Charter Communications Inc EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
5.74
Enterprise Value
$115.60B
EBITDA (TTM)
$20.12B
Sector
Media
How It's Calculated
5.74 = $115.60B ÷ $20.12B
What This Means
Charter Communications Inc's EV/EBITDA of 5.7 is on the lower side versus many large-cap peers — context still depends on growth and leverage.
About Charter Communications Inc
Charter Communications Inc (CHTR) operates in the Media sector, specifically in Media. With a market capitalization of about $19.40B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $144.10, within a 52-week range of $111.55 to $285.82 (-49.6% from the high, +29.2% from the low). Beta of 0.69 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 9.1%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Charter Communications Inc, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Media. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 5.74x EV/EBITDA, Charter Communications Inc (CHTR) carries a relatively low EV/EBITDA multiple, which may reflect cyclical trough EBITDA, higher perceived risk, or a cash-generative mature profile. Enterprise value of about $115.60B and EBITDA near $20.12B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the CHTR metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Media names on our S&P 100 coverage, Charter Communications Inc's EV/EBITDA of 5.74 can be compared with peers such as GOOG (28.12), GOOGL (28.12), META (14.50). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Media stocks.
Key Takeaways
- CHTR is grouped in the Media sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.69 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 9.1% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CHTR's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Charter Communications Inc's ratio is about 5.74 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Media.
Is 5.74 high or low vs peers?
Among Media peers (e.g. GOOG (28.12), GOOGL (28.12), NFLX (17.92)), CHTR's 5.74 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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