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Charter Communications Reports Q4 and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

Charter Communications, Inc., which operates under the Spectrum brand, has recently unveiled its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and the entirety of 2025. The data sheds light on both challenges and opportunities for the company moving forward.

Key Highlights

As of December 31, 2025, Charter is serving a total of 29.7 million Internet customers, reflecting a decline of 119,000 in Q4 compared to a more significant drop of 177,000 during the same period in 2024. Moreover, the total mobile lines saw an increase of 428,000, resulting in an impressive total of 11.8 million mobile lines at the end of the year. Overall, the customer relationships totaled around 31.8 million, with connectivity customers clocking in at 30.6 million.

Revenue Insights

Despite a solid grounding in the connectivity sector, Charter reported a total revenue of $13.6 billion for Q4 — down 2.3% year-over-year. This slump is largely attributed to decreased revenues in the residential video segment and less income from political advertising. However, the residential connectivity revenues did see a positive growth of 2.3% compared to the previous year.

For the full year, the total revenue reached $54.8 billion, showing a slight decline of 0.6% compared to 2024, although the Adjusted EBITDA for the year increased by 0.6% to $22.7 billion, showcasing operational resilience.

Financial Performance

The net income attributable to Charter shareholders stood at $1.3 billion for the fourth quarter and a total of $5.0 billion for the entire year. The company’s Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was reported at $5.7 billion, which also indicated a year-over-year decrease of 1.2%.

Charter’s focus on infrastructure was emphasized by capital expenditures totaling $11.7 billion for the year, including $3.9 billion dedicated to line extensions. This investment will bolster the company's ability to provide enhanced connectivity options.

Strategic Direction

In a statement, Chris Winfrey, President and CEO of Charter, expressed confidence in the company's trajectory: “In 2025, we positioned Spectrum to provide guaranteed connectivity, service, and savings. Our aim for 2026 is to communicate our product value effectively and ensure long-term growth in customer satisfaction and financial performance.”

Charter’s strategy involves enhancing service offerings, such as the upcoming launch of the Invincible WiFi™ product, to provide improved connectivity even during disruptions.

Conclusion

The earnings report from Charter Communications illustrates a mix of challenges and victories over the past year. While the internet subscriber base experienced a decline, growth in mobile lines presents a positive outlook. The strategic focus on enhancing customer experience through robust infrastructure investments may provide the necessary leverage for future growth. With a commitment to operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, Charter is poised to continue as a leading player in the connectivity market as it heads into 2026.