Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (CMG)vsYum! Brands Inc (YUM)
CMG
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
$32.30
+1.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $42.39B
YUM
Yum! Brands Inc
$153.93
-0.30%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $43.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc generates 43% more annual revenue ($12.14B vs $8.49B). YUM leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 12.0%. CMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.77. YUM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CMG
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
YUM
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CMG.
Margin of Safety
-77.2%
Fair Value
$89.76
Current Price
$153.93
$64.17 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.0%
Earnings expanding 72.2% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
15.2% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 17.3x book value
Earnings declined 17.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMG
The strongest argument for CMG centers on Return on Equity.
Bull Case : YUM
The strongest argument for YUM centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 31.0%. Revenue growth of 15.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : YUM
The primary concerns for YUM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMG profiles as a value stock while YUM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CMG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
YUM is growing revenue faster at 15.2% — sustainability is the question.
CMG generates stronger free cash flow (471M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
YUM scores higher overall (65/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 20.5% margins and 15.2% revenue growth. 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 →Yum! Brands Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESTAURANTS · USA
Yum! Brands, Inc. is an American fast food corporation listed on the Fortune 1000. Yum! operates the brands KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, The Habit Burger Grill, and WingStreet worldwide, except in China, where the brands are operated by a separate company, Yum China.
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