Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) DCF Valuation
A discounted-cash-flow model values Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) at about $1,102.56 (analyst consensus (FMP)). Today's price of $135.37 sits below that range — by these conservative assumptions it screens as potentially undervalued.
Reverse DCF: at today's $135.37, the market is pricing in roughly +11.8%/yr free-cash-flow growth over the next decade (at a 10% required return) — versus its actual 5-year FCF CAGR of -10.9%. The price is betting on acceleration above its track record.
Current Price
$135.37
Fair-Value Range
$1,102.56
Market-Implied Growth
+11.8%/yr
vs -10.9% 5Y actual
CHTR DCF Fair Value Calculator
Edit the assumptions to see how they change the estimated fair value. Illustrative model — not investment advice. Defaults to a conservative base case; the analyst (FMP) DCF, where available, is shown as a reference below.
Base inputs: FCF $4.3B · 0.14B shares · net debt $96.6B
Estimated Fair Value
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About Charter Communications, Inc.
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.
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Telecommunications Services
- CEO
- Christopher L. Winfrey