Bloomin Brands Inc (BLMN)vsChipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)
BLMN
Bloomin Brands Inc
$7.27
+1.82%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $654.95M
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$29.34
+4.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $41.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc generates 206% more annual revenue ($12.14B vs $3.97B). CMG leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 0.6%. BLMN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.07. BLMN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BLMN
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
CMG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.9% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.7x book value
Earnings declined 17.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLMN
The strongest argument for BLMN centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : BLMN
The primary concerns for BLMN are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 5.01 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : CMG
The primary concerns for CMG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.18 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLMN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.22 — expect wider price swings.
CMG is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
CMG generates stronger free cash flow (471M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BLMN scores higher overall (59/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Bloomin Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Bloomin 'Brands, Inc. owns and operates casual, upscale casual and fine dining restaurants in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Tampa, Florida.
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., often known simply as Chipotle, is an American chain of fast casual restaurants in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and France, specializing in tacos and Mission burritos that are made to order in front of the customer.
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