Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) has satisfied investors, who have been hungry for massive portions of strong returns. Shares of the fast-casual restaurant concept are up a jaw-dropping 366% in just the past five years, easily outpacing the broader S 500. This business now carries an impressive $86 billion market cap.

The restaurant stock has soared 40% just this year as of Apr. 26, most recently boosted by better-than-expected first-quarter financials. You might be asking yourself, "Is it too late to buy Chipotle?"

The past four years have been some of the most turbulent times for corporate executives. The pandemic was followed by supply chain issues, inflationary pressures, and rapidly rising interest rates. Even today, there are still fears about an upcoming recession.

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