Charter faces the same broadband subscriber pressure as Comcast but with higher leverage and a more concentrated US cable footprint. Spectrum Mobile growth, fixed-wireless convergence pricing, and rural network expansion subsidized by BEAD funding are the bull case. Free cash flow conversion supports aggressive buybacks. Re-rating requires broadband net add stabilization.
Thesis reviewed May 29, 2026
Charter Communications Inc. is headquartered in United States, which is currently showing moderate signals.
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Charter Spectrum Mobile lines exceed 9.5M
BEAD rural broadband awards favor Charter in 12 states
Estimates · Yahoo Finance · Not audited figures
| Politician | Party | Type | Amount | Trade Date | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert CisnerosCA | D | Sell | $1k–$15k | Apr 14, 26 | -7.0% |
| Gilbert CisnerosCA | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | Mar 13, 26 | -35.6% |