Charter Communications (FRA:CQD) GF Value Rank: 2 (As of Aug. 01, 2026) — 71% Below Median

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FRA:CQD Charter Communications Inc FRA:CQD
69 GF Score
Price €126.22
GF Value €329.39
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Charter Communications GF Value Rank?

Charter Communications FRA:CQD +0.75% 69 GF Value Rank is 2 as of Aug. 01, 2026, which is 71% below its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates FRA:CQD with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €329.39 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Charter Communications has the GF Value Rank of 2.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

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Charter Communications GF Value Rank Related Terms


FRA:CQD vs TIGO, GSAT, LUMN: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Charter Communications's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Charter Communications GF Value Rank vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Charter Communications's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Charter Communications's GF Value Rank falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 2 mean?
Charter Communications (FRA:CQD) has a GF Value Rank of 2 as of Aug. 01, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Charter Communications and its competitors. This is 71% below median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Charter Communications' GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00.
Is Charter Communications' GF Value Rank too high?
Charter Communications' current GF Value Rank of 2 is 71% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Charter Communications has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Charter Communications' GF Value Rank compare to TIGO and GSAT?
Charter Communications' GF Value Rank of 2 can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. Historically, Charter Communications' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 2.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Charter Communications and its competitors. Charter Communications's current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 71% below median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Charter Communications stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Communications (FRA:CQD) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €329.39, compared to a current price of €126.22 — trading 61.7% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 2, which is 71% below median its 10-year median of 7.00. Charter Communications' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Charter Communications (FRA:CQD), the current GF Value Rank is 2 as of Aug. 01, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Charter Communications (FRA:CQD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Charter Communications stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €126.22 is trading 61.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €329.39. GuruFocus considers Charter Communications to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FRA:CQD:

  • GF Value Rank: 2 (71% below median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: €329.39 vs. price of €126.22 (61.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:CQD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Charter Communications Business Description

Address 400 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT, USA, 06902
Charter is the product of the 2016 merger of three cable companies, each with a decades-long history in the business: Legacy Charter, Time Warner Cable, and Bright House Networks. The firm now holds networks capable of providing television, internet access, and phone services to roughly 59 million US homes and businesses, around 35% of the country. Across this footprint, Charter serves 29 million residential and 2 million commercial customer accounts under the Spectrum brand, making it the second-largest US cable company behind Comcast. The firm also owns, in whole or in part, sports and news networks, including Spectrum SportsNet (Los Angeles Lakers), SportsNet LA (Los Angeles Dodgers), SportsNet New York (New York Mets), and Spectrum News NY1. Charter plans to acquire cable peer Cox.
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