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CHTR Stock Chart & Stats
$236.62
-$3.11(-0.89%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$236.62
-$3.11(-0.89%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$126.00 - $422.29
Previous CloseN/A
Volume231.55K
Average Volume (3M)3.55M
Market Cap
$17.48B
Enterprise Value$114.94B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$517.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$96.82B
Price to Earnings (P/E)3.2
Beta0.70
Next Earnings
Jul 24, 2026EPS Estimate
10.09Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)37.65
Shares Outstanding122,984,535
10 Day Avg. Volume4,199,245
30 Day Avg. Volume3,549,108
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.47
Price to Book (P/B)1.76
Price to Sales (P/S)0.52
P/FCF Ratio6.39
Enterprise Value/Market Cap6.58
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.10
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit4.86
Enterprise Value/Ebitda5.63
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$246.80Price Target Upside4.30% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)41.11
Revenue Forecast (FY)$54.30B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Operating Cash Flow And High EBITDA MarginsCharter generates consistently strong operating cash flow and industry-leading EBITDA margins (~38%), providing durable internal funding for network investment, M&A integration and shareholder returns. This cash-flow base supports execution despite cyclical revenue pressure and reduces reliance on equity financing.
Rapid Spectrum Mobile Subscriber GrowthSustained mobile line growth (>17% YoY, >12M lines) diversifies recurring revenue and leverages Charter’s broadband/Wi‑Fi footprint. As an MVNO with strong attach features, mobile scale improves ARPU mix, distribution economics and cross‑sell longevity, supporting structural revenue expansion beyond legacy video.
Network Upgrades, Product Innovation And Rural ExpansionHeavy investments in multi‑gig upgrades, remote OLTs, Invincible WiFi and rural passings create a durable competitive moat. Improved network capacity and product differentiation lower churn, enable higher‑value services (edge/GPU, fiber‑on‑demand) and expand addressable market in underserved rural areas.
Bears Say
Very High Leverage And Sizable Interest BurdenCharter’s elevated leverage (net debt/LTM EBITDA ~4.15x and $94B principal) and ~$4.9B annual cash interest reduce financial flexibility. High fixed debt costs constrain capital allocation, increase refinancing and covenant risk in stress scenarios, and make strategic actions more sensitive to macro rate shifts.
Sharply Weakening Top-line And Subscriber TrendsA materially weakening top line (TTM revenue ≈ -25%) and ongoing internet subscriber declines signal structural competitive pressures from fixed wireless, fiber and telco subsidies. Sustained erosion of core connectivity volumes risks long‑term ARPU compression and greater pressure on margins and cash generation.
Elevated Near‑term CapEx And Falling Free Cash FlowHigh near‑term capital intensity (~$11.4B 2026) and a steep decline in free cash flow versus prior years weaken cash coverage for debt and returns. Prolonged elevated CapEx delays deleveraging, increasing reliance on operational improvement or asset sales to restore structural FCF and balance‑sheet resilience.
Charter Communications News
CHTR FAQ
What was Charter Communications’s price range in the past 12 months?
Charter Communications lowest stock price was $126.00 and its highest was $422.29 in the past 12 months.
What is Charter Communications’s market cap?
Charter Communications’s market cap is $17.48B.
When is Charter Communications’s upcoming earnings report date?
Charter Communications’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 24, 2026 which is in 19 days.
How were Charter Communications’s earnings last quarter?
Charter Communications released its earnings results on Apr 24, 2026. The company reported $9.17 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $9.956 by -$0.786.
Is Charter Communications overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Charter Communications’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Charter Communications pay dividends?
Charter Communications does not currently pay dividends.
What is Charter Communications’s EPS estimate?
Charter Communications’s EPS estimate is 10.09.
How many shares outstanding does Charter Communications have?
Charter Communications has 122,984,535 shares outstanding.
What happened to Charter Communications’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Charter Communications reported an EPS of $9.17 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $9.956. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -25.498%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Charter Communications?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CHTR
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Charter Communications Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$246.80 (4.30% Upside)
$246.80 (4.30% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CHTR Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 931.7K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $9.0M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 0.3%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.0%
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 79%
Bearish news 21%
Bearish news 21%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-66.72%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
30.84%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
2.44%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Charter Communications
Charter Communications, Inc. is a prominent U.S. broadband and cable operator, delivering services to residential and commercial customers nationwide. Its offerings encompass a wide array of subscription video services, including on-demand content, high-definition channels, digital video recording (DVR), and pay-per-view options. Internet services form a crucial part of its portfolio, featuring robust security measures against cyber threats, high-performance in-home WiFi with provided routers, and extensive out-of-home and Spectrum WiFi access. The company also provides voice communication services utilizing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology. For its business and carrier clientele, Charter offers comprehensive broadband communication solutions. These include internet access, data networking, fiber optic connectivity, video entertainment, and business telephone services, catering to a diverse range of needs from office buildings to cellular towers. Further diversifying its operations, Charter provides mobile services, alongside specialized business solutions such as static IP addresses, dedicated business WiFi, email and security services, multi-line telephone systems, and web-based service management. It also offers a suite of communication products and managed service solutions. In the media sector, the company sells local advertising across various platforms, including major networks like TBS, CNN, and ESPN, as well as local sports and news channels, and utilizes its "Audience App" for linear inventory optimization. Additionally, Charter owns and operates regional sports and news networks and supplies wholesale data connectivity services to mobile and wireline carriers. Serving approximately 32 million customers across 41 states, Charter Communications was founded in 1993 and maintains its headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut.
CHTR Company Deck
CHTR Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call outlined solid operational and strategic positives—most notably rapid mobile growth, dramatic improvement in video losses, product/network investments, rural expansion, and upgraded Cox synergy expectations—while acknowledging notable near-term headwinds: Internet customer losses, modest revenue and EBITDA declines, elevated near-term CapEx and higher device/service costs, and competitive pressure from fixed wireless and telco subsidies. Management emphasized confidence in longer-term growth driven by network advantages, product improvements, and the Cox acquisition, but financials show short-term pressure. Overall, the positives and negatives are roughly balanced, reflecting cautious optimism but near-term execution and competitive challenges.View all CHTR earnings summariesCHTR Revenue Breakdown
50.26% Connectivity
25.02% Video
2.46% Voice
7.93% Small business
5.42% Mid-market & large business
2.68% Advertising sales
6.23% Other

CHTR Stock 12 Month Forecast
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Average Price Target
$246.80
▲(4.30% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
38.56% Insiders
33.78% Mutual Funds
1.70% Other Institutional Investors
0.19% Public Companies and
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