Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)vsDarden Restaurants Inc (DRI)
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$29.34
+4.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $41.34B
DRI
Darden Restaurants Inc
$198.12
+2.41%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $24.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Darden Restaurants Inc generates 5% more annual revenue ($12.76B vs $12.14B). CMG leads profitability with a 12.0% profit margin vs 8.7%. CMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. DRI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
CMG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
DRI
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Every $100 of equity generates 53 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.7x book value
Earnings declined 17.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.8x book value
Earnings declined 3.3%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : DRI
The strongest argument for DRI centers on Return on Equity.
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.
Bear Case : DRI
The primary concerns for DRI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
CMG is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
DRI generates stronger free cash flow (610M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RESTAURANTS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DRI scores higher overall (55/100 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.
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.
Visit Website →Darden Restaurants Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Darden Restaurants, Inc. is an American multi-brand restaurant operator headquartered in Orlando.
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