Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)vsRave Restaurant Group Inc (RAVE)
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$29.34
+4.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $41.34B
RAVE
Rave Restaurant Group Inc
$2.81
-4.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $45.19M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc generates 95994% more annual revenue ($12.14B vs $12.63M). RAVE leads profitability with a 23.2% profit margin vs 12.0%. CMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. RAVE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
CMG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
RAVE
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 60 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.7x book value
Earnings declined 17.9%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : RAVE
The strongest argument for RAVE centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.2% and operating margin at 29.7%.
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 : RAVE
The primary concerns for RAVE are Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMG profiles as a value stock while RAVE is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — expect wider price swings.
RAVE is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
CMG generates stronger free cash flow (471M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RAVE scores higher overall (59/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 23.2% margins. 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 →Rave Restaurant Group Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Rave Restaurant Group, Inc. operates and franchises pizza buffet, delivery / take-out (delco), and express restaurants under the Pizza Inn trademark in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in The Colony, Texas.
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