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$CMGChipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. · Restaurants · $37.4B

$29.82

-0.2%

Event thread

Key events, in time order

25 items

2026-10-13Product
CMG Launches Oversized Family Meal Bag Marketing Stunt
Confirmed by company release and multiple media, marketing stunt may boost family meal sales
D1 -0.2% · since -2.5%
2026-10-07 → 10-12CapitalBear
Starbucks denies Chipotle acquisition, CMG gives back rumor gains
Starbucks explicitly denies acquisition rumors; CMG falls nearly 5%, erasing most gains from earlier speculation
D1 -0.4% · +5d -0.8%
5 waves of this story
- 2026-10-07 Semafor reports Chipotle hasn't received takeover offer, but rumor draws market attention
- 2026-10-09 Multiple outlets confirm takeover talks; deal could create ~$50B annual sales giant
- 2026-10-09 Bernstein analyst doubts deal but cites strategic reasons; CMG rose intraday
- 2026-10-10 Market doubts deal viability; concerns over debt, financing costs, execution
- 2026-10-12 Starbucks explicitly denies acquisition rumors; CMG falls nearly 5%, erasing most gains from earlier speculation

23 earlier events

2026-10-07CompanyBull
CMG Targets National Catering Launch in 2027, Unlocking New Sales Engine
Encouraging pilots and stronger family meal demand open a new sales opportunity
D1 -0.4% · +5d -0.8%
2026-10-06CapitalBear
CMG Sees Unusually High Put Option Buying, Up 106%
101,720 put options traded on Oct 5, up 106% from normal, indicating heightened market attention
D1 +0.2% · +5d -1.8%
2026-10-06Capital
CMG Stake Boosted by 7,051.6% by MassMutual, Sparking Long-Term Value Debate
MassMutual raised stake in Q3, while analysts turn bearish; retail sees $30 as multibagger territory
D1 +0.2% · +5d -1.8%
2026-10-02CompanyBull
CMG Ramps Up Menu Innovation 4X, Driving Traffic Growth
Accelerated menu innovation with strong LTO attachment rates supports sustained traffic gains
D1 +0.1% · +5d -2.4%
2026-09-17Company
CMG Partners with Palantir on Food Safety Risk Platform
Partnership confirmed by multiple sources, covering health scores, pests, and employee illness, expanding to restaurant supply chain scenarios
D1 -0.5% · +5d -4.5%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-09-17 Uses operational data to identify risks early, reinforcing its 'Food with Integrity' brand
- 2026-09-17 Partnership confirmed by multiple sources, covering health scores, pests, and employee illness, expanding to restaurant supply chain scenarios
2026-09-158-K filing
8-K: Item 5.02, Item 9.01
D1 -5.9% · +5d -6.3%
2026-08-31Product
CMG Launches All-New Pollo Asado and Chili Lime Chips LTO
Brand-first dual LTO launch diversifies menu and drives customer trial
D1 +0.0% · +5d -2.8%
2026-08-26Product
CMG Offers Free Double Protein Promotion
On Aug 27, US/Canada customers get free double protein, celebrating final week of Honey Chicken
D1 -0.2% · +5d +3.2%
2026-08-26Capital
CMG CEO and CFO Sell Shares
CEO sold $1.1M, CFO sold $327K, tied to RSU vesting
D1 -0.2% · +5d +3.2%
2026-08-24AnalystBear
CMG Downgraded by Multiple Analysts
CMG appears on downgrade list and was cut to Hold on Aug 24
D1 +3.0% · +5d +0.0%
2026-08-24Analyst
Baird downgrades to Neutral
D1 +3.0% · +5d +0.0%
2026-07-30 → 08-09EarningsBull
Q2 Beat Leads to Raised Full-Year Comps Guidance
Company confirms Q2 revenue of $3.3B, comps up 2.2%, raises full-year guidance
D1 +12.5% · +5d -12.5%
3 waves of this story
- 2026-07-30 Revenue and EPS beat estimates, comp sales up 2.2%, but lettuce outbreak slows traffic
- 2026-07-30 Q2 revenue $3.3B +9.3%, comps +2.2%, raised FY guidance, shares +13%
- 2026-08-09 Company confirms Q2 revenue of $3.3B, comps up 2.2%, raises full-year guidance
2026-08-08CompanyBear
Cyclospora outbreak hits salad sales, Chipotle traffic falls
NielsenIQ data shows traffic to salad chains and prepackaged salad dollar sales plummeted, impacting Chipotle as a major salad brand
D1 -2.0% · +5d +5.0%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-08-08 Consumers avoid greens due to cyclospora, leading to traffic and sales declines at salad chains.
- 2026-08-08 NielsenIQ data shows traffic to salad chains and prepackaged salad dollar sales plummeted, impacting Chipotle as a major salad brand
2026-08-05 → 08-08CompanyBear
Salmonella Outbreak Escalates: Chipotle Pulls Jalapeños, Switches Suppliers
Multiple sources confirm Chipotle voluntarily removed jalapeños and switched suppliers amid Minnesota Salmonella outbreak
D1 +2.0% · +5d -5.4%
5 waves of this story
- 2026-08-05 Company replaced supplier, but shares fell 10%, losing ~$5B market cap
