The cash element is worth $55bn, with the rest covered by Charter shares.
The
new company, which will also include Bright House networks, will be a
broadband services and technology company serving 23.9 million customers
in 41 states.
It aims to compete with US cable market leader Comcast.
US cable and internet companies are facing stiff competitive pressure and are trying to cut costs and attract new customers.
The deal values Time Warner Cable shares at $195.71.
In pre-market trading, Time Warner Cable's shares were up 11% at $190.5, while Charter Communications was up 3.2% at $181.a
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