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Charter Communications Inc (CHTR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: CHTR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
21 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $373.6
1 Year Target Price $373.6
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 6 | Hold |
| 3 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -29.08% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 34.88B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 6.99 | 1Y Target Price 373.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 6.99 | 1Y Target Price 373.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 21 | Beta 1.05 | 52 Weeks Range 251.23 - 437.06 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 251.23 - 437.06 | Updated Date 10/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 36.54 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.53% | Operating Margin (TTM) 24.41% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.62% | Return on Equity (TTM) 32.65% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 6.99 | Forward PE 6.13 | Enterprise Value 132503295465 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.63 |
Enterprise Value 132503295465 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.63 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.4 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.18 | Shares Outstanding 136590984 | Shares Floating 89906918 |
Shares Outstanding 136590984 | Shares Floating 89906918 | ||
Percent Insiders 35.68 | Percent Institutions 77.72 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Charter Communications Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Charter Communications was founded in 1993. It grew through acquisitions and mergers, notably with Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks in 2016, creating a leading broadband and cable provider.
Core Business Areas
- Residential Broadband: Provides high-speed internet access to residential customers through cable modem technology.
- Residential Video: Offers a range of cable television services, including digital cable, on-demand content, and DVR capabilities.
- Residential Voice: Provides phone services to residential customers.
- Business Services: Delivers broadband, video, and voice services to small and medium-sized businesses.
- Mobile: Offers mobile services under the Spectrum Mobile brand, leveraging its MVNO agreement with Verizon.
- Advertising Sales: Sells local advertising slots.
Leadership and Structure
Thomas Rutledge is Executive Chairman. Christopher Winfrey is the President and CEO. The organizational structure consists of various departments responsible for different business units and functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Spectrum Internet: High-speed internet service. Market share is significant (approximately 31% of US broadband market). Competitors include Comcast, Verizon, and AT&T.
- Spectrum Market Share: 31%
- Spectrum TV: Cable television service. Market share is declining due to cord-cutting. Competitors include cable, satellite and streaming providers like Comcast, DirecTV, and YouTube TV.
- Spectrum Mobile: Mobile phone service, resold Verizon's service as an MVNO. Gaining market share. Competitors include Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications industry is highly competitive and undergoing rapid change due to technological advancements and shifting consumer preferences. The industry is moving towards a mix of fiber and wireless, focusing on bandwidth and customer service.
Positioning
Charter is a major player in the US broadband and cable market, focusing on expanding its fiber network and mobile services. It competes by offering bundled services and competitive pricing.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for broadband and related services is estimated to be over $300 billion annually. Charter is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its network investments and service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive broadband infrastructure
- Strong brand recognition
- Bundled service offerings
- Growing mobile subscriber base
- Large customer base
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Declining video subscribers
- Customer service issues
- Geographic concentration
- Limited fiber footprint compared to some competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion of fiber network
- Growth in mobile market
- Increasing demand for high-speed internet
- Strategic partnerships
- Expansion into new markets
Threats
- Intense competition
- Cord-cutting trend
- Technological disruption
- Regulatory changes
- Economic downturn
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Comcast (CMCSA)
- Verizon (VZ)
- AT&T (T)
Competitive Landscape
Charter competes primarily on broadband speed and price. It faces challenges from telcos investing in fiber and the rise of streaming video services. Its competitive advantages include its large customer base and extensive network infrastructure.
Major Acquisitions
Time Warner Cable
- Year: 2016
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 78700
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Charter's footprint and customer base, making it a major player in the cable and broadband industry.
Bright House Networks
- Year: 2016
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 10400
- Strategic Rationale: Consolidated Charter's position in key markets and strengthened its competitive advantage.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Charter's growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic growth in broadband subscribers. Video subscribers have been declining.
Future Projections: Analysts expect continued growth in broadband and mobile, offset by declines in video. Revenue growth is projected to be in the low single digits.
Recent Initiatives: Focusing on network upgrades, expanding fiber footprint, and growing its mobile business.
Summary
Charter Communications is a major broadband and cable provider with a strong market position, but faces challenges from cord-cutting and competition. The company is investing in network upgrades and mobile to drive future growth. High debt and customer service are points of concern, but overall the company is solid due to its large market share, although must stay current in the marketplace to not fall behind, and this will include aggressive expansion plans. Charter is also in a market where new technologies, fiber and/or wireless, are pushing for more market share
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Charter Communications Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Stamford, CT, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-11-09 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Christopher L. Winfrey | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 94500 | Website https://corporate.charter.com |
Full time employees 94500 | Website https://corporate.charter.com | ||
Charter Communications, Inc. operates as a broadband connectivity and cable operator company serving residential and commercial customers in the United States. The company offers subscription-based internet, video, and mobile and voice services; a suite of broadband connectivity services, including fixed internet, WiFi, and mobile; advanced WiFi services; Spectrum internet products; in-home WiFi, which provides customers with high performance wireless routers and managed WiFi services to enhance their wireless internet experience; and out-of-home WiFi and Spectrum WiFi services. It also offers wireline voice communications services using voice over internet protocol technology; and broadband communications solutions, such as internet access, data networking, fiber connectivity, video entertainment, and business telephone services to cellular towers and office buildings for business and carrier organizations. In addition, the company provides mobile services; Audience App to create data-driven linear TV campaigns for local advertisers; and video programming, static IP and business WiFi, voice, and e-mail and security services, as well as sells local advertising across various platforms for networks, such as TBS, CNN, and ESPN; and advertising inventory to local sports and news channels. Further, it offers communications products and managed service solutions; data connectivity services to mobile and wireline carriers on a wholesale basis; and Spectrum community solutions that delivers broadband connectivity solutions to apartments, single-family gated communities, off-campus student housing, senior residences, and RV parks and marinas, as well as owns and operates regional sports networks and news channels. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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