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CHTR·Charter Communications, Inc.

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After Hours
High
$142.80
Open
$136.47
Market Cap
18.11B
52W High
$406.58
Low
$129.17
P. Close
$130.73
P/E
3.67
52W Low
$124.05
Fwd P/E
2.95
DailyIQ Est.
$198.69
Technical Score (1D)
18
SELL
News Sentiment
50
MIXED
Charter Communications has entered into talks with SpaceX to deploy Starlink satellites for mobile services, marking a significant shift toward expanding its mobile broadband portfolio. Simultaneously, the company is exploring a potential acquisition of cable operator Cox, which would broaden its cable and broadband footprint. The combination of a satellite partnership and a possible merger could reshape Charter’s competitive dynamics in the U.S. connectivity market. If the Starlink deal materializes, Charter would gain access to a low‑latency, high‑bandwidth network that could accelerate its rollout of 5G‑enabled mobile services. A Cox acquisition would increase Charter’s subscriber base and spectrum holdings, potentially boosting revenue and economies of scale. These developments could prompt a reassessment of Charter’s capital allocation and network investment strategy over the next ten trading days. Investors should watch for any formal agreement or regulatory approval that confirms the Starlink partnership. Additionally, monitoring the progress of the Cox acquisition talks will be key, as a deal could alter Charter’s valuation multiples. Finally, keep an eye on any guidance from Charter’s management regarding the timeline and financial terms of these initiatives, as that will influence short‑term market sentiment.
Earnings Summary
Charter Communications is a leading broadband connectivity and cable operator in the United States, offering subscription‑based internet, video, mobile, Wi‑Fi, and fiber services to residential and commercial customers, while also providing voice, data networking, and advertising solutions. In the telecom services industry, the company has faced mounting network‑upgrade costs and subscriber‑growth pressures amid competition from streaming and satellite broadband. Over the last two quarters, Charter reported Q1 2026 revenue of $13.597 billion and a Q2 2026 revenue estimate of $13.788 billion, a modest 1.4 % increase from the Q4 2025 figure of $13.601 billion, while EPS fell from $10.34 in Q4 2025 to $9.17 in Q1 2026, missing analyst estimates in each of the last three quarters; the company has alternated between EPS beats and misses, with Q4 2024 and Q4 2025 beats and Q2 2025, Q3 2025, and Q1 2026 misses, indicating a volatile earnings pattern. Historically, Charter’s revenue has trended downward year‑over‑year, declining from $13.926 billion in Q4 2024 to $13.597 billion in Q1 2026, while EPS has fluctuated, with the company beating estimates in two of the last six quarters and missing in the other four, reflecting mixed profitability. Recent news highlights a Wells Fargo downgrade citing slowing subscriber growth and rising network‑upgrade costs, a BofA Securities price‑target cut due to a heavier debt load and competitive pressure, and concerns over SpaceX’s Starlink satellite broadband potentially eroding Charter’s market share; these developments underscore the competitive and regulatory challenges facing the company. Going forward, investors should watch for Charter’s Q2 2026 earnings webcast for subscriber‑growth data, guidance on capital expenditures for fiber and 5G, and any updates on regulatory approvals for satellite broadband, as these factors will be key to understanding the company’s short‑term earnings trajectory and competitive positioning.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$7.97$8.77$9.58$10.38$11.19Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$10.45 - -
Q1'26$10.82$9.17-15.2%
Q4'25$10.09$10.34+2.5%
Q3'25$9.29$8.34-10.3%
Q2'25$9.66$9.18-5.0%
Q1'25$8.37$8.42+0.6%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$13.5B$13.7B$13.8B$13.9B$14.1BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$13.8B - -
Q1'26$13.6B$13.6B-0.1%
Q4'25$14.0B$13.6B-2.9%
Q3'25 - $13.7B -
Q2'25 - $13.8B -
Q1'25 - $13.7B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

CHTR Stock Snapshot

CHTR is currently trading at $130.96, giving Charter Communications, Inc. a market cap of 18.11B and a P/E ratio of 3.7. Today's range spans $129.17–$142.80, with shares opening at $136.47 and moving up $0.23 (0.2%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 18/100 (SELL) with a news sentiment reading of 50/100.

Over the past year CHTR has traded between $124.05 and $406.58 - the current price is +5.6% off the 52-week low and -67.8% from the high. 30 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $225.53 (range $124.00–$413.00), implying upside of +72.2%.

Factor models are actively underweighting CHTR: large-cap, Communication Services, 18.11B market cap, 18/100 (SELL), neutral sentiment (50/100). Price: $130.96 (near 52-week lows). (P/E: 3.7) Momentum and trend-following strategies reduce exposure when scores drop below the 18/100 threshold; quality factors recalibrate; low-vol strategies find better risk-adjusted alternatives elsewhere in the sector. Annual range: $124.05–$406.58. The systematic de-risking compounds the fundamental concern.

When a large-cap Communication Services name with 18.11B in capitalization prints a SELL signal (18/100) alongside neutral news sentiment (50/100), the risk isn't just price depreciation — it's the loss of institutional sponsorship that makes recovery harder. At $130.96 (near 52-week lows in the $124.05–$406.58 range), the structural support levels are where that sponsorship question gets answered.