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Charter Communications Inc (CHTR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/27/2025: CHTR (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -14.94% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 03/27/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 52.41B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.55 | 1Y Target Price 403.14 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.55 | 1Y Target Price 403.14 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1203745 | Beta 1.14 | 52 Weeks Range 236.08 - 415.27 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 236.08 - 415.27 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 34.98 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.23% | Operating Margin (TTM) 24.61% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.56% | Return on Equity (TTM) 34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.55 | Forward PE 9.92 | Enterprise Value 147710073810 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.95 |
Enterprise Value 147710073810 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.95 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.68 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.9 | Shares Outstanding 142014000 | Shares Floating 77140786 |
Shares Outstanding 142014000 | Shares Floating 77140786 | ||
Percent Insiders 31.71 | Percent Institutions 66.31 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.42 | Target Price 406.44 | Buy 2 | Strong Buy 8 |
Buy 2 | Strong Buy 8 | ||
Hold 11 | Sell 3 | Strong Sell 2 | |
Strong Sell 2 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Charter Communications Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Charter Communications was founded in 1993 and has grown through acquisitions to become one of the largest cable operators in the US. Major milestones include the acquisition of Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks in 2016.
Core Business Areas
- Residential Services: Provides internet, video, and voice services to residential customers under the Spectrum brand.
- Business Services: Offers internet, data, voice, and video solutions to small, medium, and large businesses.
- Mobile: Provides mobile services under the Spectrum Mobile brand.
- Advertising Sales: Sells advertising space to various businesses, as well as political groups.
Leadership and Structure
Thomas Rutledge served as Executive Chairman until November 2023, with Christopher Winfrey now the CEO. The company has a hierarchical structure with regional and functional divisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Spectrum Internet: High-speed internet service, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps in some areas. Competitors include Verizon Fios, Comcast Xfinity, and AT&T Internet. Market Share data is embedded in Market Share section.
- Spectrum TV: Traditional cable television service with a wide range of channels and on-demand content. Competitors include DISH Network, DirecTV, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV. Revenue is generated by cable packages and premium channel add-ons. Market Share data is embedded in Market Share section.
- Spectrum Mobile: Mobile phone service offered in partnership with Verizon. Competitors include Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Market Share data is embedded in Market Share section.
- Spectrum Voice: Digital phone service. Competitors include Vonage, Ooma and other VoIP providers. Market Share data is embedded in Market Share section.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications industry is highly competitive and rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer preferences. There is a shift toward streaming and cord-cutting, which impacts traditional cable TV providers.
Positioning
Charter is a major player in the cable and internet services market, positioned as a provider of bundled services. Its competitive advantages include its extensive network infrastructure and brand recognition.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market includes broadband internet, video, and mobile services, estimated to be in excess of $300 billion. Charter is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM, with its focus on high-speed internet and bundled service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive network infrastructure
- Strong brand recognition (Spectrum)
- Bundled service offerings
- Large customer base
- Strong financial performance
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Customer service issues
- Exposure to cord-cutting trends
- Dependence on traditional cable TV revenue
- Limited innovation in new technologies
Opportunities
- Expansion of high-speed internet services
- Growth of Spectrum Mobile
- Development of new streaming services
- Acquisition of smaller competitors
- Partnerships with content providers
Threats
- Increasing competition from streaming services
- Technological advancements (5G, fiber)
- Regulatory changes
- Economic downturn
- Cybersecurity threats
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CMCSA
- VZ
- T
Competitive Landscape
Charter faces intense competition from other cable operators, telecom companies, and streaming services. Its advantages include its bundled service offerings and extensive network infrastructure. Disadvantages include high debt and customer service issues.
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 industry.
Bright House Networks
- Year: 2016
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 10400
- Strategic Rationale: Consolidated Charter's market position and increased its customer base in key geographic areas.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Charter has experienced significant growth through acquisitions and organic expansion of its internet and mobile services.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in internet and mobile services, with slower growth or decline in traditional cable TV. Future EPS is expected to grow year over year
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its fiber network, launching new streaming services, and increasing its focus on Spectrum Mobile.
Summary
Charter Communications is a major player in the telecommunications industry, with a large customer base and extensive network infrastructure. While it faces challenges from cord-cutting and competition, its growth in internet and mobile services provides opportunities for future growth. The company should focus on improving customer service and innovating in new technologies to maintain its competitive advantage. Its high debt levels remain a potential concern that needs to be addressed.
Similar Companies
- CMCSA
- VZ
- T
- DISH
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry News
- Company Press Releases
- Third Party Telecommunication Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is subject to change.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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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