10-Q/APeriod: Q2 FY2011

CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS, INC. /MO/ Quarterly Report (Amendment) for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2011

Filed August 2, 2011For Securities:CHTR

Summary

Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) filed its 10-Q for the period ending August 2, 2011, with a key focus on its executive compensation and incentive plans. The filing primarily details various stock option and restricted stock unit agreements, along with the Amended and Restated 2009 Stock Incentive Plan. Investors should note the significant emphasis on equity-based compensation, which is a common practice for executive retention and alignment with shareholder interests in the telecommunications industry. The inclusion of certifications from the CEO and CFO regarding financial reporting accuracy underscores the company's commitment to regulatory compliance. While this specific filing, Item 6 (Exhibits), does not provide detailed financial performance metrics such as revenue, net income, or cash flow, it signals important corporate governance activities. The stock incentive plan and associated agreements are crucial for understanding how the company incentivizes its leadership. Investors interested in Charter Communications should review the full 10-Q filing to gain a comprehensive understanding of the company's financial health and operational performance, in addition to the governance aspects highlighted in this exhibit list.

Financial Highlights

43 data points
Beta

Revenue

$1.79B

Net Income

-$107.00M

-6.0% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$-0.98

Total Assets

$15.81B

Cash & Equivalents

$166.00M

Free Cash Flow

$136.00M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$1.79B
SG&A Expenses$343.00M
Operating Expenses$1.52B
Operating Income$270.00M
Interest Expense$241.00M
Net Income-$107.00M
EPS (Basic)$-0.98
Shares Outstanding (Basic)109.27M

Key Highlights

  • 1The filing includes forms for various stock option agreements (non-qualified price vesting, non-qualified time vesting) and restricted stock units, indicating significant executive compensation strategies.
  • 2Charter Communications has an Amended and Restated 2009 Stock Incentive Plan, updated as of July 26, 2011, which governs the issuance of equity awards to employees.
  • 3Certifications from the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as required by SEC rules, are included, affirming the accuracy of financial reporting.
  • 4The exhibit list includes the Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges, providing insight into the company's ability to cover its debt obligations.
  • 5The primary focus of this exhibit section is on corporate governance and executive compensation rather than detailed financial performance for the quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

This filing primarily details stock option agreements (both price vesting and time vesting) and restricted stock unit agreements as forms of executive compensation. It also references the company's Stock Incentive Plan.

No, this particular section (Item 6: Exhibits) of the 10-Q filing focuses on supporting documents, including those related to executive compensation and corporate governance. It does not contain the detailed financial statements and performance metrics typically found in other sections of a 10-Q report.

This computation is important for investors as it indicates the company's ability to meet its fixed financing obligations, such as interest payments on debt. A higher ratio generally suggests a stronger ability to service its debt.

These agreements are important because they represent a significant portion of executive compensation and can impact shareholder value through dilution or by aligning executive interests with those of shareholders. Understanding these plans helps investors assess the company's incentive structure and potential future share count.