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Charter Communications Inc(CHTR)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CHTR
09/23/2026: CHTR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Charter Communications is a prominent US broadband and connectivity provider that has evolved into a major player in the cable industry through large-scale acquisitions. The company's strengths lie in its vast network infrastructure and a successful mobile cross-selling strategy that helps retain customers. Its primary growth opportunity centers on expanding fiber footprints and increasing mobile penetration among existing users. However, significant challenges exist, including high debt levels, stiff competition from fiber and fixed wireless rivals, and the secular decline of its traditional video business. The company may suit value-oriented investors who prioritize infrastructure and long-term consolidation, provided they monitor the pace of broadband subscriber trends and network upgrade execution.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Charter represents a mature company focusing on incremental growth via mobile and fiber expansion rather than rapid expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Momentum is often constrained by intense competitive headwinds and structural industry declines. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company may appear attractive on valuation metrics, though this is heavily influenced by high debt and capital intensity. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Charter does not pay a dividend and focuses capital on buybacks and debt reduction. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Significant debt load and intense industry competition create a risk profile that may not suit conservative investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock is sensitive to broadband subscriber trends and competitive news cycles. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation is sensitive to how the market prices the company's long-term growth versus its debt burden. |
| Competition risk (fiber and fixed wireless) | High | New entrants and aggressive pricing by fiber/wireless providers threaten broadband margins. |
| Business quality | Medium / high | While the core utility-like infrastructure is valuable, the business faces secular decline in legacy segments. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | The absence of a dividend removes this as a source of return for income investors. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Successful network upgrades and rural expansion are critical to long-term performance. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -65.59% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/23/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 15.24B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 3.21 | 1Y Target Price 179.11 |
Price to earnings Ratio 3.21 | 1Y Target Price 179.11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3.0M shares | Beta 0.69 | 52 Weeks Range 111.55 - 285.82 | Updated Date 09/23/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 111.55 - 285.82 | Updated Date 09/23/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 36.54 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Broadband | Subscription fees from Spectrum Internet customers. | This is the primary revenue engine for the company. |
| Residential Video | Fees from cable TV packages. | A declining revenue source that remains a significant part of the total mix. |
| Mobile Services | Monthly service fees from Spectrum Mobile users. | A critical growth area for keeping customers on the network. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 3.21 | Forward PE 2.65 | Enterprise Value 110.32B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28 |
Enterprise Value 110.32B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.03 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.17 | Shares Outstanding 114.46M | Shares Floating 115.23M |
Shares Outstanding 114.46M | Shares Floating 115.23M | ||
Percent Insiders 3.1 | Percent Institutions 88.79 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Charter Communications Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters 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 91900 | Website https://corporate.charter.com |
Full time employees 91900 | Website https://corporate.charter.com | ||
Charter Communications, Inc. operates as a broadband connectivity company in the United States. The company offers subscription-based internet, mobile, video, and voice services; broadband connectivity services, including fixed internet, WiFi, and mobile; Spectrum internet products; advanced WiFi services; and in-home WiFi, which provides customers with high performance wireless routers and managed WiFi services to enhance their wireless internet experience. It also offers wireline voice communications services using voice over internet protocol technology; Call Guard, an advanced caller ID and robocall blocking solution; video programming and video services, including access to an interactive programming guide with parental controls, video on demand and pay-per-view services; and broadband communications solutions, such as internet access, data networking, fiber connectivity, video entertainment, and business telephone services. In addition, the company provides advertising services on cable television networks, various streaming services, and advertising platforms for local, regional and national businesses. Further, it offers production and technical services for regional sports networks; owns and manages local news channels, including Spectrum News NY1® and Spectrum News SoCal; and delivers broadband connectivity solutions to apartments, single-family gated communities, off-campus student housing, senior residences, and RV parks. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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