- 2026-08-05 Company confirms annual targets exclude outbreak impact; Minnesota health officials see no ongoing concerns, stock rebounds.
- 2026-08-07 FDA still investigating; analysts see limited sales impact, but shares extend losses
- 2026-08-08 Social media reports chipotle falling 12.5% intraday on salmonella headline, extending prior outbreak impact
- 2026-08-06 Multiple sources confirm Chipotle voluntarily removed jalapeños and switched suppliers amid Minnesota Salmonella outbreak
2026-08-05 → 08-08CompanyBear
Chipotle pulls jalapeños after 110 Minnesota salmonella cases; stock drops over 7%
Social media reports of sharp decline lack independent confirmation, serving as supplementary info to ongoing event.
D1 +2.0% · +5d -5.4%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-08-08 Social media reports cite salmonella headline driving 12.5% drop, extending the existing 110-case event line.
- 2026-08-08 Social media reports of sharp decline lack independent confirmation, serving as supplementary info to ongoing event.
2026-08-06AnalystBull
Chipotle shares rise on broker commentary and regulatory disclosure
Positive broker commentary and corporate regulatory disclosure lift shares; notable options activity observed.
D1 -2.3% · +5d -3.3%
2026-07-29Earnings
Earnings report
Q2 revenue grew 9.3% to $3.3 billion, with comparable sales up 2.2% and transaction comp of 1%.
D1 +2.2% · +5d +0.8%
2026-07-298-K filing
8-K: Item 2.02, Item 8.01, Item 9.01
D1 +2.2% · +5d +0.8%
2026-07-25 → 07-27Earnings
Chipotle to Report Q2 Earnings July 29, Costs in Focus
Multiple independent X accounts flag CMG earnings date, confirming the event but adding no new facts.
D1 +4.4% · +5d +12.8%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-07-25 Multiple outlets preview earnings, expecting accelerated revenue growth but margin pressure from food and labor costs
- 2026-07-27 Multiple independent X accounts flag CMG earnings date, confirming the event but adding no new facts.
2026-07-14 → 07-17Company
Chipotle opens first restaurant in Mexico
Multiple outlets and social posts cover the Mexico debut, highlighting international growth potential.
D1 -0.5% · +5d -8.5%
4 waves of this story
- 2026-07-14 Company announces first foray into Mexico in Nuevo León, with plans for Mexico City expansion in 2027
- 2026-07-16 New: $1M free burritos during July 19 final, boosting expansion and marketing
- 2026-07-16 Reuters reports opening details, adding on-site info to existing event.
- 2026-07-17 Multiple outlets and social posts cover the Mexico debut, highlighting international growth potential.
2026-07-17OtherBull
Chipotle says unaffected by cyclosporiasis outbreak
Company states its restaurants are not hit by outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce, a food safety clarification.
D1 +0.7% · +5d -7.7%
2026-07-16Product
Chipotle launches World Cup hydration break promo
PR Newswire reports $1M free burritos during final on July 19, new marketing move.
D1 -1.2% · +5d -6.4%
2026-07-088-K filing
8-K: Item 8.01
D1 -2.7% · +5d +3.6%

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Event thread

Key events, in time order

25 items

2026-10-13Product
CMG Launches Oversized Family Meal Bag Marketing Stunt
Confirmed by company release and multiple media, marketing stunt may boost family meal sales
D1 -0.2% · since -2.5%
2026-10-07 → 10-12CapitalBear
Starbucks denies Chipotle acquisition, CMG gives back rumor gains
Starbucks explicitly denies acquisition rumors; CMG falls nearly 5%, erasing most gains from earlier speculation
D1 -0.4% · +5d -0.8%
5 waves of this story
- 2026-10-07 Semafor reports Chipotle hasn't received takeover offer, but rumor draws market attention
- 2026-10-09 Multiple outlets confirm takeover talks; deal could create ~$50B annual sales giant
- 2026-10-09 Bernstein analyst doubts deal but cites strategic reasons; CMG rose intraday
- 2026-10-10 Market doubts deal viability; concerns over debt, financing costs, execution
- 2026-10-12 Starbucks explicitly denies acquisition rumors; CMG falls nearly 5%, erasing most gains from earlier speculation
2026-10-07CompanyBull
CMG Targets National Catering Launch in 2027, Unlocking New Sales Engine
Encouraging pilots and stronger family meal demand open a new sales opportunity
D1 -0.4% · +5d -0.8%
2026-10-06CapitalBear
CMG Sees Unusually High Put Option Buying, Up 106%
101,720 put options traded on Oct 5, up 106% from normal, indicating heightened market attention
D1 +0.2% · +5d -1.8%
2026-10-06Capital
CMG Stake Boosted by 7,051.6% by MassMutual, Sparking Long-Term Value Debate
MassMutual raised stake in Q3, while analysts turn bearish; retail sees $30 as multibagger territory
D1 +0.2% · +5d -1.8%

