Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)vsShake Shack Inc (SHAK)
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$36.20
+0.19%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $46.77B
SHAK
Shake Shack Inc
$63.65
+3.16%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $2.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc generates 700% more annual revenue ($12.42B vs $1.55B). CMG leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 2.6%. CMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.63. CMG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CMG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SHAK
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CMG.
Margin of Safety
+30.1%
Fair Value
$138.90
Current Price
$63.65
$75.25 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
17.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.8x book value
Earnings declined 1.3%
ROE of 7.8% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : SHAK
The strongest argument for SHAK centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 17.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : SHAK
The primary concerns for SHAK are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 70.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMG profiles as a value stock while SHAK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHAK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.66 — expect wider price swings.
SHAK is growing revenue faster at 17.2% — sustainability is the question.
CMG generates stronger free cash flow (463M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMG scores higher overall (56/100 vs 42/100). SHAK offers better value entry with a 30.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 →Shake Shack Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Shake Shack Inc. owns, operates and licenses Shake Shack restaurants (Shacks) in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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