The company continues to expect 130 to 140 new restaurantsopenings in 2008, said Founder, Chairman and CEO Steve Ells. Abouttwo-thirds of the openings will be in well-established markets,with the remainder in newer markets.

"International expansion is not a key driver of our growthstrategy," Ells said.

Chipotle does not expect to cut back growth in 2009, unlessspace isn't available.

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