Charter Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) has agreed to a $25M settlement with the SEC for violations related to stock buyback accounting controls. From 2017 to 2021, Charter used 'accordion' provisions in their buyback plans, allowing changes in buyback amounts and timing, which did not comply with SEC Rule 10b5-1. The SEC found Charter's actions resulted from inadequate internal accounting controls, violating Section 13(b)(2)(B) of the Exchange Act. Charter has accepted the cease-and-desist order and fine without admitting or denying the findings. The company's shares dropped 2.03% in premarket trading.