Chipotle Mexican Grill will open its first location in Mexico early next year as the latest stage in its international expansion.The company announced Monday that it has signed a development agreement with Alsea,

Oversized flags from three countries dominate Oscar Del Cueto Cuevas’ office in Mexico City: one from the US, another from Mexico and the last from Canada.

Even as other fast-casual chains have struggled with rising prices and inflation-weary consumers, Chipotle is growing at a rapid clip. At a time when many fast-casual chains are struggling to get customers in the door,