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Chipotle Mexican Grill is the largest fast-casual chain restaurant in the United States, with systemwide sales of $9.9 billion in 2023. The Mexican concept is almost exclusively company-owned, with just two license stores opearted through a master franchise relationship with Alshaya Group in the Middle East. It had a footprint of nearly 3,440 stores at the end of 2023, heavily indexed to the United States, although it maintains a small presence in Canada, the UK, France, and Germany. Chipotle sells burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and beverages, with a selling proposition built around competitive prices, high-quality food sourcing, speed of service, and convenience. The company generates its revenue entirely from restaurant sales and delivery fees.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 14.86% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 26.48%. Currently, Chipotle Mexican Grill has a market capitalization of $84.14 billion. 
Buying $1000 In CMG: If an investor had bought $1000 of CMG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $34,170.91 today based on a price of $61.75 for CMG at the time of writing.
<h3>Chipotle Mexican Grill's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Shares of several companies in the hotels, restaurants & leisure space are trading lower amid overall market weakness following the Fed's rate decision to cut rates by 25 basis points.

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Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$54.6K</td>
<td>41.3K</td>
<td>79.9K</td>
</tr>
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<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$170.0K</td>
<td>28.7K</td>
<td>7.1K</td>
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<td>CVNA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$40.3K</td>
<td>10.7K</td>
<td>4.8K</td>
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<td>NKE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$61.0K</td>
<td>13.5K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
</tr>
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<td>DASH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/10/25</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$245.2K</td>
<td>15.3K</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
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<td>LEN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/10/25</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$26.1K</td>
<td>13</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
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<td>F</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$9.82</td>
<td>$52.0K</td>
<td>54.7K</td>
<td>610</td>
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<td>GM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/24/25</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$57.6K</td>
<td>46</td>
<td>601</td>
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<td>LOW</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$257.50</td>
<td>$25.0K</td>
<td>149</td>
<td>334</td>
</tr>
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<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$74.4K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>266</td>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 2 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 91 contract(s) at a $500.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $54.6K, with a price of $600.0 per contract. There were 41326 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 79959 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 30 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $240.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $170.0K, with a price of $340.0 per contract. There were 28750 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 7183 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 475 contract(s) at a $260.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $40.3K, with a price of $85.0 per contract. There were 10739 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4820 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For NKE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 496 contract(s) at a $85.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 58 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.0K, with a price of $124.0 per contract. There were 13537 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2449 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding DASH (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DASH#NASDAQ">DASH</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 23 day(s) on January 10, 2025. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $170.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 9 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $245.2K, with a price of $494.0 per contract. There were 15340 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1917 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding LEN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEN#NYSE">LEN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 23 day(s) on January 10, 2025. Parties traded 77 contract(s) at a $145.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.1K, with a price of $340.0 per contract. There were 13 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1011 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding F (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/F#NYSE">F</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 184 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 605 contract(s) at a $9.82 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.0K, with a price of $86.0 per contract. There were 54738 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 610 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For GM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 37 day(s) on January 24, 2025. This event was a transfer of 600 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.6K, with a price of $96.0 per contract. There were 46 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 601 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LOW (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOW#NYSE">LOW</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 2 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $257.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.0K, with a price of $250.0 per contract. There were 149 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 334 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CMG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 394 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 266 contract(s) at a $86.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $74.4K, with a price of $280.0 per contract. There were 1155 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 266 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
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RBC Capital analyst Logan Reich maintains Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $70 to $75.

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RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Chipotle Mexican Grill, Raises Price Target to $75

Raymond James analyst Brian Vaccaro maintains Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $66 to $72.

