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Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) FCF Payout Ratio: N/A

The FCF payout ratio for Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) is N/A.

CHTR FCF Payout Ratio Metrics

FCF PAYOUT RATIO

N/A

Payout Ratio Comparison

FCF Payout Ratio

N/A

Earnings Payout Ratio

N/A

Dividend Yield

N/A

FCF Yield

23.47%

Annual FCF Payout Ratio History

YearFree Cash FlowDividends PaidFCF Payout Ratio
2025$4.42B$00.0%
2024$3.16B$00.0%
2023$3.49B$00.0%
2022$6.10B$00.0%
2021$8.68B$00.0%
2020$6.61B$00.0%
2019$4.61B$00.0%
2018$2.17B$00.0%
2017$4.08B$00.0%
2016($25.49B)$0N/A (Loss)
2015$547.00M$00.0%
2014$171.00M$00.0%
2013($267.00M)$0N/A (Loss)
2012$163.00M$00.0%
2011$394.00M$00.0%
2010$710.00M$00.0%
2009$486.00M$00.0%
2008($803.00M)$0N/A (Loss)
2007($917.00M)$0N/A (Loss)
2006($822.00M)$0N/A (Loss)
2005($828.00M)$0N/A (Loss)
2004($495.00M)$0N/A (Loss)
2003($89.00M)$0N/A (Loss)
2002($1.47B)$0N/A (Loss)
2001($2.51B)$0N/A (Loss)
2000($1.69B)$0N/A (Loss)
1999($261.59M)$0N/A (Loss)
1998($6.03M)$0N/A (Loss)

Formula: FCF Payout Ratio = Dividends Paid / Free Cash Flow × 100

FCF payout and earnings payout:

  • FCF represents operating cash flow after capital expenditures
  • FCF payout compares dividends paid with free cash flow
  • FCF payout above 100% means dividends paid exceeded free cash flow for the period
  • Earnings payout compares dividends paid with net income

Reading the series: Use the chart and table to compare dividend payments with cash generation over time.

Charter Communications, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio Formula & Definition

FCF Payout Ratio measures what percentage of free cash flow is paid out as dividends. Unlike earnings-based payout, it compares dividends with cash generated after capital expenditures.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

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.

Stamford, CT
94,500 employees
Communication Services / Telecommunications Services
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecommunications Services
CEO
Christopher L. Winfrey