CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) Factsheet
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CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-11-04. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC N/A. FCF margin 42.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | N/A | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 42.2% | Strong cash generation |
FCF margin 42.2% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: CROWN CASTLE INC. earns N/A ROIC
ROIC TTM N/A. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | CCI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | N/A | Red flag | Below cost of capital |
Cash Flow: CROWN CASTLE INC. generates $1.7B FCF at 42.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $1.7B. FCF margin 42.2%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 2.4x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | CCI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 42.2% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.7B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 2.4x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet Analysis for CROWN CASTLE INC.
Total debt $17.8B, cash & investments $133.0M. Interest coverage 2.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | CCI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Cash Position | $-17.7B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 2.2x | Adequate | Monitor debt obligations |
Valuation: CROWN CASTLE INC. trades at 46.5x earnings
P/E 46.5x. EV/Sales 13.7x. FCF yield 4.5%. Dividend yield 4.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | CCI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 46.5x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 13.7x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 4.5% | Good | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 4.7% | Good | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: CROWN CASTLE INC. returns 7.7% shareholder yield, reducing shares 2.1% YoY
Total shareholder yield 7.7% (div 4.7% + buyback 2.8%). Share count -2.1% YoY. Capital returned $2.9B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | CCI | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 7.7% | Excellent | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 2.8% | Adequate | Active share repurchases |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -2.1% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $2.9B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 42.2% | Top 25% | 3.2x above |
| P/E Ratio | 46.5x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | CCI | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 42.2% | Excellent | Top 25% of sector (median: 13.2%) |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 46.5x | Adequate | High expectations priced in |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 4.5% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is CROWN CASTLE INC.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of N/A. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: What is CROWN CASTLE INC.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) has a free cash flow margin of 42.2%, generating $1.7 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: What is CROWN CASTLE INC.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) trades at a P/E ratio of 46.5x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 13.7x. FCF yield 4.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: Does CROWN CASTLE INC. pay a dividend?
CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) currently pays a dividend yield of 4.7%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 7.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: What is CROWN CASTLE INC.'s revenue and earnings growth?
CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) declined revenue by 5.3% year-over-year. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: Is CROWN CASTLE INC. buying back stock?
CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) repurchased $1.1 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 2.8%. Share count -2.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: How does CROWN CASTLE INC. compare to competitors in Real Estate?
Compared to other companies in Real Estate, CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) shows: FCF margin 42.2%, sector median 13.2% (Top 25%). These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Real Estate companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with CROWN CASTLE INC.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for CROWN CASTLE INC. (CCI) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-11-04. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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