Raymond James Maintains Outperform on Chipotle Mexican Grill, Raises Price Target to $72

Making a noteworthy insider sell on December 12, Laurie Schalow, Chief Corp Affairs at Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), is reported in the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: Schalow's recent Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001058090/000112760224029287//Archives/edgar/data/1058090/000112760224029287/0001127602-24-029287-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Thursday unveiled the sale of 21,250 shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill. The total transaction value is $1,383,995.
As of Friday morning, Chipotle Mexican Grill shares are down by 0.53%, currently priced at $65.81.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
Chipotle Mexican Grill is the largest fast-casual chain restaurant in the United States, with systemwide sales of $9.9 billion in 2023. The Mexican concept is almost exclusively company-owned, with just two license stores opearted through a master franchise relationship with Alshaya Group in the Middle East. It had a footprint of nearly 3,440 stores at the end of 2023, heavily indexed to the United States, although it maintains a small presence in Canada, the UK, France, and Germany. Chipotle sells burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and beverages, with a selling proposition built around competitive prices, high-quality food sourcing, speed of service, and convenience. The company generates its revenue entirely from restaurant sales and delivery fees.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Chipotle Mexican Grill's Finances</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Chipotle Mexican Grill showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 13.01% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Profitability Metrics:
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Gross Margin: The company issues a cost efficiency warning with a low gross margin of 25.49%, indicating potential difficulties in maintaining profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Chipotle Mexican Grill's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 0.28. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
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Debt Management: Chipotle Mexican Grill's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.24, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
Valuation Metrics: A Closer Look
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 61.44, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a higher-than-average P/S ratio of 8.31, Chipotle Mexican Grill's stock is perceived as being overvalued in the market, particularly in relation to sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): A high EV/EBITDA ratio of 40.97 positions the company as being more valued compared to industry benchmarks.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach, considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
In the context of legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as outlined by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are obligated to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Despite insider sells not always signaling a bearish sentiment, they can be driven by various factors.
<h3>Important Transaction Codes</h3>
When dissecting transactions, the focal point for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> is often those occurring in the open market, meticulously detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C indicates the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Trades

Massive Insider Trade At Chipotle Mexican Grill

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders often look for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges away from its normal worth. Abnormal amounts of trading activity could push option prices to hyperbolic or underperforming levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Consumer Discretionary sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>TSLA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$46.1K</td>
<td>14.9K</td>
<td>83.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMZN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/13/24</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$46.3K</td>
<td>17.7K</td>
<td>26.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BABA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$38.7K</td>
<td>15.8K</td>
<td>5.5K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PVH</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$306.0K</td>
<td>557</td>
<td>600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RIVN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$32.6K</td>
<td>8.6K</td>
<td>522</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SFIX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$5.50</td>
<td>$25.7K</td>
<td>270</td>
<td>401</td>
</tr>
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<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$31.8K</td>
<td>7.3K</td>
<td>142</td>
</tr>
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<td>JD</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$47.6K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td>105</td>
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<td>CVNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/27/24</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$52.7K</td>
<td>18</td>
<td>44</td>
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding TSLA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on December 13, 2024. Parties traded 156 contract(s) at a $430.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.1K, with a price of $295.0 per contract. There were 14908 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 83941 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMZN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on December 13, 2024. Parties traded 286 contract(s) at a $230.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.3K, with a price of $162.0 per contract. There were 17780 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 26357 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For BABA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 8 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 244 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $38.7K, with a price of $159.0 per contract. There were 15825 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5590 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding PVH (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PVH#NYSE">PVH</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 99 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 600 contract(s) at a $105.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $306.0K, with a price of $510.0 per contract. There were 557 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 600 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding RIVN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIVN#NASDAQ">RIVN</a>), we observe a call option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 372 day(s) on December 19, 2025. Parties traded 125 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.6K, with a price of $261.0 per contract. There were 8659 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 522 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SFIX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFIX#NASDAQ">SFIX</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 400 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 191 contract(s) at a $5.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.7K, with a price of $135.0 per contract. There were 270 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 401 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CMG (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 190 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 60 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.8K, with a price of $530.0 per contract. There were 7356 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 142 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For JD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JD#NASDAQ">JD</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 71 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $47.6K, with a price of $476.0 per contract. There were 2934 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 105 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CVNA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVNA#NYSE">CVNA</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 15 day(s) on December 27, 2024. This event was a transfer of 10 contract(s) at a $300.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $52.7K, with a price of $5276.0 per contract. There were 18 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 44 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
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Wells Fargo analyst Zachary Fadem maintains Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $67 to $75.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Chipotle Mexican Grill, Raises Price Target to $75

