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Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) generates a steady flow of news as a major restaurant operator focused on Mexican-inspired food, digital access and international growth. This page aggregates CMG news coverage, including company press releases and other announcements, so readers can follow developments that affect the brand, its restaurant base and its capital markets activity.
News about Chipotle often highlights restaurant expansion and development, such as the opening of its 4,000th restaurant in Manhattan, Kansas and progress toward a long-term goal of 7,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada. Updates also cover international expansion through company-owned and partner-operated restaurants in regions including Canada, Europe and the Middle East, along with agreements to enter additional markets.
Investors and followers of CMG can expect coverage of menu innovation and promotions, including the launch of the High Protein Menu, snack-oriented items like the High Protein Cup, and promotional campaigns such as free double protein offers, holiday BOGO deals, and seasonal programs like Unwrap Extra. These stories illustrate how Chipotle uses its menu and Chipotle Rewards program to engage guests and respond to consumer preferences.
Another key category of news involves leadership and governance. Recent items include executive transitions in legal, human resources, accounting and marketing roles, as well as the appointment of new board members. Capital allocation and financial communication also feature prominently, with announcements about share repurchase authorizations, quarterly earnings, and scheduled conference calls.
By reviewing the CMG news feed on this page, readers can track how Chipotle communicates its strategy, manages growth, introduces new offerings and responds to operational and market conditions over time.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) announced Team Chipotle 2026 featuring five U.S. athletes whose go-to orders are available as limited-time digital menu items starting Jan 15, 2026. Featured athletes: Matthew Tkachuk, Brady Tkachuk, Hilary Knight, Taylor Heise and Red Gerard, with protein per item listed (28–67g).
The brand released new "Unwrapped" episodes with each athlete and will resume serving gold-foil-wrapped burritos at U.S. restaurants and digital orders starting February 6, 2026, while supplies last.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) announced leadership changes effective Jan. 12, 2026: Ilene Eskenazi, previously Chief Human Resources Officer, was appointed Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer, succeeding Roger Theodoredis who transitioned out of the Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel role and will remain temporarily as an advisor. Stephanie Perdue, Vice President of Brand Marketing, was named Interim Chief Marketing Officer while the company conducts an internal and external search for a permanent CMO with an executive search firm. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2025 financial guidance and said it will discuss fourth-quarter and fiscal 2025 results on the Feb. 3, 2026 earnings call.
The announcement emphasizes continuity via internal promotions and temporary advisory roles during the transition.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) is offering a one-day free double protein promotion for Chipotle Rewards members on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Members who order bowls, burritos or salads with double protein can use code PROTEIN on the Chipotle app, Chipotle.com or Chipotle.ca to receive the extra portion (meat or Sofritas) at no charge.
The promotion applies to custom entrees and featured items on Chipotle's new High Protein Menu, which lists items from 15g up to 95g protein (Josh Hart's High Protein Burrito). The High Protein Cup national weighted average price for Adobo Chicken is $3.82. The offer is digital-only, limited to one use per transaction, and not valid in-restaurant or via third-party delivery.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) will launch its first-ever High Protein Menu in the U.S. and Canada on December 23, 2025. The curated lineup ranges from 15g to 81g protein per item and includes entrees, tacos, and a new snack: the 4-ounce High Protein Cup (Adobo Chicken, 32g protein, 180 calories). U.S. pricing starts at $3.50 for a Single Chicken Taco at select restaurants; the national weighted average price for the High Protein Cup is $3.82. Several menu items include nutrition details (protein, fiber, calories) and select creator-featured builds will appear in-app beginning January 5, 2026.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) opened its 4,000th restaurant in Manhattan, Kansas on Dec 12, 2025 and marked the milestone with an NYSE Opening Bell event.
The location features a Chipotlane drive-thru and a new High-Efficiency Equipment Package to boost throughput and streamline kitchen prep. Since 2017 the company added about 1,700 locations, a ~70% increase. Management projects 315–345 openings in 2025 (≥80% with Chipotlane) and anticipates 350–370 openings in 2026, plus expansion agreements in Mexico, South Korea and Singapore.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) and BÉIS launched "BÉIS x Chipotle: The To Go Collection," an 11‑piece travel capsule announced Dec 4, 2025 that blends insulated, fashion‑forward designs with Chipotle takeout functionality. The drop is shoppable in the U.S. and Canada starting Dec 8, 2025 (6 a.m. PT on the BÉIS app; 9 a.m. PT on beistravel.com) and at 9 a.m. CET/9 a.m. GMT in the EU/UK. The first 5,000 U.S./Canada orders receive a free entrée code; orders by Dec 16 deliver by Christmas. A two‑day pop‑up in Los Angeles (Dec 6–7) offers first access and photo activations. Prices range from $18 to $378 across items including rollers, tote, burrito sling, and charms.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) will report fourth quarter and full year 2025 results and host a conference call on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET. A press release with results will be issued at approximately 4:10 PM ET the same day.
Participants may join by phone (US: 1-888-317-6003; international: 1-412-317-6061) using code 3258333. The call will be webcast live on the investor relations site at ir.chipotle.com with online registration at the provided webinar link, and an archived webcast will be available about one hour after the call ends.
Chipotle (NYSE: CMG) announced Unwrap Extra, a December promotion offering in-restaurant BOGO entrée deals on the first three Saturdays of December from 4:00 p.m. to close and Rewards-only surprise offers. Key dates: Dec 6 (Tacos BOGO when buying a three-taco entrée), Dec 13 (Burrito BOGO when buying a burrito) and Dec 20 ("Extra Sweater Day" BOGO for guests wearing an extra sweater). Rewards members will also receive surprise drops like free chips, guac, double protein or a free drink, and guests can round up donations to No Kid Hungry Dec 3–22.
Chipotle (NYSE:CMG) named Josh Weinstein to its board of directors effective November 25, 2025.
Weinstein has served as CEO of Carnival Corporation & plc since 2022 and previously held senior roles there including Chief Operations Officer (2020–2022), President of Carnival UK (2017–2020), and Treasurer (2007–2017). He holds a JD from New York University and a degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Weinstein will join the Nominating and Corporate Governance committee. With his appointment, Chipotle's board will total 10 directors, 9 of whom are independent. Management highlighted his hospitality and service-industry experience as relevant to Chipotle's strategic priorities and international growth plans.
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