Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)vsProgressive Corp (PGR)
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$32.49
-2.34%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $42.68B
PGR
Progressive Corp
$194.00
-0.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $113.36B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Progressive Corp generates 637% more annual revenue ($89.42B vs $12.14B). PGR leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 12.0%. CMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. PGR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
CMG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
PGR
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 38 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 4.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.4x book value
Earnings declined 17.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : PGR
The strongest argument for PGR centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : CMG
The primary concerns for CMG are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 3.48 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : PGR
The primary concerns for PGR are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
PGR is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
PGR generates stronger free cash flow (4.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
PGR scores higher overall (61/100 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.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Progressive Corporation is an American insurance company, one of the largest providers of car insurance in the United States. The company insures motorcycles, boats, RVs, and commercial vehicles and provides home insurance through select companies.
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