Charter Communications (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading provider of broadband connectivity services in the United States, operating under the Spectrum brand. The company’s core offerings include high-speed Internet, cable television, voice services and mobile wireless services. Through its extensive fiber-rich network, Charter delivers advanced digital video solutions, on-demand programming and interactive features to both residential and business customers. Its suite of business products also encompasses Ethernet, dedicated Internet access, and managed services designed to support enterprises, healthcare providers and educational institutions.
Founded in 1993 as an offshoot of Paul Allen’s venture capital portfolio, Charter has grown through a series of strategic acquisitions and organic network expansions. In 2016, the company completed a transformative merger with Time Warner Cable and Bright House Networks, solidifying its position as the second-largest cable operator in the nation. These integrations enabled Charter to broaden its service footprint, upgrade network capacity and introduce advanced consumer electronics such as Wi-Fi gateways, set-top boxes and mobile applications for remote streaming.
Today, Charter serves approximately 40 million residential and small- to medium-sized business customers across 41 states, with notable concentrations in major metropolitan areas and suburban markets. The company’s fiber-deep architecture extends to more than 80 percent of its footprint, facilitating symmetrical upload and download speeds that support telecommuting, video conferencing and cloud-based applications. Charter continues to invest in next-generation infrastructure, including DOCSIS upgrades and fiber-to-the-home deployments, to meet growing bandwidth demands and enhance network reliability.
Charter Communications is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, and maintains regional offices across the country. The company is led by Chief Executive Officer Christopher L. Winfrey, who assumed the role in 2023 after serving as President and Chief Operating Officer. Under his leadership, Charter has emphasized customer service improvements, network modernization and the expansion of its mobile offerings. The board of directors comprises industry veterans with backgrounds in telecommunications, technology and finance, guiding Charter’s strategic priorities and corporate governance practices.
