01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed January 14, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) has announced through its subsidiaries, CCO Holdings, LLC and CCO Holdings Capital Corp., the successful issuance and sale of a substantial amount of new debt.
Specifically, the company has raised $1.75 billiona through 7.000% Senior Notes due 2033 and $1.25 billion through 7.375% Senior Notes due 2036, totaling $3.0 billion in aggregate principal amount. These notes were offered to qualified institutional buyers and non-U.S. persons in reliance on Rule 144A and Regulation S, respectively, indicating a private placement rather than a public offering at this stage.
The proceeds from this issuance are not explicitly stated in this 8-K filing, but such debt offerings are typically used for general corporate purposes, refinancing existing debt, or funding strategic initiatives. The new notes are unsecured general obligations of the CCOH Issuers and are not guaranteed by Charter Communications, Inc. The filing details the terms of the indentures governing these notes, including interest payment dates, redemption provisions, covenants restricting further debt incurrence and restricted payments, and provisions related to change of control events and defaults.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Charter Communications' subsidiaries, CCO Holdings, LLC and CCO Holdings Capital Corp., have issued $1.75 billion in 7.000% Senior Notes due 2033 and $1.25 billion in 7.375% Senior Notes due 2036.
- The total aggregate principal amount of the new debt issuance is $3.0 billion.
- The notes were sold to qualified institutional buyers and non-U.S. persons via private placement under Rule 144A and Regulation S.
- The notes are general unsecured obligations of the CCOH Issuers and are not guaranteed by Charter Communications, Inc.
- The indenture includes covenants that limit the CCOH Issuers' ability to incur additional debt, pay dividends, make restricted payments, and engage in certain other corporate actions.
- A change of control triggering event will give holders the right to require repurchase of the notes at 101% of the principal amount.
- An Exchange and Registration Rights Agreement has been entered into, requiring the CCOH Issuers to register the notes under the Securities Act within 450 days or face additional interest payments.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of this debt issuance?
The specific use of proceeds is not detailed in this 8-K filing. However, such debt issuances are typically undertaken for general corporate purposes, refinancing existing debt obligations, funding capital expenditures, or supporting strategic growth initiatives.
Are these new notes guaranteed by Charter Communications, Inc.?
No, the notes are general unsecured obligations of the issuing subsidiaries, CCO Holdings, LLC and CCO Holdings Capital Corp., and are not guaranteed by the parent company, Charter Communications, Inc.
What are the key terms and conditions of the new notes?
The 2033 Notes carry a 7.000% coupon and mature in 2033, while the 2036 Notes carry a 7.375% coupon and mature in 2036. Both notes pay interest semi-annually on February 1 and August 1, commencing August 1, 2026. The indentures include provisions for redemption, covenants restricting additional debt and restricted payments, and a change of control offer to repurchase.
What is the significance of the Registration Rights Agreement?
The Registration Rights Agreement ensures that the privately placed notes will eventually be registered under the Securities Act through an exchange offer or shelf registration. This makes the notes more liquid and accessible to a broader range of investors. If the company fails to meet its registration obligations, it may be required to pay holders additional interest.
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