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CMG's strong European comparable sales and improving restaurant economics are likely paving the way for faster expansion and revenue growth in 2027 and beyond.
CMG - Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.
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CONSENSUS:
Buy
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PRICE TARGET:
$42.41
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HIGH:
$50.00
LOW:
$38.00
MEDIAN:
$41.00
CONSENSUS:
$42.41
UPSIDE:
39.64%
Stock News
Chipotle's ridiculously oversized bag can carry enough food to feed your entire family
Chipotle Mexican Grill has debuted a 3-foot-wide, 170-liter (45-gallon) bag that serves as both a bold fashion statement and a marketing stunt that exemplifies the creative style of its chief brand officer, Fernando Machado.
3 Sales Growth Stocks to Buy as Q3 Earnings Get Underway
Chipotle, BP and Intuitive Surgical stand out for strong sales growth, solid cash flow and favorable valuation metrics as Q3 earnings begin.
CHIPOTLE GOES BIG FOR FAMILY MEALS WITH THE BIG ASS CHIPOTLE BAG
Chipotle unveils a limited-edition, three-foot-wide, 170-liter version of its iconic takeout bag to spotlight Family Meals Family Meals are Chipotle's digital-exclusive, customizable offering designed to serve four to six people Beginning October 13, U.S. Rewards members can enter for a chance to win a limited-edition Big Ass Chipotle Bag through the Chipotle app1 NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) is giving its iconic to-go bag a Big Ass upgrade.
Stock Market Today, Oct. 12: Chipotle Falls 4% as Starbucks Denies Takeover Bid
Today, Oct. 12, 2026, takeover speculation evaporated after Starbucks ruled out a deal, sending the fast-casual chain down 3.75%.
Starbucks Says It's Not Buying Chipotle, Dousing Deal Rumors
Starbucks Corp. said it's not buying Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc., tamping down speculation about what could have been one of the restaurant sector's largest-ever deals. Bloomberg's Redd Brown joins to discuss this as well as his recent piece about how California vintners are experimenting with making an American version of tequila due to a drop in wine consumption and state-imposed water restrictions.
Starbucks Shuts Down Chipotle Takeover Rumors. Here's What Investors Need to Know.
Reports suggested that Starbucks had engaged advisors to investigate a potential acquisition of Chipotle. The company released a statement today, quashing the rumors.
Chipotle falls 4% as Starbucks rules out takeover, shares rise to $92.13
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (NYSE:CMG) shares fell 4% to $30.20 as Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:SBUX, XETRA:SRB) rose 2% to $92.13 after the coffeehouse chain ruled out a takeover of the burrito restaurant group. Starbucks said it was not buying Chipotle, ending speculation sparked by a report that it had hired advisers to explore a potential acquisition.
Dow Gains Over 200 Points; Chipotle Shares Move Lower
U.S. stocks traded mixed midway through trading, with the Dow Jones index gaining over 200 points on Monday.
Chipotle Slides 3% as Starbucks Rules Out Acquisition; Starbucks Stock Rises While McDonald's Stock Slips
Takeover hopes that had been lifting Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG | CMG Price Prediction) shares are fading after the most logical buyer stepped aside. Chipotle stock is at $30.
Chipotle Stock Falls After Starbucks Says It Is Not Buying the Chain
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (NYSE:CMG) shares are trading lower Monday after Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) denied that it is considering acquiring the fast-casual chain.
Chipotle Shares Are Soaring on News That Starbucks May Acquire It
Starbucks' CEO once engineered a turnaround at Chipotle. He's also attempting to turn around poor sales at Starbucks.
Starbucks says it is not buying Chipotle after takeover speculation
"Starbucks is not buying Chipotle," a Starbucks spokesperson told CNBC. The denial follows days of rumors that Starbucks was trying to acquire the fast-casual chain.
Massive News for Chipotle and Starbucks Investors
A potential acquisition could add shareholder value in several key ways.
Starbucks Is Mulling Acquiring Chipotle. Can Joining 2 Stumbling Stocks Help Either
Retirement-focused investors may be wondering whether to own Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX | SBUX Price Prediction) or Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) right now? The question got harder to ignore after the Financial Times reported that Starbucks has explored a takeover of Chipotle.
Is a Starbucks-Chipotle Merger Actually Possible?
Could Starbucks really buy Chipotle? Restaurant analyst John Tower tells Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi a deal is highly unlikely, but he won't rule it out, given CEO Brian Niccol's history at both companies.
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) Stock Falls Amid Market Uptick: What Investors Need to Know
In the most recent trading session, Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) closed at $31.65, indicating a -3.15% shift from the previous trading day.
Starbucks Explores CMG Deal: Smart Move or Costly Gamble?
SBUX has reportedly explored a Chipotle takeover, but potential growth opportunities must be weighed against financing costs, integration risks and its ongoing turnaround.
A Starbucks Takeover of Chipotle? 5 Milestones Show What Buying Into Hype Costs You.
Starbucks may be eyeing a Chipotle acquisition, but before getting swept up in the excitement, consider what every previous Starbucks headline moment actually delivered to investors who bought in on the news.
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Price Targets
Chipotle downgraded to Neutral from Outperform at Baird
$40.00
(was $36.90)
Chris O'Cull
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Robert W. Baird
Chipotle price target raised to $45 from $40 at Argus
$45.00
(was $37.15)
Argus Research
Chipotle price target raised to $50 from $45 at DA Davidson
$50.00
(was $38.49)
D.A. Davidson
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) PT Raised to $40 at Stephens
$40.00
(was $34.24)
Jim Salera
·
Stephens
Chipotle price target raised to $44 from $42 at Baird
$44.00
(was $34.24)
Robert W. Baird
Chipotle price target lowered to $39 from $42 at Piper Sandler
$39.00
(was $34.24)
Piper Sandler
Chipotle price target raised to $39 from $37 at Morgan Stanley
$39.00
(was $34.24)
Morgan Stanley
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) PT Raised to $42.50 at Raymond James
$42.50
(was $34.24)
Brian Vaccaro
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Raymond James
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) PT Raised to $47 at Evercore ISI
$47.00
(was $34.24)
David Palmer
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Evercore ISI
Chipotle price target raised to $41 from $40 at Mizuho
$41.00
(was $35.25)
Mizuho Securities
Morgan Stanley Downgrades Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) to Equalweight
$37.00
(was $29.25)
Brian Harbour
·
Morgan Stanley
Chipotle price target lowered to $42 from $44 at Piper Sandler
$42.00
(was $32.98)
Piper Sandler
Chipotle price target raised to $39 from $38 at Stephens
$39.00
(was $32.98)
Stephens
Chipotle price target lowered to $38 from $40 at Barclays
$38.00
(was $32.98)
Jeffrey Bernstein
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Bernstein
Chipotle price target lowered to $41 from $43 at Raymond James
$41.00
(was $35.83)
Raymond James
Chipotle price target lowered to $45 from $50 at RBC Capital
$45.00
(was $36.30)
RBC Capital
Chipotle price target lowered to $36 from $37 at Guggenheim
$36.00
(was $39.93)
Guggenheim
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) PT Lowered to $48 at Deutsche Bank
$48.00
(was $39.91)
Lauren Silberman
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Deutsche Bank
Chipotle price target lowered to $48 from $50 at Telsey Advisory
$48.00
(was $38.61)
Sarang Vora
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Telsey Advisory
Chipotle price target lowered to $49 from $50 at Morgan Stanley
$49.00
(was $39.17)
Brian Harbour
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Morgan Stanley