Bernstein has downgraded Charter Communications Inc (CHTR) to Market Perform from Outperform, effective November 2, 2025. The stock is currently priced at $209.10.
This downgrade indicates a shift towards increased caution regarding Charter's outlook. Such decisions reflect concerns surrounding competitive pressures, market conditions, and execution risks that could impact the company's performance. Charter Communications, headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, provides broadband communications services and employs approximately 94,500 full-time employees. The company operates within the media industry, offering a range of services including Spectrum Internet, television, mobile, and voice services.
As of November 1, 2025, the analyst consensus for Charter is categorized as a Buy, with 7 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, 11 Hold, 4 Sell, and no Strong Sell ratings among a total of 30 analysts. The recent earnings performance has shown volatility, with Q3 2025 EPS reported at $8.34, falling short of the estimate of $9.52, marking a 12.4% surprise.
Looking ahead, Charter is expected to report its next earnings on July 22, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $10.66 on revenues of $14.2 billion. Analyst ratings can evolve as new information becomes available, and they should be considered alongside other factors such as company fundamentals and industry trends when making investment decisions.