Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) stock has been an incredible investment for shareholders who have taken the long view. It's a perpetual market-beating stock, backed up by reliably phenomenal performance.

But its stock tanked last week after it let investors know that CEO Brian Niccol, who has effectively made it into what it is today, is leaving. Does this mean that its run is over? Let's see where it might be in five years from now, and whether or not it makes sense to buy it today.

Chipotle is in a great position today. Without the news of Niccol's departure, there hasn't been much to be worried about. It's performed flawlessly over the past few years despite major pressure from a global pandemic and inflation. It's practically floated through these challenges with sales increases, expanding margins, and high profitabiliity.

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