Core Viewpoint - A class action lawsuit has been filed against Charter Communications, Inc. for allegedly making false or misleading statements regarding the impact of the Federal Communications Commission's Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) ending, which affected the company's Internet customer base and revenue [7]. Allegation Details - The lawsuit claims that Charter failed to disclose the material impact of the ACP's end, which led to a decline in Internet customers and revenue. It also alleges that the company did not manage or adapt its operations effectively to mitigate these impacts [7]. - Specific allegations include that Charter's Internet customer declines and execution failures posed greater risks to business plans and earnings growth than reported, and that the company had no reasonable basis for its optimistic statements regarding operational success and EBITDA growth [7]. Financial Impact - On July 25, 2025, Charter reported second quarter 2025 financial results, showing EBITDA of $5.7 billion, reflecting a 0.5% growth, alongside a loss of 117,000 Internet customers, which included approximately 50,000 disconnects due to the ACP's end [7]. - Following the announcement of these results, Charter's stock price fell by more than 18% [7].
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS LAWSUIT REMINDER: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors of Charter Communications of the October 24th Deadline and Urges Investors to Contact the Firm