Spectrum Down 233K Broadband Subscribers, Announces ‘New Operating Model’ to Address Losses
Optimum also reported results amidst high-stakes negotiations to avoid bankruptcy
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2026 – Spectrum lost 233,000 broadband subscribers in the third quarter, worse than the same time last year.
Those are losses across both the company's legacy Charter footprint and newly acquired Cox footprint. Charter closed its acquisition of Cox in August, and is selling service throughout the combined footprint under Charter’s Spectrum brand.
