Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) made headlines a couple of months ago that investors appear to be cheering for these days. Since the announcement of a 50-for-1 stock split in March, shares have climbed about 14%.
Investors probably view this as a key catalyst that could send shares of this restaurant enterprise to new heights — and it might present a potential buying window.
Before shareholders vote in June on the approval of this stock split, is Chipotle a once-in-a-generation investment opportunity?
A historic stock split
Investors should first understand the mechanics of a stock split. When a company does