20 earlier events

2026-10-02CompanyBull
CMG Ramps Up Menu Innovation 4X, Driving Traffic Growth
Accelerated menu innovation with strong LTO attachment rates supports sustained traffic gains
D1 +0.1% · +5d -2.4%
2026-09-17Company
CMG Partners with Palantir on Food Safety Risk Platform
Partnership confirmed by multiple sources, covering health scores, pests, and employee illness, expanding to restaurant supply chain scenarios
D1 -0.5% · +5d -4.5%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-09-17 Uses operational data to identify risks early, reinforcing its 'Food with Integrity' brand
- 2026-09-17 Partnership confirmed by multiple sources, covering health scores, pests, and employee illness, expanding to restaurant supply chain scenarios
2026-09-158-K filing
8-K: Item 5.02, Item 9.01
D1 -5.9% · +5d -6.3%
2026-08-31Product
CMG Launches All-New Pollo Asado and Chili Lime Chips LTO
Brand-first dual LTO launch diversifies menu and drives customer trial
D1 +0.0% · +5d -2.8%
2026-08-26Product
CMG Offers Free Double Protein Promotion
On Aug 27, US/Canada customers get free double protein, celebrating final week of Honey Chicken
D1 -0.2% · +5d +3.2%
2026-08-26Capital
CMG CEO and CFO Sell Shares
CEO sold $1.1M, CFO sold $327K, tied to RSU vesting
D1 -0.2% · +5d +3.2%
2026-08-24AnalystBear
CMG Downgraded by Multiple Analysts
CMG appears on downgrade list and was cut to Hold on Aug 24
D1 +3.0% · +5d +0.0%
2026-08-24Analyst
Baird downgrades to Neutral
D1 +3.0% · +5d +0.0%
2026-07-30 → 08-09EarningsBull
Q2 Beat Leads to Raised Full-Year Comps Guidance
Company confirms Q2 revenue of $3.3B, comps up 2.2%, raises full-year guidance
D1 +12.5% · +5d -12.5%
3 waves of this story
- 2026-07-30 Revenue and EPS beat estimates, comp sales up 2.2%, but lettuce outbreak slows traffic
- 2026-07-30 Q2 revenue $3.3B +9.3%, comps +2.2%, raised FY guidance, shares +13%
- 2026-08-09 Company confirms Q2 revenue of $3.3B, comps up 2.2%, raises full-year guidance
2026-08-08CompanyBear
Cyclospora outbreak hits salad sales, Chipotle traffic falls
NielsenIQ data shows traffic to salad chains and prepackaged salad dollar sales plummeted, impacting Chipotle as a major salad brand
D1 -2.0% · +5d +5.0%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-08-08 Consumers avoid greens due to cyclospora, leading to traffic and sales declines at salad chains.
- 2026-08-08 NielsenIQ data shows traffic to salad chains and prepackaged salad dollar sales plummeted, impacting Chipotle as a major salad brand
2026-08-05 → 08-08CompanyBear
Salmonella Outbreak Escalates: Chipotle Pulls Jalapeños, Switches Suppliers
Multiple sources confirm Chipotle voluntarily removed jalapeños and switched suppliers amid Minnesota Salmonella outbreak
D1 +2.0% · +5d -5.4%
5 waves of this story
- 2026-08-05 Company replaced supplier, but shares fell 10%, losing ~$5B market cap
- 2026-08-05 Company confirms annual targets exclude outbreak impact; Minnesota health officials see no ongoing concerns, stock rebounds.
- 2026-08-07 FDA still investigating; analysts see limited sales impact, but shares extend losses
- 2026-08-08 Social media reports chipotle falling 12.5% intraday on salmonella headline, extending prior outbreak impact
- 2026-08-06 Multiple sources confirm Chipotle voluntarily removed jalapeños and switched suppliers amid Minnesota Salmonella outbreak
2026-08-05 → 08-08CompanyBear
Chipotle pulls jalapeños after 110 Minnesota salmonella cases; stock drops over 7%
Social media reports of sharp decline lack independent confirmation, serving as supplementary info to ongoing event.
D1 +2.0% · +5d -5.4%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-08-08 Social media reports cite salmonella headline driving 12.5% drop, extending the existing 110-case event line.
- 2026-08-08 Social media reports of sharp decline lack independent confirmation, serving as supplementary info to ongoing event.
2026-08-06AnalystBull
Chipotle shares rise on broker commentary and regulatory disclosure
Positive broker commentary and corporate regulatory disclosure lift shares; notable options activity observed.
D1 -2.3% · +5d -3.3%
2026-07-29Earnings
Earnings report
Q2 revenue grew 9.3% to $3.3 billion, with comparable sales up 2.2% and transaction comp of 1%.
D1 +2.2% · +5d +0.8%
2026-07-298-K filing
8-K: Item 2.02, Item 8.01, Item 9.01
D1 +2.2% · +5d +0.8%
2026-07-25 → 07-27Earnings
Chipotle to Report Q2 Earnings July 29, Costs in Focus
Multiple independent X accounts flag CMG earnings date, confirming the event but adding no new facts.
D1 +4.4% · +5d +12.8%
2 waves of this story
- 2026-07-25 Multiple outlets preview earnings, expecting accelerated revenue growth but margin pressure from food and labor costs
- 2026-07-27 Multiple independent X accounts flag CMG earnings date, confirming the event but adding no new facts.
2026-07-14 → 07-17Company
Chipotle opens first restaurant in Mexico
Multiple outlets and social posts cover the Mexico debut, highlighting international growth potential.
D1 -0.5% · +5d -8.5%
4 waves of this story
- 2026-07-14 Company announces first foray into Mexico in Nuevo León, with plans for Mexico City expansion in 2027
- 2026-07-16 New: $1M free burritos during July 19 final, boosting expansion and marketing
- 2026-07-16 Reuters reports opening details, adding on-site info to existing event.
- 2026-07-17 Multiple outlets and social posts cover the Mexico debut, highlighting international growth potential.
2026-07-17OtherBull
Chipotle says unaffected by cyclosporiasis outbreak
Company states its restaurants are not hit by outbreak linked to Taco Bell lettuce, a food safety clarification.
D1 +0.7% · +5d -7.7%
2026-07-16Product
Chipotle launches World Cup hydration break promo
PR Newswire reports $1M free burritos during final on July 19, new marketing move.
D1 -1.2% · +5d -6.4%
2026-07-088-K filing
8-K: Item 8.01
D1 -2.7% · +5d +3.6%

