Wealthfront Advisers LLC Buys New Shares in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. $CMG

Key Points

• Wealthfront Advisers initiated a position in Chipotle by purchasing 128,191 shares valued at approximately $4.36 million. Institutional investors and hedge funds collectively own 91.3% of the stock.
• Analysts remain broadly positive, with a consensus “Moderate Buy” rating from 33 analysts and an average price target of $44.16.
• Chipotle exceeded quarterly expectations, reporting $0.33 in EPS and $3.35 billion in revenue, while revenue increased 9.3% year over year. Shares opened at $35.29, compared with a 52-week range of $28.03 to $43.72.

Wealthfront Advisers LLC bought a new position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG - Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 128,191 shares of the restaurant operator's stock, valued at approximately $4,358,000.

A number of other large investors have also bought and sold shares of the stock. Vanguard Group Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill by 14.8% during the fourth quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 144,588,220 shares of the restaurant operator's stock valued at $5,349,764,000 after purchasing an additional 18,660,882 shares during the period. BlackRock Inc. acquired a new stake in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in the 2nd quarter valued at about $4,417,475,000. Capital World Investors increased its position in Chipotle Mexican Grill by 15.8% in the 4th quarter. Capital World Investors now owns 101,688,010 shares of the restaurant operator's stock valued at $3,762,457,000 after buying an additional 13,843,222 shares in the last quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD raised its stake in Chipotle Mexican Grill by 18.8% during the 4th quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD now owns 58,447,867 shares of the restaurant operator's stock worth $2,162,572,000 after buying an additional 9,237,720 shares during the period. Finally, Capital International Investors raised its stake in Chipotle Mexican Grill by 17.7% during the 4th quarter. Capital International Investors now owns 45,294,212 shares of the restaurant operator's stock worth $1,675,895,000 after buying an additional 6,796,285 shares during the period. 91.30% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several research analysts have issued reports on CMG shares. UBS Group reiterated a "buy" rating on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a report on Friday, July 31st. Citigroup lowered their target price on Chipotle Mexican Grill from $46.00 to $45.00 and set a "buy" rating on the stock in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Royal Bank Of Canada reissued an "outperform" rating and issued a $45.00 price target on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a research report on Thursday, April 30th. Evercore restated an "outperform" rating and set a $47.00 price target on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a research note on Thursday, July 30th. Finally, TD Cowen reaffirmed a "buy" rating and issued a $44.00 price objective on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a research note on Thursday, July 30th. Twenty-four investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and nine have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average price target of $44.16.

Chipotle Mexican Grill Price Performance

Shares of NYSE:CMG opened at $35.29 on Friday. The company has a market capitalization of $44.66 billion, a PE ratio of 32.38, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.21 and a beta of 0.94. The business has a fifty day moving average price of $33.71 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $33.97. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. has a 1 year low of $28.03 and a 1 year high of $43.72.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG - Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, July 29th. The restaurant operator reported $0.33 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $0.32 by $0.01. The business had revenue of $3.35 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.33 billion. Chipotle Mexican Grill had a net margin of 11.43% and a return on equity of 54.65%. The firm's quarterly revenue was up 9.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.33 earnings per share. Sell-side analysts anticipate that Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. will post 1.14 earnings per share for the current year.

Trending Headlines about Chipotle Mexican Grill

Here are the key news stories impacting Chipotle Mexican Grill this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Analysts and commentators continue to highlight Chipotle’s plan to expand to approximately 7,000 restaurants. The investment case depends on disciplined openings, strong new-store returns and efficiency gains that preserve restaurant-level economics as the chain grows. Can Chipotle Scale to 7,000 Units Without Eroding Store Economics?
• Positive Sentiment: Coverage of Chipotle’s accelerating comparable-restaurant sales suggests that a key operating metric may be recovering after several weaker quarters, supporting the long-term growth outlook. This Growth Stock Reported Accelerating Same-Store Sales
• Positive Sentiment: Chipotle and Yum! are being described as potentially attractive after a food-safety-related selloff. The view is that recent scares could have a temporary effect on sales while both restaurant chains retain solid underlying operating momentum. Chipotle and Yum! Look Like Bargains After Food-Safety Selloff
• Positive Sentiment: Unusually heavy call-option activity—with 62,143 calls purchased versus typical volume of 49,651—signals increased bullish speculative interest, although options activity does not guarantee future gains.
• Positive Sentiment: A limited-time Salish Matter Kids’ Meal collaboration expands Chipotle’s Gen Alpha marketing strategy and could increase engagement with younger consumers and their families. Chipotle Launches the Salish Matter Order
• Neutral Sentiment: Articles examining Chipotle’s 10-year investment returns, five-year outlook and 2026 performance reinforce the company’s long-term growth narrative, but are largely analytical rather than new corporate announcements. Here's How Much a $1,000 Investment in Chipotle Made

About Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill is a fast-casual restaurant company known for its Mexican-inspired menu of burritos, bowls, tacos and salads. Founded in 1993 by Steve Ells, the chain emphasizes fresh, customizable meals made from a limited menu of core ingredients and a focus on ingredient quality. Chipotle operates primarily company-owned restaurants and offers dine-in, takeout, catering and delivery through its own digital platforms and third-party partners.

The company is headquartered in Newport Beach, California, and traces its roots to Denver, Colorado.

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