Charter Communications Inc. (CHTR)

Overview

Charter Communications, Inc. is a leading broadband connectivity and cable operator company primarily serving customers throughout the United States. Since its founding in 1993, the company has grown to cater to the needs of approximately 32 million customers across 41 states. Charter Communications, headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, stands as a pivotal company in the telecommunications industry, offering a wide range of subscription-based and broadband connectivity services aimed at both residential and commercial markets.

Products and Services

• Internet, Video, and Mobile and Voice Services: Offers subscription-based services including high-speed internet, a variety of video packages, and mobile and traditional voice services leveraging Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology.
• Broadband Connectivity Services: Comprises fixed internet services, Advanced WiFi, Spectrum Security Shield, and in-home WiFi solutions such as high-performance wireless routers and managed WiFi to enhance customers' wireless internet experience. These offerings are supplemented by out-of-home WiFi and Spectrum WiFi services.
• Communications Services: Provides voice communications services through VoIP and broadband communications solutions like internet access, data networking, fiber connectivity to business entities, and telephone services aimed at both business customers and carrier organizations.
• Mobile Services: Engages in the provision of mobile services, adapting to the evolving needs of telecommunications consumers seeking integrated mobile solutions.
• Video Programming and Advertising: Sells local advertising across various platforms and networks, including spaces on TBS, CNN, and ESPN, as well as local sports and news channels. The company also offers the Audience App for local advertisers to create data-driven linear TV campaigns, which represents a modernization of traditional advertising approaches.
• Managed Service Solutions: Offers an array of communications products and managed service solutions that cater to more complex business needs, providing a comprehensive suite for business process optimization.
• Data Connectivity Services: Provides data connectivity services to mobile and wireline carriers on a wholesale basis, showcasing the company's commitment to supporting the backbone of the telecommunications industry.
• Regional Sports Networks and News Channels: Owns and operates several regional sports networks and news channels, which not only deliver specialized content to their audience but also create additional revenue streams through advertising and subscriptions.