Editor&#8217;s Note: This story has been updated with additional information.
Cava Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAVA#NYSE">CAVA</a>) has quickly emerged as a formidable player in the restaurant industry, with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/42012024/can-cava-stock-be-the-next-chipotle-earnings-can-help">some speculating</a> it could rival the success of Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>).
But what's behind this surge, and does Kevin Miles&#8217; legacy at Zoës Kitchen hold the key to its future success?
The Cava Explosion: The Mediterranean fast-casual brand has been making headlines with its explosive stock performance and investor interest.
Since its public debut in June 2023, Cava's market capitalization has skyrocketed to over $17 billion, more than five times its initial valuation.
Its stock has surged by 268.24% year-to-date, significantly outperforming the Nasdaq 100 index's 29.5% gain during the same period.
Last month, in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/restaurants/24/11/41921564/cava-group-stock-rallies-on-better-than-expected-q3-results-details">third-quarter results</a>, Cava posted earnings of 15 cents per share, surpassing analyst estimates of 11 cents. It also reported sales of $243.82 million, exceeding expectations of $233.59 million.
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These strong results align with Cava's expansion plans, as the company continues to open new locations, expanding its footprint across the U.S.
As it grows, the question on investors' minds is whether Cava can sustain this momentum and eventually challenge the dominance of Chipotle Mexican Grill.
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The fast-casual dining sector has demonstrated significant profitability, as seen in Chipotle&#8217;s impressive 700% stock growth over the last decade.
Chipotle shares have risen by 45.26% year-to-date, <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">according to Benzinga Pro</a>. It currently has a market cap of $88.86 billion.
Like Chipotle, Cava uses an efficient operational model, focusing on customizable, fresh meals in an assembly-line format.
Additionally, while competitors like McDonald&#8217;s Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>) have raised <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/05/29/mcdonalds-cost-increases.html">prices</a> significantly, Cava has kept its price hikes minimal, planning only a 3% increase for 2024.
The Kevin Miles Legacy: Miles spearheaded Zoës Kitchen from 2012 through 2018, until it was acquired by Cava.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/0001602831/kevin-miles">Miles rose through the ranks</a> at Zoës Kitchen &#8211; he was with the company for nearly a decade. While he joined it as executive vice president of operations in 2009, Miles&#8217; went on to head the company within three years.
As its CEO from 2012 to 2018, Miles expanded Zoës Kitchen&#8217;s footprint from 21 locations across seven states with $24 million in revenue to 268 locations generating $340 million a year.
However, in 2018, Zoës Kitchen was acquired by Cava, and Miles left the company.
The acquisition added over 250 locations to Cava's portfolio, expanding its footprint across the U.S., particularly in suburban markets where Zoës had established a presence.
The integration, however, was not without challenges. Cava's startup mentality clashed with Zoës' struggling financial state and low employee morale. Despite these cultural hurdles, Cava's CEO Brett Schulman previously <a href="https://fortune.com/2024/09/30/cava-food-ceo-merger-culture-acquisition/">described</a> the process as "painful" but transformative.
By converting many Zoës locations into Cava-branded restaurants, the company streamlined operations and capitalized on existing customer bases, while phasing out underperforming locations.
Over time, this strategy contributed to revenue improvements and bolstered investor confidence, particularly following Cava's IPO in 2023.
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Evercore ISI Group analyst David Palmer maintains Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $70 to $72.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains Outperform on Chipotle Mexican Grill, Raises Price Target to $72

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) shares are moving higher on Wednesday after Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintained a Buy rating on Chipotle and raised the price target from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/analyst-ratings/24/12/42317311/in-depth-examination-of-20-analyst-recommendations-for-chipotle-mexican-grill">$72 to $74</a>. 
What To Know: In his note, the analyst pointed out that Chipotle has begun raising prices at certain locations, a move he believes is being made from a position of strength.
Tthe Mexican restaurant chain has increased prices by about 2% on proteins at approximately 20% of United States locations. The analyst noted that Chipotle typically implements price increases over several weeks and therefore expects additional price hikes at other locations.
The analyst highlighted that a 50bps increase in traffic in November suggests the price hike was initiated from a strong position. Chipotle previously reported a 4% growth in traffic for September, up from 2.5% in July, a trend that continued into October.
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CMG Price Action: At the time of writing, Chipotle stock is trading 4.61% higher at $63.75, per data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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What's Going On With Chipotle Mexican Grill Stock Wednesday?

