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NETFLIX IS NOW AVAILABLE IN THE SPECTRUM APP STORE

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Spectrum (NASDAQ:CHTR) added Netflix to The Spectrum App Store, letting customers with or without a TV plan purchase ad-supported or ad-free memberships directly through Spectrum.

The App Store centralizes discovery, activation and management of streaming services, alongside over $125/month in included retail streaming value for eligible Spectrum TV customers.

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News Market Reaction – CHTR

-1.99%
-1.99% News Effect

On the day this news was published, CHTR declined 1.99%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

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What This Means

This announcement deepens Spectrum’s streaming aggregation strategy by adding Netflix atop over $125...
Analysis

This announcement deepens Spectrum’s streaming aggregation strategy by adding Netflix atop over $125 in included app value. With elevated short interest and recent insider net selling, investors may watch how usage and churn metrics reflect this integration.

Key Figures

Included streaming value: $125/month
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Included streaming value $125/month Retail streaming app value included in eligible Spectrum TV plans

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 16 (Positive)
Pattern 5 events
Date Event Sentiment 24h Move Catalyst
Jun 16 Arts partnership Positive -1.3% Ovation TV and Spectrum fund $100,000 arts awards across Spectrum markets.
Jun 16 Scholarship program Positive -1.3% Spectrum expands Scholars program with $300,000 in scholarships to college juniors.
Jun 15 Digital grants Positive -1.4% Spectrum awards $1.1M in 2026 Digital Education grants to 56 nonprofits.
Jun 10 AI ad partnership Positive +1.8% Spectrum Reach and Anoki AI integrate ContextIQ for improved CTV transparency.
Jun 08 Leadership change Neutral +0.0% Charter appoints Chris Hacker as Head of Corporate Security, succeeding Jane Rhodes.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent community/CSR partnerships and grant announcements have often coincided with modest share price declines, while technology-focused collaborations have seen a more positive reception.

Regulatory & Risk Context

Short Interest: 26.58%
Short Interest
26.58% of shares outstanding
as of 2026-05-29 Days to cover: 7.67

Short positioning appears elevated, which can increase the stock’s sensitivity to news and raise the potential for sharp moves in either direction if sentiment or liquidity conditions change.

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Key Takeaways:

  • Spectrum customers can now purchase a Netflix membership, home to fan-favorites like "KPop Demon Hunters," "Wednesday" and "Bridgerton," in The Spectrum App Store.
  • The Spectrum App Store gives customers one place to discover, activate, upgrade and purchase streaming services.
  • Eligible Spectrum TV customers receive over $125/month in retail streaming value and can further personalize their streaming experience by adding Netflix.

STAMFORD, Conn., June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectrum customers can now purchase Netflix in The Spectrum App Store, a digital marketplace that makes it easy to discover, activate, upgrade and purchase streaming services, all in one place. This addition gives Spectrum customers with and without a TV plan a simpler way to buy the ad-supported and ad-free versions of Netflix and access its library of award-winning TV series, movies, games and live events.

"Netflix has become a major part of how people watch entertainment today, from hit Originals and exclusive live sports, to documentaries, family programming and cultural moments everyone is talking about," said Elena Ritchie, Senior Vice President, Video, Spectrum. "By bringing Netflix to The Spectrum App Store, we're delivering on our promise of Seamless Entertainment and providing more choice, value and a simpler way to manage streaming and TV services."

