Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (CBRL)vsChipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)
CBRL
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
$49.48
+0.08%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $1.11B
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$36.20
+0.19%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $46.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc generates 272% more annual revenue ($12.42B vs $3.34B). CMG leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 0.8%. CBRL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.56. CMG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CBRL
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
CMG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+59.4%
Fair Value
$80.47
Current Price
$49.48
$30.99 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CMG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 239.3% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.8x book value
Earnings declined 1.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRL
The strongest argument for CBRL centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bear Case : CBRL
The primary concerns for CBRL are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. A P/E of 43.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CMG
The primary concerns for CMG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.46 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
CMG is growing revenue faster at 9.3% — sustainability is the question.
CMG generates stronger free cash flow (463M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RESTAURANTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CMG scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100). CBRL offers better value entry with a 59.4% margin of safety. 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.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. develops and operates the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store concept in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lebanon, Tennessee.
Visit Website →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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