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Chipotle outlines plan to accelerate international expansion with 350–370 new restaurants in 2026 amid ongoing consumer headwinds Oct. 29, 2025 8:07 PM ETChipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Stock, CMGS:CA StockAI-Generated Earnings Calls Insights Comment (1) Earnings Call Insights: Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) Q3 2025 Management View CEO Scott Boatwright stated that "our third quarter performance fell short of our expectations due to persistent macroeconomic pressures. However, we are moving quickly with a clear actionable plan to accelerate transaction Seeking Alpha's Disclaimer: The earnings call insights are compilations of earnings call transcripts and other content available on the Seeking Alpha website. The insights are generated by an AI tool and have not been curated or reviewed by editors. Due to inherent limitations in using AI-based tools, the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the earnings call insights cannot be guaranteed. Please see full earnings call transcripts here. The earnings call insights are intended for informational purposes only. Seeking Alpha does not take account of your objectives or your financial situation and does not offer any personalized investment advice. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Quick Insights Persistent macroeconomic pressures are driving down comp sales and restaurant-level margins, especially among lower-income and younger consumers, with management not fully offsetting inflation near term. Chipotle is focusing on operational excellence, menu and digital innovation, technology upgrades like HEAP, targeted marketing, renewed value communication, loyalty engagement, and international expansion to accelerate transaction growth. Accelerating inflation, mainly from beef costs and tariffs, will pressure margins as the company does not intend to offset costs immediately; rapid unit growth may further challenge same-store sales and comp recovery. Recommended For You
