Investor Faith in Chipotle (CMG) Plunges 50% Amid U.S. Consumer Weakness

Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) have tumbled more than 20% over a span of two trading days, with nearly half of its year‑high value erased as worries over affordability and a struggling U.S. consumer take center stage. In its latest earnings, the chain reported same‑store sales growth of just 0.3% and guided toward low‑single‑digit comp‑sales declines in 2025—marking a sharp reversal from its historically strong performance. The decline is being viewed as a sign that consumers may be pulling back on discretionary purchases like premium fast‑casual dining. Trading volume spiked at roughly four times its average, indicating institutional repositioning amid the shift in sentiment. #Chipotle #CMG #ConsumerSpending #FastCasualDining #SlimScan #GrowthStocks #CANSLIM