Reported Earlier, Chipotle Confirms Approximate 2% Price Boost Nationwide

In the preceding three months, 20 analysts have released ratings for Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Chipotle Mexican Grill and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $66.25, accompanied by a high estimate of $74.00 and a low estimate of $56.00. Marking an increase of 3.35%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $64.10. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733324444_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Chipotle Mexican Grill by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Logan Reich</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Charles</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Tower</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alton Stump</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Mullan</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Zachary Fadem</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$67.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Bernstein</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Strelzik</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Tarantino</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Palmer</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Mullan</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Tower</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$69.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Bittner</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Charles</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Chipotle Mexican Grill. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Chipotle Mexican Grill compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Chipotle Mexican Grill's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Chipotle Mexican Grill's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CMG/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Chipotle Mexican Grill analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Chipotle Mexican Grill Better</h2>
Chipotle Mexican Grill is the largest fast-casual chain restaurant in the United States, with systemwide sales of $9.9 billion in 2023. The Mexican concept is almost exclusively company-owned, with just two license stores opearted through a master franchise relationship with Alshaya Group in the Middle East. It had a footprint of nearly 3,440 stores at the end of 2023, heavily indexed to the United States, although it maintains a small presence in Canada, the UK, France, and Germany. Chipotle sells burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and beverages, with a selling proposition built around competitive prices, high-quality food sourcing, speed of service, and convenience. The company generates its revenue entirely from restaurant sales and delivery fees.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Chipotle Mexican Grill's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Chipotle Mexican Grill's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 13.01%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Chipotle Mexican Grill's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 13.87%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Chipotle Mexican Grill's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 10.58%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Chipotle Mexican Grill's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 4.32%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Chipotle Mexican Grill's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.24, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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In-Depth Examination Of 20 Analyst Recommendations For Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill shares are trading higher after Truist Securities maintained a Buy rating on the stock and raised its price target from $72 to $74.

Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintains Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $72 to $74.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Chipotle Mexican Grill, Raises Price Target to $74

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Chipotle Mexican Grill. Our analysis of options history for Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) revealed 8 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 75% of traders were bullish, while 12% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 2 were puts, with a value of $73,306, and 6 were calls, valued at $549,253.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $52.0 to $65.0 for Chipotle Mexican Grill over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Chipotle Mexican Grill's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Chipotle Mexican Grill's whale trades within a strike price range from $52.0 to $65.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Chipotle Mexican Grill Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732912264_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$10.3</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>$10.3</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$288.4K</td>
<td>11.5K</td>
<td align="right">280</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$5.6</td>
<td>$5.4</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$110.0K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td align="right">200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$53.7K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">169</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$8.2</td>
<td>$7.7</td>
<td>$7.85</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$39.2K</td>
<td>429</td>
<td align="right">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$11.0</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$38.0K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">74</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
Chipotle Mexican Grill is the largest fast-casual chain restaurant in the United States, with systemwide sales of $9.9 billion in 2023. The Mexican concept is almost exclusively company-owned, with just two license stores opearted through a master franchise relationship with Alshaya Group in the Middle East. It had a footprint of nearly 3,440 stores at the end of 2023, heavily indexed to the United States, although it maintains a small presence in Canada, the UK, France, and Germany. Chipotle sells burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and beverages, with a selling proposition built around competitive prices, high-quality food sourcing, speed of service, and convenience. The company generates its revenue entirely from restaurant sales and delivery fees.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Chipotle Mexican Grill, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 3,818,457, with CMG's price down by -0.84%, positioned at $61.53.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 67 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
2 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $67.5.
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Smart Money Is Betting Big In CMG Options

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 15.31% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 27.16%. Currently, Chipotle Mexican Grill has a market capitalization of $84.76 billion. 
Buying $100 In CMG: If an investor had bought $100 of CMG stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $3,727.08 today based on a price of $62.20 for CMG at the time of writing.
<h3>Chipotle Mexican Grill's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732566654_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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If You Invested $100 In This Stock 15 Years Ago, You Would Have $3,700 Today

