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CHTR·Charter Communications, Inc.

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+. (+.%)
High
$150.18
Open
$145.79
Market Cap
19.94B
52W High
$422.29
Low
$143.80
P. Close
$144.00
P/E
4.04
52W Low
$136.63
Fwd P/E
3.26
Mean Target
$243.69
Technical Score (1D)
23
SELL
News Sentiment
53
MIXED
The Paley International Council Summit is scheduled for October 19-21, 2026, in New York, with a focus on "Global Media in Focus: Power, Platforms, and Perspective." Charter Communications is a sponsor of the inaugural Dr. John C. Malone Annual Keynote Address, which honors the legacy of a prominent figure in the media and telecommunications industry. This event will bring together leaders from global companies to discuss the evolving media landscape. The summit's theme suggests a focus on the influence of media power structures, the role of digital platforms, and diverse viewpoints within the industry. Investors will want to watch for any announcements or discussions that emerge from this high-profile gathering, particularly those related to media regulation, technological advancements, and future industry trends. The sponsorship by Charter Communications indicates their engagement with these critical industry conversations.
Earnings Summary
Charter Communications is a leading broadband connectivity and cable operator in the United States, providing internet, video, and mobile services to residential and commercial customers within the Communication Services sector. The company's offerings are enhanced by advanced WiFi solutions and Spectrum internet products, alongside wireline voice communications and broadband solutions for businesses. In its most recent reported quarters, Charter Communications demonstrated a mixed performance. For Q1 2026, the company reported EPS of $9.17 against an estimate of $10.82, and revenue of $13.597 billion against an estimate of $13.605 billion. This followed Q4 2025, where EPS was $10.34, beating the estimate of $10.09, but revenue was $13.601 billion, missing the estimate of $14.010 billion. Prior to this, Q3 2025 saw EPS of $8.34 against an estimate of $9.29, and Q2 2025 reported EPS of $9.18 versus an estimate of $9.66. Historically, Charter's earnings per share have shown variability, with notable instances of missing analyst expectations in recent quarters such as Q3 2025 and Q1 2026, despite revenue figures often being close to estimates. The company has a pattern of beating EPS estimates in some quarters, such as Q4 2024 and Q4 2025, but has also experienced misses. Recent news indicates strategic organizational changes, with the promotion of Dave Rodrian to Senior Vice President of Connectivity Products to consolidate strategy and development for Internet, WiFi, and Voice services, aiming to enhance customer experience and accelerate innovation. Additionally, CEO Christopher Winfrey is scheduled to present at a media, internet, and communications conference. Investors will be watching for the impact of the new connectivity products division on service delivery and competitive positioning, as well as any strategic insights shared at upcoming investor events.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$7.97$8.77$9.58$10.38$11.19Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$10.36 - -
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 $148.64, giving Charter Communications, Inc. a market cap of 19.94B and a P/E ratio of 4.0. Today's range spans $143.80–$150.18, with shares opening at $145.79 and moving up $4.64 (3.2%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 23/100 (SELL) with a news sentiment reading of 53/100.

Over the past year CHTR has traded between $136.63 and $422.29 - the current price is +8.8% off the 52-week low and -64.8% from the high. 29 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $243.69 (range $124.00–$413.00), implying upside of +63.9%.

The bearish momentum on Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) - 23/100 (SELL), sentiment neutral at 53/100, price $148.64 (near 52-week lows) - is the type of setup where stop-loss selling from long-side momentum strategies amplifies the initial technical weakness. The current P/E ratio stands at 4.0. At 19.94B in Communication Services market cap, the 52-week range of $136.63–$422.29 provides the structural reference, and the lower end of that range becomes the next key test if the current SELL signal persists.

The current SELL phase for CHTR (23/100) at $148.64 (near 52-week lows) suggests that the market is discounting either a fundamental deterioration or a sector headwind that hasn't fully appeared in the earnings line yet. Sentiment at 53/100 (neutral) confirms that news flow is not providing a counternarrative. At 19.94B in Communication Services capitalization, CHTR has the liquidity for institutional exits to be orderly — but orderly doesn't mean shallow within the $136.63–$422.29 range.