q3 (YTD $1.67 billion), with $652 million remaining authorization
Oct 29, 2025, 8:30 PM
Chipotle announces Q3 2025 results
CMG
Earnings
Guidance Update
Demand Weakening
  • Sales grew 7.5% to $3.0 billion with a 0.3% comp increase, digital sales at 36.7%, restaurant-level margin of 24.5% (-100 bps), and adjusted EPS of $0.29; opened 84 new restaurants in the quarter.
  • Now expect full-year comps to decline low single-digits; inflation accelerating to mid-single digits in 2026, which will not be fully offset by pricing to preserve value and support margins.
  • Persistent consumer headwinds: guests with household income below $100 k (≈40% of sales) are reducing visits, especially ages 25-35, amid intensified promotional activity industry-wide.
  • Five strategic priorities—operations, people leadership, brand marketing, technology innovation, and expansion—are being executed via system-wide retraining, HEAP equipment rollout, and accelerated menu and digital initiatives to drive transaction growth.
Oct 29, 2025, 8:30 PM
Chipotle reports Q3 2025 results
CMG
Earnings
Guidance Update
Demand Weakening
  • Q3 sales grew 7.5% to $3.0 billion, comps up 0.3%; restaurant-level margin was 24.5% (–100 bps), and adjusted diluted EPS was $0.29 (+7%)
  • Full-year comps now expected to decline in the low single-digit range; price roll-off of ~2 pts in December; for Q4, cost of sales in the high 30%, labor in high 25%, marketing at 3%, and other operating costs at 15%
  • Inflation accelerating into the mid-single-digit range for 2026; company will take a slow, measured approach to pricing and will not fully offset inflation near term to preserve value gap
  • Menu and digital initiatives—including carne asada, Red Chimichurri, and promotions like Summer of Extras and Chipotle IQ—have driven transactions; plans to accelerate culinary innovation (3–4 LTOs) and expand the rewards program
  • Opened 84 new restaurants in Q3 (64 Chipotlanes); expects 350–370 new openings in 2026 (including 10–15 international partner units) and remains on track for 7,000 total restaurants long term
Oct 29, 2025, 8:30 PM
Chipotle reports Q3 2025 results
CMG
Earnings
Share Buyback
  • Total revenue of $3.0 billion, up 7.5% year-over-year
  • Comparable restaurant sales increased 0.3% year-over-year
  • Operating margin was 15.9%, down from 16.9% in Q3 2024
  • Diluted earnings per share of $0.29, a 3.6% increase from Q3 2024
  • Repurchased $686.5 million of stock during the quarter
Oct 29, 2025, 8:12 PM
Chipotle announces Q3 2025 results
CMG
Earnings
Share Buyback
Guidance Update
  • Total revenue $3.0 billion, up 7.5% year-over-year; comparable restaurant sales increased 0.3% driven by a 1.1% lift in average check.
  • Operating margin 15.9%, down from 16.9%; restaurant-level operating margin 24.5%, down from 25.5%.
  • Net income of $382.1 million and diluted EPS of $0.29, a 3.6% increase (adjusted EPS $0.29, up 7.4%).
  • Opened 84 company-owned restaurants (including 64 with Chipotlanes) and repurchased $686.5 million of shares in the quarter, with $652.3 million still available.
  • 2025 outlook: low-single-digit comparable sales decline and 315–345 new restaurants; 2026 plan calls for 350–370 openings.
Oct 29, 2025, 8:10 PM
Chipotle unveils new family meal ordering program, reiterates growth and buyback plans
CMG
Product Launch
Guidance Update
Share Buyback
  • Chipotle launched a build-your-own family meal program priced around $8.50 per person, with a $10 first-order discount through October 21st to boost value perception.
  • CEO Scott Boatwright reaffirmed the goal of returning to mid-single-digit same-store sales growth and plans to open 315–345 new restaurants this year (8–10% unit growth).
  • The company is increasing share repurchases, having bought back $430 million of stock at an average basis of $50 and intends to be more aggressive in buybacks this year.
  • Management will evolve its media strategy and enhance both in-restaurant and digital experiences to better communicate Chipotle’s value proposition to consumers.
Aug 27, 2025, 11:46 PM
Chipotle outlines strategy amid cautious consumer spending
CMG
Demand Weakening
Product Launch
New Projects/Investments
  • Reduced customer frequency as macro uncertainties lead regular patrons to visit 1–2 times/week down from 2–3 times/week previously.
  • Maintained fast casual market share gains, despite a slowdown in May among low-income consumers; no share loss to other fast casual or QSRs.
  • Menu innovations include Adobo Ranch launched in summer and upcoming dips and hot honey chicken, slated for the 2026 marketing calendar.
  • Investing in operational tech: piloting an AI vision system for line efficiency and rolling out a high-efficiency equipment package (dual-sided plancha, produce slicer, dual-vat fryer, rice cooker) in 160 restaurants.
  • International expansion with Alshaya in the Middle East and a Monterrey, Mexico debut in Q1–Q2 2026 via an Alsea partnership, using the same menu and supply chain.
Aug 18, 2025, 12:01 PM