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bearish approach towards Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in CMG usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 9 extraordinary options activities for Chipotle Mexican Grill. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 22% leaning bullish and 55% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $111,505, and 7 are calls, amounting to $530,228.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $35.2 to $63.0 for Chipotle Mexican Grill over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Chipotle Mexican Grill's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Chipotle Mexican Grill's significant trades, within a strike price range of $35.2 to $63.0, over the past month.
<h3>Chipotle Mexican Grill 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732562131_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$7.2</td>
<td>$7.1</td>
<td>$7.17</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$182.1K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
<td align="right">263</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$81.9K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td align="right">151</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$73.9K</td>
<td>4.9K</td>
<td align="right">510</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$18.6</td>
<td>$17.6</td>
<td>$18.1</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$72.4K</td>
<td>171</td>
<td align="right">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$32.4</td>
<td>$30.1</td>
<td>$30.4</td>
<td>$35.20</td>
<td>$63.8K</td>
<td>37</td>
<td align="right">27</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
Chipotle Mexican Grill is the largest fast-casual chain restaurant in the United States, with systemwide sales of $9.9 billion in 2023. The Mexican concept is almost exclusively company-owned, with just two license stores opearted through a master franchise relationship with Alshaya Group in the Middle East. It had a footprint of nearly 3,440 stores at the end of 2023, heavily indexed to the United States, although it maintains a small presence in Canada, the UK, France, and Germany. Chipotle sells burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and beverages, with a selling proposition built around competitive prices, high-quality food sourcing, speed of service, and convenience. The company generates its revenue entirely from restaurant sales and delivery fees.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Chipotle Mexican Grill, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Chipotle Mexican Grill's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 6,882,849, the price of CMG is up 0.39% at $62.25. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 71 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $65.2.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Loop Capital keeps a Hold rating on Chipotle Mexican Grill with a target price of $58. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital downgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $70. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Citigroup has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Chipotle Mexican Grill, which currently sits at a price target of $70. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Chipotle Mexican Grill, which currently sits at a price target of $68. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Piper Sandler continues to hold a Neutral rating for Chipotle Mexican Grill, targeting a price of $60. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Chipotle Mexican Grill options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

Check Out What Whales Are Doing With CMG

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in CMG usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 13 extraordinary options activities for Chipotle Mexican Grill. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 76% leaning bullish and 15% bearish. Among these notable options, 2 are puts, totaling $346,912, and 11 are calls, amounting to $1,090,010.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $46.0 and $72.0 for Chipotle Mexican Grill, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Chipotle Mexican Grill stands at 905.88, with a total volume reaching 9,383.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Chipotle Mexican Grill, situated within the strike price corridor from $46.0 to $72.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Chipotle Mexican Grill Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732047347_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$631.6K</td>
<td align="right">970</td>
<td align="right">706</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$14.6</td>
<td>$14.3</td>
<td>$14.3</td>
<td>$72.00</td>
<td>$318.9K</td>
<td align="right">57</td>
<td align="right">224</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$17.5</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$17.4</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$83.5K</td>
<td align="right">970</td>
<td align="right">772</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$13.3</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$12.8</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$64.0K</td>
<td align="right">500</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CMG</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/15/27</td>
<td>$15.6</td>
<td>$15.2</td>
<td>$15.42</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$61.6K</td>
<td align="right">127</td>
<td align="right">62</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
Chipotle Mexican Grill is the largest fast-casual chain restaurant in the United States, with systemwide sales of $9.9 billion in 2023. The Mexican concept is almost exclusively company-owned, with just two license stores opearted through a master franchise relationship with Alshaya Group in the Middle East. It had a footprint of nearly 3,440 stores at the end of 2023, heavily indexed to the United States, although it maintains a small presence in Canada, the UK, France, and Germany. Chipotle sells burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and beverages, with a selling proposition built around competitive prices, high-quality food sourcing, speed of service, and convenience. The company generates its revenue entirely from restaurant sales and delivery fees.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Chipotle Mexican Grill, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Where Is Chipotle Mexican Grill Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 6,291,565, the price of CMG is down by -0.07%, reaching $58.77.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 77 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Chipotle Mexican Grill</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $63.6.
Turn $1000 into $1270 in just 20 days?
20-year pro options trader reveals his one-line chart technique that shows when to buy and sell. Copy his trades, which have had averaged a 27% profit every 20 days. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/options-moneyline-2/?t=Moop1arja3be22op14&amp;utm_source=benzinga-insights">Click here for access</a>. 
&#x2A; An analyst from BMO Capital persists with their Market Perform rating on Chipotle Mexican Grill, maintaining a target price of $56. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Stephens &amp; Co. persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Chipotle Mexican Grill, maintaining a target price of $65. 
&#x2A; An analyst from RBC Capital has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $70. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Wells Fargo keeps a Overweight rating on Chipotle Mexican Grill with a target price of $67. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Chipotle Mexican Grill, targeting a price of $60. 
Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Chipotle Mexican Grill options trades with real-time alerts from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.