What is The Spectrum App Store?
The Spectrum App Store allows Spectrum customers to:

  • Purchase streaming services like Netflix
  • Activate applicable subscriptions included at no extra cost in eligible Spectrum TV plans
  • Upgrade to ad-free streaming and pay only the cost difference if the ad-supported version is already included in their TV plan for apps like Disney+ Hulu Bundle and Peacock
  • Discover new content
  • Manage all their favorite streaming services in one place

Netflix Brings Hit Entertainment, Live Events and Something for Everyone
Netflix's library spans comedies, dramas, anime, book-to-screen adaptations, documentaries, kids and family programming, and more. It's home to exclusive sports and live events including the upcoming MLB Home Run Derby and 2026 Field of Dreams Game, as well as NFL games, WWE Raw, The Westminster Dog Show, and more. In 2025, audiences flocked to hit series like "Wednesday," "Stranger Things" and "Squid Game," and fan-favorite films including "KPop Demon Hunters," "Happy Gilmore 2" and "Frankenstein." Upcoming releases include films like "Office Romance," "Best of the Best," and "Enola Holmes 3," as well as series like "The Hunting Wives" Season 2, "East of Eden," "Little House on the Prairie," "Love is Blind" Season 11 Boston, "Outerbanks" Season 5 and more.

How Spectrum TV Customers Get Even More Streaming Value
With the addition of Netflix for purchase, Spectrum continues to expand The Spectrum App Store, giving Spectrum TV customers an easy way to add streaming services alongside over $125 per month in retail streaming app value already included with their TV plans at no extra cost. Eligible Spectrum TV customers receive Disney+ Hulu Bundle, ESPN Unlimited, HBO Max Basic with Ads, Paramount+ Essential, Peacock Premium with Ads, AMC+ with Ads, ViX Premium with Ads, Tennis Channel, FOX One and Discovery+.

For more information about The Spectrum App Store, spectrum.com/cable-tv/app-store.

About Spectrum
Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company available to nearly 59 million homes and small to large businesses across 41 states. Founded in 1993, Charter has evolved from providing cable TV to streaming, and from high-speed Internet to a converged broadband, WiFi and mobile experience. Over the Spectrum Fiber Broadband Network and supported by our 100% U.S.-based employees, the Company offers Seamless Connectivity and Entertainment with Spectrum Internet®, Mobile, TV and Voice products.

More information can be found at corporate.charter.com.

 

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SOURCE Charter Communications, Inc.

FAQ

What did Spectrum (CHTR) announce about Netflix on June 18, 2026?

Spectrum announced that customers can now purchase Netflix directly in The Spectrum App Store. According to Spectrum, this includes both ad-supported and ad-free plans, giving customers a simpler way to access Netflix’s series, movies, games and live events in one place.

How can Spectrum (CHTR) customers buy Netflix through The Spectrum App Store?

Spectrum customers can purchase Netflix memberships inside The Spectrum App Store on their Spectrum platform. According to Spectrum, the digital marketplace lets users discover, activate, upgrade and purchase Netflix along with other streaming services, all managed from a single account interface.

What is The Spectrum App Store and how does it benefit CHTR subscribers?

The Spectrum App Store is a digital marketplace for managing streaming services in one place. According to Spectrum, customers can purchase apps like Netflix, activate included subscriptions, upgrade to ad-free tiers, discover new content and manage all streaming services from a centralized hub.

What streaming value do eligible Spectrum (CHTR) TV customers receive each month?

Eligible Spectrum TV customers receive over $125 per month in retail streaming app value at no extra cost. According to Spectrum, included services may feature Disney+ Hulu Bundle, HBO Max Basic with Ads, Paramount+ Essential, Peacock Premium with Ads and other streaming apps.

Can Spectrum (CHTR) customers without a TV plan still purchase Netflix?

Yes, Spectrum customers without a TV plan can also purchase Netflix through The Spectrum App Store. According to Spectrum, both ad-supported and ad-free Netflix options are available, giving non-TV subscribers a straightforward way to add Netflix to their Spectrum-managed digital services.

How do Spectrum (CHTR) TV customers upgrade to ad-free streaming for apps like Netflix?

Spectrum TV customers can upgrade to ad-free tiers in The Spectrum App Store. According to Spectrum, if an ad-supported version is already included in their TV plan, they only pay the cost difference to move to ad-free options for eligible apps like Disney+ Hulu Bundle and Peacock.