Charter Communications to merge with Cox Communications
Type: Acquisition · Technology: Telecom · Country: United States · Announced: 2026-07-24
Charter Communications is in the process of merging with Cox Communications, with an expected close by mid-to-late August, pending negotiations with California authorities. The combined entity will operate under the Cox corporate name but adopt Spectrum branding and Charter's pricing and packaging models. This merger will create a telecommunications giant with 1.3 million miles of network, over 70 million passings, and serving 37 million customers. The combined company is projected to generate approximately $67 billion in revenues and $28 billion in EBITDA, with plans to recruit over 1,000 new sales jobs in Cox territories and onshore existing Cox operations.
Counterparties
- Cox Communications (Seller)
- Charter Communications (Buyer)
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