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Chipotle Mexican Grill

Financing

Chipotle's expectations for the year turn negative after a disappointing third quarter

 By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 29, 2025

Consumers are worried about the economy and dining out less often. Chipotle CEO Scott Boatwright fears the brand's value perception is tainted by being lumped with more-expensive fast-casual peers.

Operations

Chipotle's 3Q visits expected to stay negative, despite efforts to drive traffic

 By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 28, 2025

Fast-casual chains are facing a difficult macroeconomic environment and tough comparisons, including Chipotle, which is scheduled to report earnings on Wednesday. A Placer.ai report offers a preview of foot traffic trends.

Operations

Chipotle is moving into Asia, fueled by K-pop fandom

By Lisa Jennings on Sep. 10, 2025

The fast-casual chain is partnering in a joint venture with South Korea-based food company SPC Group, which is also the parent of Paris Baguette. Chipotle is already known in Asia, thanks in part to K-pop royalty and their devoted stans.

Emerging Brands

Less than a year from an investment from Chipotle, Brassica prepares to double its unit count

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 29, 2025

The Columbus, Ohio-based fast casual won a minority investment last year from Chipotle's Cultivate Next fund. Now Brassica is readying a jump to three new markets.

Operations

Chipotle is going family style with 'Groupotle' ordering

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 25, 2025

Smaller than catering but easier than ordering multiple meals, this "Build-Your-Own-Chipotle" digital offer at the fast-casual chain launches Tuesday. It is designed to convey value.

Technology

'Zipotle:' Chipotle is working with the autonomous delivery company Zipline

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 21, 2025

The fast-casual burrito chain said that it will launch delivery in Dallas with the company, which lowers orders to the ground from autonomous aircraft.

Food

You can call it a 'slop bowl,' but it's not going away

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 21, 2025

After a rough first half for fast-casual brands, some are questioning whether consumers have had enough of bowls. The answer is no.

Marketing

Chipotle wants to join Gen Z on their higher education journey

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 19, 2025

The fast-casual chain is launching its first loyalty program specifically for college students. With about 250 restaurants near a campus, it's a way to target marketing around the rhythms of the academic year.

Financing

Why Chipotle needs to push more value

By Joe Guszkowski and Lisa Jennings on Jul. 25, 2025

The Week in Restaurants: This week's episode of the restaurant news discussion podcast looks at Chipotle's tough quarter, right-wing pressure on Cracker Barrel and McDonald's new drink lineup.

Financing

The difficult operating environment hits once-untouchable Chipotle

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 24, 2025

The Bottom Line: The fast-casual burrito chain, which thrived during the Great Recession and shrugged off the pandemic, is suddenly on the defensive.

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