$CMG (Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.) — investor discussion on X

Five-factor rating: Sell (sector percentile 17.8%)

Recent discussion events

Most active credible voices on $CMG

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$CMG (Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.) — investor discussion on X

Five-factor rating: Sell (sector percentile 17.8%)

Recent discussion events

Most active credible voices on $CMG

Recent headlines featuring $CMG

CMG Launches Oversized Family Meal Bag Marketing Stunt

Starbucks denies Chipotle acquisition, CMG gives back rumor gains

CMG Targets National Catering Launch in 2027, Unlocking New Sales Engine

CMG Sees Unusually High Put Option Buying, Up 106%

CMG Stake Boosted by 7,051.6% by MassMutual, Sparking Long-Term Value Debate

CMG Ramps Up Menu Innovation 4X, Driving Traffic Growth

CMG Partners with Palantir on Food Safety Risk Platform

8-K: Item 5.02, Item 9.01

CMG Launches All-New Pollo Asado and Chili Lime Chips LTO

CMG Offers Free Double Protein Promotion

CMG CEO and CFO Sell Shares

CMG Downgraded by Multiple Analysts

Baird downgrades to Neutral

Q2 Beat Leads to Raised Full-Year Comps Guidance

Cyclospora outbreak hits salad sales, Chipotle traffic falls

Salmonella Outbreak Escalates: Chipotle Pulls Jalapeños, Switches Suppliers

Chipotle pulls jalapeños after 110 Minnesota salmonella cases; stock drops over 7%

Chipotle shares rise on broker commentary and regulatory disclosure

Earnings report

8-K: Item 2.02, Item 8.01, Item 9.01

Chipotle to Report Q2 Earnings July 29, Costs in Focus

Chipotle opens first restaurant in Mexico

Chipotle says unaffected by cyclosporiasis outbreak

Chipotle launches World Cup hydration break promo

8-K: Item 8.01