CCI · 8-K · 20261021PR000085

Capital Return Program

CROWN CASTLE INC. · 2026-10-21 · Importance 69 · Surprise 64

The company spent $1.043 billion on common-stock purchases in the first nine months of 2026, compared with $23 million in 2025. Dividends and distributions paid on common stock were $1.384 billion, down from $1.615 billion in the prior-year period. The September 30, 2026 balance sheet showed 11 million treasury shares, compared with none at December 31, 2025.

Key facts

• For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, Crown Castle repurchased $1,043 million of common stock, compared with $23 million in 2025. source
• At September 30, 2026, Crown Castle had 437 million common shares issued and 426 million outstanding; at December 31, 2025, 435 million shares were issued and outstanding. source
• At September 30, 2026, Crown Castle held 11 million treasury shares at cost, compared with zero shares at December 31, 2025. source