Chipotle Mexican Grill's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Amazon.com Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and&nbsp;Elon Musk&#8217;s SpaceX&nbsp;may encounter obstacles in their attempts&nbsp;to block the National Labor Relations&nbsp;Board or NLRB cases.
What Happened: On Monday, a panel of U.S. judges suggested that both companies might have prematurely brought their challenges to the NLRB&#8217;s structure to&nbsp;the 5th U.S. Circuit Court&nbsp;of Appeals, reported Reuters.
The panel&nbsp;questioned whether Amazon and SpaceX&nbsp;should have allowed more time for Texas judges&nbsp;to rule before filing appeals.
The legal challenges, if successful, could potentially weaken the NLRB&#8217;s powers. Even if they fail, some have already managed to indefinitely delay NLRB cases.
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Amazon and SpaceX are separately trying to block NLRB&nbsp;cases accusing them of illegal&nbsp;labor practices.
Amazon is fighting a case related to its first-ever union at a warehouse in New York City. SpaceX is facing accusations of firing engineers who criticized Musk — a claim the company denies.
Amazon and SpaceX argue that&nbsp;federal judges in Texas &#8220;effectively&nbsp;denied&#8221; their petitions to block&nbsp;NLRB cases&nbsp;by not ruling on them&nbsp;promptly. However, the judges in both cases&nbsp;ruled that the lawsuits did&nbsp;not belong in Texas.
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Why It Matters: This development follows a series of legal disputes involving the NLRB and major corporations.
Other companies, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/08/40570061/chipotle-accused-by-labor-watchdog-of-unlawfully-withholding-pay-raises-from-unionized-workers">including</a>&nbsp;Chipotle Mexican Grill&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>),&nbsp;Stellantis&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLA#NYSE">STLA</a>), and&nbsp;Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), have <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41136199/apple-accused-of-violating-federal-law-over-alleged-illegal-employee-agreements-nlrb-hearing-set">also faced NLRB</a> complaints for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40894503/uaw-files-nlrb-complaint-against-stellantis-over-alleged-contract-violations-says-it-intends-to-make">alleged labor violations</a>.
Earlier this year,&nbsp;Amazon argued that the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/02/37191759/jeff-bezos-amazon-joins-spacex-and-trader-joes-in-slamming-nlrb-amid-labor-union-dispute">NLRB was unconstitutional</a>&nbsp;in response to a case accusing the company of unlawfully retaliating against workers who voted to unionize.
In October, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/10/41171072/amazon-accused-of-union-busting-after-drivers-unionize-nlrb-files-complaint">NLRB charged Amazon</a>&nbsp;for failing to acknowledge and bargain with the Teamsters Union.
In SpaceX&#8217;s case, NLRB alleged that the company violated federal labor laws by firing employees who, in June 2022, circulated a letter criticizing Musk's controversial tweets and calling him a &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/01/36484393/spacex-wrongfully-fired-employees-who-called-elon-musk-distraction-and-embarrassment-us-labor-agency">distraction and embarrassment</a>.&#8221;
Price Action: Amazon shares closed Monday's session down 0.45% at $201.70. In after-hours trading, the stock gained slightly, reaching $201.89 at the time of writing, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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