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CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 20, 2011)

Filed October 20, 2011For Securities:CMG

Summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) filed a Form 8-K on October 20, 2011, to report on its financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2011. The filing primarily serves to announce the release of their earnings press release and the subsequent conference call where management would discuss these results. Investors should refer to the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the detailed financial performance and operational updates for the quarter. This report indicates that Chipotle met its obligation to disclose timely financial information. The focus for investors would be on the actual earnings per share, revenue growth, same-store sales, and any forward-looking guidance provided in the accompanying press release. The company's adherence to SEC reporting requirements is also noted.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing Date: October 20, 2011
  • 2Report Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
  • 3Purpose: Announce Q3 2011 earnings and conference call details
  • 4Earliest Event Reported: October 20, 2011
  • 5Key Information Source: Press Release dated October 20, 2011 (Exhibit 99.1)
  • 6Management Conference Call: Scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET on October 20, 2011
  • 7CFO Signature: John R. Hartung

Frequently Asked Questions

This Form 8-K filing is primarily to announce Chipotle Mexican Grill's financial results for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2011, and to inform investors about the timing of their earnings conference call.

The detailed financial results are contained within the press release dated October 20, 2011, which is filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K.

Investors should look for key metrics such as earnings per share (EPS), revenue growth, comparable restaurant sales (same-store sales), net income, and any guidance provided by management for future quarters or the full fiscal year.

Management was scheduled to review these results in a conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on October 20, 2011.