Crown Castle Inc

Crown Castle Inc

Crown Castle Inc (CCI) is a US-focused telecommunications infrastructure REIT that owns and operates cell towers, small cells and over 80,000 miles of fibre supporting mobile networks. With a market capitalisation around $42.96 billion, the business leases space and connectivity to wireless carriers under long-term contracts, generating relatively predictable, contract-backed cash flows. Its REIT structure prioritises distributions to shareholders, which can appeal to income-oriented investors, but dividend levels are not guaranteed. Key considerations include capital intensity and leverage used to fund network build-outs, sensitivity to interest rates, and competitive or regulatory changes that could affect demand for tower and fibre services. Crown Castle’s performance often correlates with 5G deployment and mobile data growth, while investors should balance potential for steady income with risks from macroeconomic shifts, rising financing costs and execution of expansion plans. This is general information and not personalised investment advice.

Why It's Moving

Crown Castle Inc

Analysts Eye +29% CCI Upside as Valuation Models Flag Deep Discounts Amid Tower Sector Momentum

Crown Castle shares have perked up recently, with intraday volume surging 36% above average during regular hours, signaling fresh investor interest in this tower infrastructure giant. Broader sector tailwinds in real estate investment trusts are amplifying focus on CCI's potential, as analysts and valuation models highlight substantial undervaluation relative to future cash flows.
Sentiment:
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  • Wall Street consensus leans 'moderate buy' with 13 of 20 analysts rating it buy or strong buy, driven by confidence in long-term infrastructure demand.
  • Discounted cash flow analysis pegs CCI at a 31.9% discount to intrinsic value around $126, suggesting the current price overlooks robust asset-backed cash flows.
  • Tower REIT sector gains are spotlighting CCI's role in income portfolios, with recent price action showing elevated trading volume and a 1.4% weekly uptick.

When is the next earnings date for Crown Castle Inc (CCI)?

Crown Castle's next earnings date is estimated for late April 2026, aligning with historical patterns around April 29-30. This report will cover the first quarter of 2026 (Q1 2026). Estimates vary slightly across sources, reflecting typical quarterly scheduling post the prior release.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts recommend buying Crown Castle Inc's stock with a target price of $113.06, indicating growth potential.

Above Average

Financial Health

Crown Castle Inc. is performing well with strong revenue, cash flow, and profit margins.

Above Average

Dividend

Crown Castle Inc's dividend yield of 5.25% is appealing for investors seeking income. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $52.50 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Stable cash flows

Long-term leases with carriers can deliver steady recurring revenue, though income is sensitive to interest rates and financing costs.

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5G & fibre demand

Growing 5G rollouts and data needs support demand for towers, small cells and fibre, but roll-out pace and competitive dynamics can affect returns.

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Income potential & risks

REIT distributions may appeal to income-focused investors, yet capital intensity, leverage and macro conditions introduce notable risks.

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