Charter Communications (CHTR) sees Liberty Broadband unwind stake in merger deal

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR) is the subject of an amended Schedule 13D filing in which Liberty Broadband Corporation reports that, as of August 19, 2026, it beneficially owns zero shares of Charter Class A common stock, representing 0.00% of the outstanding class. This amendment is identified as Liberty Broadband’s final and exit filing, as it has ceased to be a beneficial owner of more than five percent of the shares. The filing explains that, upon completion of a Merger Agreement and related Combination on August 19, 2026, Liberty Broadband disposed of all Charter shares it beneficially owned and is no longer subject to a prior Stockholders Agreement.

The filing also notes that Liberty Broadband sold shares of Charter common stock back to Charter on July 14, 2026 and August 13, 2026 for cash consideration per share, as part of its recent transactions prior to the merger-related disposition.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned after transactions: 0 shares of Common Stock Percent of class beneficially owned: 0.00% Shares sold July 14, 2026: 129,907 shares +4 more

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Shares beneficially owned after transactions 0 shares of Common Stock As of August 19, 2026, Liberty Broadband’s reported beneficial ownership in Charter

Percent of class beneficially owned 0.00% Liberty Broadband’s reported ownership of Charter Class A common stock after the Combination

Shares sold July 14, 2026 129,907 shares Sold by Liberty Broadband to Charter for cash

Price per share on July 14, 2026 sale $135.88 per share Cash consideration paid by Charter for 129,907 shares

Shares sold August 13, 2026 9,900 shares Sold by Liberty Broadband to Charter for cash

Price per share on August 13, 2026 sale $133.86 per share Cash consideration paid by Charter for 9,900 shares

Date Liberty Broadband ceased to be >5% owner August 19, 2026 In connection with completion of the Merger Agreement and Combination

Key Terms

Schedule 13D, beneficial owner, Merger Agreement, Combination, +1 more

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Schedule 13D regulatory

"This statement on /A relates to the Class A common stock"

A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.

beneficial owner regulatory

"ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent"

A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.

Merger Agreement regulatory

"transactions contemplated by Merger Agreement, including the Combination"

A merger agreement is a binding contract that lays out the exact terms for two companies to combine, including the price, what each side will deliver, and the conditions that must be met before the deal is completed. Investors care because it sets the timetable, payouts and risks — like a blueprint or prenup that shows whether the deal is likely to close, how ownership will change, and what could cancel or alter the payout they expect.

Combination financial

"including the Combination, were completed and, in connection with the completion"

Stockholders Agreement regulatory

"the Reporting Person was no longer subject to the Stockholders Agreement"

FAQ

What does this Schedule 13D/A filing mean for Charter Communications (CHTR)?

The filing reports that Liberty Broadband Corporation now beneficially owns zero shares of Charter Class A common stock, or 0.00% of the class, and has filed this as its final, exit Schedule 13D after disposing of all shares in connection with a merger-related Combination.

When did Liberty Broadband cease to be a 5% beneficial owner of CHTR?

Liberty Broadband states that on August 19, 2026, in connection with the completion of a Merger Agreement and related Combination, it disposed of all Charter common shares it beneficially owned and therefore ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the outstanding class.

How many Charter (CHTR) shares does Liberty Broadband own after this amendment?

Liberty Broadband reports that, as of August 19, 2026, it beneficially owns zero shares of Charter Class A common stock and has 0.00% beneficial ownership of that class, with no sole or shared voting or dispositive power.

What recent share sales involving Charter (CHTR) and Liberty Broadband are disclosed?

The filing states Liberty Broadband sold 129,907 shares of Charter common stock to Charter on July 14, 2026 for $135.88 per share in cash and 9,900 shares on August 13, 2026 for $133.86 per share in cash.

Why is this Schedule 13D/A called an exit filing for Charter (CHTR)?

It is described as an exit filing because Liberty Broadband has disposed of all Charter common shares it beneficially owned, reports ownership of 0.00% of the class, and therefore no longer qualifies as a beneficial owner of more than five percent requiring ongoing Schedule 13D amendments.

What agreements affecting Liberty Broadband and Charter (CHTR) changed with the Combination?

Liberty Broadband states that, as a result of the Combination completed on August 19, 2026 under the Merger Agreement, it disposed of all Charter shares and, on the closing date, it was no longer subject to the Stockholders Agreement relating to Charter.

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13D

Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

(Amendment No. 14)

Charter Communications, Inc.

