Charter Prices $1.0 Billion Senior Unsecured Notes

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Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) announced the pricing of $1.0 billion in senior unsecured notes due 2033, with an interest rate of 4.500%. The offering is expected to close on April 22, 2021, subject to conditions. The funds will be used for general corporate purposes, including potential share buybacks and repayment of debt. The notes are offered to qualified institutional buyers and are unregistered under the Securities Act, limiting their sale in the U.S. without registration. This move aims to strengthen Charter's financial position as it serves over 31 million customers.

Positive

• Issuance of $1.0 billion in senior unsecured notes may improve financial flexibility.
• Intended use of proceeds includes potential stock buybacks, which can enhance shareholder value.

Negative

• Notes are unregistered, which may limit liquidity for investors.
• Interest rate of 4.500% could indicate increased borrowing costs.

STAMFORD, Conn., April 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) (along with its subsidiaries, "Charter") today announced that its subsidiaries, CCO Holdings, LLC and CCO Holdings Capital Corp. (collectively, the "Issuers"), have priced $1.0 billion in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due 2033 (the "Notes"). The Notes will bear interest at a rate of 4.500% per annum and will be issued at a price of 100.000% of the aggregate principal amount.

The Issuers intend to use the net proceeds from the sale of the Notes for general corporate purposes, including to fund potential buybacks of Class A common stock of Charter or common units of Charter Communications Holdings, LLC, to repay certain indebtedness and to pay related fees and expenses. Charter expects to close the offering of the Notes on April 22, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions.

The Notes were sold to qualified institutional buyers in reliance on Rule 144A and outside the United States to non-U.S. persons in reliance on Regulation S. The Notes have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), or any state securities laws and, unless so registered, may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state securities laws. The offering is subject to, among other things, market conditions.

This news release is neither an offer to sell nor a solicitation of an offer to buy the Notes and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale is unlawful.

About Charter 

Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator serving more than 31 million customers in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. Over an advanced communications network, the company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet^®, TV, Mobile and Voice.

For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum Business^® delivers the same suite of broadband products and services coupled with special features and applications to enhance productivity, while for larger businesses and government entities, Spectrum Enterprise provides highly customized, fiber-based solutions. Spectrum Reach^® delivers tailored advertising and production for the modern media landscape. The company also distributes award-winning news coverage, sports and high-quality original programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks and Spectrum Originals. More information about Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.

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This communication includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, regarding, among other things, the potential offering. Although we believe that our plans, intentions and expectations as reflected in or suggested by these forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot assure you that we will achieve or realize these plans, intentions or expectations. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions including, without limitation, the factors described under "Risk Factors" from time to time in our filings with the SEC. Many of the forward-looking statements contained in this communication may be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "should," "planned," "will," "may," "intend," and "potential," among others.

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FAQ

What is the purpose of Charter's $1.0 billion senior unsecured notes offering?

The proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including potential stock buybacks and debt repayment.

When is the closing date for the Charter notes offering?

The offering is expected to close on April 22, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions.

What is the interest rate on Charter's new senior unsecured notes?

The notes will bear an interest rate of 4.500% per annum.

Who can purchase the senior unsecured notes issued by Charter?

The notes are sold to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and to non-U.S. persons under Regulation S.