Composition Wealth LLC decreased its position in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG – Free Report) by 84.5% in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 26,770 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock after selling 145,779 shares during the quarter. Composition Wealth LLC’s holdings in Chipotle Mexican Grill were worth $991,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Several other hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in CMG. Financial Life Planners acquired a new position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $25,000. Wealth Watch Advisors INC acquired a new position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $25,000. Salomon & Ludwin LLC acquired a new position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $26,000. Steigerwald Gordon & Koch Inc. acquired a new position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $29,000. Finally, Murphy & Mullick Capital Management Corp lifted its holdings in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill by 106.7% in the 3rd quarter. Murphy & Mullick Capital Management Corp now owns 775 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $30,000 after purchasing an additional 400 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 91.30% of the company’s stock.
Key Headlines Impacting Chipotle Mexican Grill
Here are the key news stories impacting Chipotle Mexican Grill this week:
- Positive Sentiment: First-quarter transaction growth returned to positive territory for the first time in over a year, supporting an upside thesis that CMG’s recovery has room to run; 24/7 Wall St. calls the setup compelling and publishes a $43.34 target. Chipotle Stock Is Just Getting Started As Sales Rebound In Q1
- Positive Sentiment: CEO Scott Boatwright highlights continued digital evolution (Chipotlanes, AI cameras, operational retooling) as the company’s next growth phase — a reminder that unit economics and AOV improvements from tech/delivery remain central to upside. Chipotlane to AI cameras: Inside Chipotle’s digital evolution with CEO | Power Players
- Positive Sentiment: Customer behavior shows resilience: reports indicate diners are buying more double-protein orders, which can lift average check and margins if sustained. Chipotle customers heap on double portions of protein
- Neutral Sentiment: Mixed analyst activity: some firms reiterated “Outperform” or raised targets (e.g., $46, $39), reflecting differing views on recovery timing. These offsetting analyst moves keep guidance risk in focus rather than decisively signaling direction. Price Target Raised to $46.00
- Neutral Sentiment: CEO interviews (e.g., on pricing, portion strategy and desserts) outline a multi-quarter plan to stabilize comps — useful context but execution and comp trends will determine market reaction. Chipotle CEO on affordable prices, portion size, and desserts
- Negative Sentiment: Investors reacted poorly to Q1 despite a revenue beat — scrutiny on EPS, slower traffic recovery and forward cadence prompted selling. Coverage explaining that disconnect helps explain today’s weakness. Why Chipotle (CMG) Stock Dropped After Q1 Earnings Despite Revenue Beat
- Negative Sentiment: Chipotle is running customer promotions (about $2M of freebies) to lure price-sensitive diners — good short-term traffic support but a potential margin/headline risk if extended. Chipotle adds free offer for customers amid rising prices
- Negative Sentiment: Several broker price-target cuts (Guggenheim to $35, Barclays to $38, Piper Sandler to $42) signal reduced near-term expectations and likely contributed to selling pressure. Guggenheim Lowers Chipotle Mexican Grill Price Target to $35.00
Chipotle Mexican Grill Price Performance
Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, April 29th. The restaurant operator reported $0.24 earnings per share for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $0.24. The firm had revenue of $3.09 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.07 billion. Chipotle Mexican Grill had a return on equity of 49.64% and a net margin of 11.96%.The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 7.4% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business earned $0.29 EPS. On average, research analysts expect that Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. will post 1.13 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
Several analysts recently issued reports on CMG shares. UBS Group reissued a “buy” rating on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a report on Monday, January 26th. BTIG Research reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $45.00 price target on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a report on Thursday, April 30th. Wall Street Zen raised Chipotle Mexican Grill from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, March 7th. Argus reissued a “hold” rating on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a report on Thursday, February 5th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $45.00 price target on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill in a report on Thursday, April 30th. Twenty-three analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and twelve have given a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $46.23.
Read Our Latest Stock Analysis on Chipotle Mexican Grill
Chipotle Mexican Grill Company Profile
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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