Crown Castle Inc

Crown Castle Inc

CCI

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Market Cap$39.94B
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P/E RatioDividendsReturn on EquityPrice-to-SalesDebt-to-Equity
Crown Castle IncCrown Castle Inc37.74.64%-94%9.8-13

Earnings Call Q1 2026

April 22, 2026 - AI Summary

First Quarter Performance & Full Year Guidance: Crown Castle reported solid first quarter results, with organic growth of 3.1% excluding impacts from previous DISH contract terminations. The company maintained its full year 2026 outlook, projecting site rental revenues of approximately $3.9 billion, adjusted EBITDA of around $2.7 billion, and AFFO of approximately $1.9 billion. They anticipate a 3.5% organic growth rate, suggesting a resilient outlook despite the challenges presented by the ongoing transition post-DISH contract.
Completion of Fiber and Small Cell Sale: The sale of Crown Castle’s small cell and fiber businesses is expected to close in the first half of 2026, with all necessary approvals largely in place. The company plans to allocate approximately $1 billion for share repurchases and $7 billion for debt repayment post-transaction, resulting in a targeted leverage range of 6 to 6.5x, positioned to enhance shareholder value through reduced debt and increased stock buybacks.
DISH Contract Litigation: Crown Castle is aggressively pursuing legal action against DISH following its default on payment obligations. They believe they have a strong legal case and have amended existing litigation to include claims for breach of contract. The potential outcome could significantly impact the company's balance sheet and future cash flows, but any resolution is not expected for at least a year, representing a legal risk and challenge.

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Target Price by Analysts

2.7% upsideCrown Castle Target Price DetailsTarget Price
$9.89

Current Fair Value

88.8% downside

Overvalued by 88.8% based on the discounted cash flow analysis.

Share Statistics

Market cap$39.94 Billion
Enterprise Value$64.76 Billion
Dividend Yield$4.25 (4.64%)
Earnings per Share$1.02
Beta0.95
Outstanding Shares436,000,000

Return

Return on Equity-93.70%ROE
Return on Assets5.73%
Return on Invested Capital6.87%

Valuation & Multiples

P/E Ratio37.67P/E Ratio
PEG-28.42PEG
Price to Sales9.85Price to Sales
Price to Book Ratio-17.72Price to Book Ratio
Enterprise Value to Revenue15.37
Enterprise Value to EBIT35.35
Enterprise Value to Net Income35
Total Debt to Enterprise0.38
Debt to Equity-12.96Debt to Equity

Revenue Sources

No data

Insider Trades

Last Earnings Call

Report Date
April 29, 2026
EPS Estimate
$0.38
Average shareholder expectation
Revenue Estimate
$994.84 M
Average shareholder expectation

Next Earnings Call

Expected Date
July 22, 2026
EPS Estimate
$0.40
Average shareholder expectation
Revenue Estimate
$995.97 M
Average shareholder expectation

Institutional Put/Call Ratio

Market sentiment based on institutional option activity.

Put/Call Ratio0.6018 12.38%
Total Calls1,231,500 32.59%
Total Puts741,100 15.13%

Institutional Ownership

Holdings and activity of institutional investors.

Ownership %96.47% 0.88%
Total Invested$34.11B 9.35%
Investors Holding978 78.00%

ESG Score

No data

About Crown Castle International Corp

CEO: Jay Brown

Relevant Senate Committees

Joint Committee on Taxation

This committee's non-partisan analysis and 'revenue estimates' are crucial for all tax legislation. As a REIT, Crown Castle's financial structure is significantly influenced by tax law, and this committee's work directly shapes the fiscal environment in which CCI operates.

Finance

This committee's control over taxation (corporate tax rates, REIT-specific tax rules) directly impacts Crown Castle's profitability, valuation, and overall financial structure. Major changes in tax policy could have a profound effect on the company's financial performance.

Appropriations

This committee allocates discretionary federal spending. Decisions on funding for broadband expansion, infrastructure projects, or public safety networks directly impact potential revenue streams, government contracts, or subsidies relevant to Crown Castle's business.

Judiciary

This committee's oversight of antitrust laws is highly relevant. Potential mergers, acquisitions, or competitive practices within the telecommunications infrastructure sector could come under its scrutiny, directly impacting Crown Castle's growth strategy and market position.

Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs

As a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), Crown Castle is directly impacted by regulations affecting financial markets (SEC oversight) and real estate markets. This committee's purview over banking, housing, and urban development policies has direct relevance to CCI's financing, investment environment, and local development contexts.

Commerce, Science, and Transportation

This committee has direct and significant oversight over the telecommunications industry via the FCC, which regulates spectrum, tower siting, and infrastructure deployment. Its jurisdiction over interstate commerce directly impacts Crown Castle's core business.

Environment and Public Works

Crown Castle's business involves significant physical infrastructure construction (towers, fiber). This committee's oversight of the EPA impacts environmental permitting, and its role in federal highway programs directly relates to rights-of-way for fiber deployment, all of which critically affect CCI's operations and expansion.