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Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. is a company in the services sector, classified within the restaurant industry. The company is one of the leading fast-casual restaurant chains in the United States, focused on Mexican-inspired cuisine and the use of fresh, natural ingredients in its preparations.
Founded by Steve Ells with the objective of offering an alternative to traditional fast food, the company combines quick service with the proposition of healthy, customizable meals.
Chipotle introduced the concept of “food with integrity,” emphasizing the use of organic ingredients, antibiotic-free meats, and products sourced from sustainable suppliers.
Chipotle’s operations are primarily concentrated in the United States, where the chain has more than 3,300 operational units. The company also maintains an international presence in countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.
Its sales are carried out both in physical restaurants and through proprietary digital platforms, as well as partnerships with delivery services, consolidating the company’s omnichannel strategy. The operational structure includes company-owned stores, regional distribution centers, and an integrated digital platform for ordering and loyalty programs.
The company’s administrative headquarters is located in Newport Beach, California, where strategic and operational directives are defined.
In the international market, its shares are listed directly on the NYSE under the ticker CMG.
History and when Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. was created
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. was founded in 1993 in Denver, Colorado, by Steve Ells, with the proposition of offering fresh, customizable Mexican-style food in a fast and efficient service format.
In its early years, the company consolidated its identity with a focus on natural ingredients and sustainable production, expanding its presence in the U.S. market. In 2006, the company completed its initial public offering (IPO) on the NYSE, raising capital for accelerated expansion and beginning the internationalization of the brand.
From that point forward, new restaurants were opened in various regions, accompanied by operational improvements to standardize the customer experience. In the following years, investments in technology and innovation enabled the optimization of production and service processes, including the adoption of digital systems for ordering and payment.
The company also expanded its menu with options aligned with evolving consumer preferences and trends within the food-service industry. Between 2020 and 2024, the growth strategy included increased investment in technology, with a focus on digital ordering and logistics optimization for delivery.
Additionally, new store formats dedicated exclusively to pickup and delivery were implemented, consolidating a hybrid service model aligned with changes in consumer behavior.
Advances in digital and operational initiatives improved service efficiency and expanded the brand’s reach in strategic markets. The company continues to invest in modernization and adaptation of its business model to keep pace with transformations in the fast-casual dining sector.
Additional Information
The Company Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (United States), is listed on NYSE with a market cap of $ 42.23 Billions, having an equity of $ 3.22 Billions.
With a total of 88.000 employees, the company is listed in the sector of Services and categorized in industry of Restaurants.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 11.79 Billions, which generated a profit in the amount of $ 1.54 Billion.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 27.48, a P/BV ratio of 13.11 and in the last 12 months the Company did not pay dividends.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker CMG.
