Korea Investment CORP Has $43.24 Million Position in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. $CMG

Korea Investment CORP lifted its stake in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG) by 16.5% in the 3rd quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 1,103,408 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock after acquiring an additional 156,105 shares during the period. Korea Investment CORP’s holdings in Chipotle Mexican Grill were worth $43,243,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.

A number of other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in CMG. Revolve Wealth Partners LLC increased its stake in Chipotle Mexican Grill by 4.7% during the fourth quarter. Revolve Wealth Partners LLC now owns 4,804 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $290,000 after acquiring an additional 214 shares during the period. Trueblood Wealth Management LLC lifted its position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill by 4.6% in the 3rd quarter. Trueblood Wealth Management LLC now owns 5,703 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $224,000 after acquiring an additional 253 shares during the period. Scotia Capital Inc. lifted its position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill by 0.4% in the 2nd quarter. Scotia Capital Inc. now owns 76,358 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $4,288,000 after acquiring an additional 269 shares during the period. Lakeshore Capital Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill by 1.9% in the 3rd quarter. Lakeshore Capital Group Inc. now owns 14,632 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $573,000 after acquiring an additional 272 shares during the period. Finally, Pine Haven Investment Counsel Inc lifted its position in shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill by 0.8% in the 3rd quarter. Pine Haven Investment Counsel Inc now owns 37,391 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $1,465,000 after acquiring an additional 280 shares during the period. 91.30% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Chipotle Mexican Grill Stock Performance

Shares of CMG opened at $35.42 on Monday. The company has a market cap of $46.13 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 31.07, a PEG ratio of 2.18 and a beta of 1.00. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of $38.37 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $37.82. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. has a 52-week low of $29.75 and a 52-week high of $58.42.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, February 3rd. The restaurant operator reported $0.25 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.24 by $0.01. Chipotle Mexican Grill had a return on equity of 47.99% and a net margin of 12.88%.The company had revenue of $2.98 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $2.96 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $0.25 earnings per share. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 4.9% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, research analysts predict that Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. will post 1.29 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

CMG has been the topic of a number of research reports. Zacks Research cut Chipotle Mexican Grill from a “hold” rating to a “strong sell” rating in a research report on Friday, February 6th. Gordon Haskett cut Chipotle Mexican Grill from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, January 8th. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday. Wells Fargo & Company lowered their price target on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill from $50.00 to $45.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a report on Wednesday, February 4th. Finally, Mizuho reduced their price objective on shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill from $38.00 to $37.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, February 4th. Twenty-three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eleven have given a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, Chipotle Mexican Grill presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $47.37.

Trending Headlines about Chipotle Mexican Grill

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

• Positive Sentiment: DA Davidson initiated coverage of Chipotle with a Buy rating and a $51 price target, implying significant upside from current levels — a clear catalyst that could support the stock if investors buy into the thesis. Benzinga
• Positive Sentiment: DA Davidson also flagged the restaurant group as poised for a 2026 rebound as valuations sit near multi-year lows and early industry improvement signs appear, which could lift peers including CMG if consumer demand strengthens. DA Davidson sees U.S. restaurants primed for rebound in 2026
• Neutral Sentiment: Coverage comparing sector names: an article on Buffett’s move into Domino’s and sector dynamics provides context on investor preference for franchise-heavy, cash-generative chains versus company-owned models — useful background but not a direct catalyst for CMG. The Restaurant Stock Warren Buffett Bought Is Up. Here’s the One His Successor Will Likely Buy Next
• Neutral Sentiment: A comparative piece on Chipotle vs. Sweetgreen explores differing growth/valuation profiles in the casual-dining/fast-casual space — useful for long-term positioning but not an immediate price driver. Chipotle vs. Sweetgreen: Which Stock Will Make You Richer?
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks highlights that Chipotle has registered a bigger intraday dip than the broader market, signaling short-term selling pressure and bearish tone among traders. Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) Sees a More Significant Dip Than Broader Market: Some Facts to Know
• Negative Sentiment: Multiple pieces (The Motley Fool) question whether Chipotle’s valuation (high-teens-to-30s P/E depending on metric) is justified for “mid-single-digit” growth, a narrative that pressures the stock as investors re-price growth expectations. Why Did Chipotle Mexican Grill Stock Drop Today?
• Negative Sentiment: Follow-ups (Yahoo Finance / Zacks) note CMG is down roughly ~8% since its recent earnings report; analysts and investors are watching same-store sales, margin trajectory and forward guidance for signs the company can re-accelerate growth. Why Is Chipotle (CMG) Down 8.1% Since Last Earnings Report?
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks’ deeper look into post-earnings weakness reiterates the same themes: modest revenue/EPS growth, high valuation, and investor skepticism — factors that explain near-term selling pressure. Why Is Chipotle (CMG) Down 8.1% Since Last Earnings Report?

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.