(Name of Issuer)

Class A Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share

(Title of Class of Securities)

16119P108

(CUSIP Number)

Jessica M. Fischer
400 Washington Blvd.,
Stamford, CT, 06902
(203) 905-7801

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)

08/19/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)

If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).

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SCHEDULE 13D

CUSIP Number(s): 16119P108

1

Name of reporting person

Liberty Broadband Corporation

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (See Instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

SEC use only

4

Source of funds (See Instructions)

OO

5

Check if disclosure of legal proceedings is required pursuant to Items 2(d) or 2(e)

6

Citizenship or place of organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

7	Sole Voting Power 0.00
8	Shared Voting Power 0.00
9	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
10	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

11

Aggregate amount beneficially owned by each reporting person

0.00

12

Check if the aggregate amount in Row (11) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

13

Percent of class represented by amount in Row (11)

0.00 %

14

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

CO

SCHEDULE 13D

Item 1.	Security and Issuer
(a)	Title of Class of Securities: Class A Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share
(b)	Name of Issuer: Charter Communications, Inc.
(c)	Address of Issuer's Principal Executive Offices: 400 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CONNECTICUT , 06902.
Item 1 Comment: This statement on Schedule 13D/A relates to the Class A common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the "Common Stock"), of Charter Communications, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the "Issuer" or "Charter"). The statement on Schedule 13D originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") by Liberty Broadband Corporation, a Delaware corporation ("Liberty Broadband" or the "Reporting Person"), on November 13, 2014, as amended by Amendment No. 1 filed with the SEC on April 6, 2015, Amendment No. 2 filed with the SEC on June 1, 2015, Amendment No. 3 filed with the SEC on May 26, 2016, Amendment No. 4 filed with the SEC on December 30, 2016, Amendment No. 5 filed with the SEC on December 29, 2017, Amendment No. 6 filed with the SEC on March 4, 2020, Amendment No. 7 filed with the SEC on August 7, 2020, Amendment No. 8 filed with the SEC on December 23, 2020, Amendment No. 9 filed with the SEC on February 24, 2021, Amendment No. 10 filed with the SEC on September 23, 2024, Amendment No. 11 filed with the SEC on November 14, 2024, Amendment No. 12 filed with the SEC on May 19, 2025 and Amendment No. 13 filed with the SEC on March 9, 2026 (together, the "Schedule 13D"), is hereby further amended and supplemented to include the information set forth herein. This amended statement on Schedule 13D/A constitutes Amendment No. 14 to the Schedule 13D (this "Amendment," and together with the Schedule 13D, this "Statement"). Capitalized terms used but not defined herein have the meanings given to such terms in the Schedule 13D. Except as set forth herein, the Schedule 13D is unmodified. This Amendment is being filed to disclose that the Reporting Person ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the outstanding shares of Common Stock. This Amendment is the final amendment to the Schedule 13D and an exit filing for the Reporting Person.
Item 4.	Purpose of Transaction
	The information contained in Item 4 of the Schedule 13D is hereby amended and supplemented by adding the following information: On August 19, 2026, the transactions contemplated by Merger Agreement, including the Combination, were completed and, in connection with the completion of the Merger, the Reporting Person disposed of all of the shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by the Reporting Person and ceased to be the beneficial owner of any shares of Common Stock. Further, as a result of the Combination, on the closing date of the Combination, the Reporting Person was no longer subject to the Stockholders Agreement.
Item 5.	Interest in Securities of the Issuer
(a)	As of August 19, 2026, the Reporting Person beneficially owns zero shares of Common Stock.
(b)	As of August 19, 2026, the Reporting Person beneficially owns zero shares of Common Stock.
(c)	On August 13, 2026, the Reporting Person sold 9,900 shares of Common Stock to the Issuer for $133.86 per share in cash. On July 14, 2026, the Reporting Person sold 129,907 shares of Common Stock to the Issuer for $135.88 per share in cash. Other than as disclosed in this Statement, no transactions were effected by the Reporting Person, or, to the knowledge of the Reporting Person, with respect to the Common Stock in the past sixty days.
(e)	On August 19, 2026, in connection with the Merger, the Reporting Person ceased to be the beneficial owner of more than five percent of the outstanding shares of Common Stock.
Item 6.	Contracts, Arrangements, Understandings or Relationships With Respect to Securities of the Issuer
	The information contained in Item 4 of this Amendment is incorporated by reference into this Item.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

Liberty Broadband Corporation

Signature:	/s/ Jessica M. Fischer
Name/Title:	Jessica M. Fischer / Chief Financial Officer
Date:	08/21/2026