Chipotle's Sales Tick Up, But Profits Squeeze

Chipotles Q1 sales slightly increased, beating expectations, as traffic rose with the return of Chicken al Pastor and new Cilantro-Lime Sauce. Revenue jumped 7.4% to $3.09 billion, but adjusted earnings per share dropped 17% due to labor, beef, freight, and marketing costs. The chain opened 49 new restaurants, aiming for 350-370 more in 2026, including international locations. April sales are strong, but guidance remains cautious with flat same-store sales expected for the year. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/38f73a05c246a460