CMG Stock Down 35% in 6 Months: Buy the Dip or Brace for More Pain?

Key Takeaways Chipotle's shares have dropped 34.6% as traffic weakens and margins face mounting pressure.Pullbacks among key consumers and repeated 2025 traffic step-downs weigh on performance.Rising costs, limited pricing power and digital issues add to near-term earnings concerns.Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) have declined 34.6% in the past six months compared with the industry’s 9.3% decrease. In the same time frame, the S&P 500 has surged 17%, highlighting just how sharply Chipotle has un ...