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Nexstar Media Group (NXST) Stock Price & Analysis

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NXST Stock Chart & Stats

$205.97-$3.77(-1.80%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$160$180$200Aug 17Aug 31Sep 14Sep 28Oct 12Oct 26Nov 9
Day’s Range
$205.09 - $211.50
52-Week Range
$153.17 - $254.30
Previous Close
$209.74
Volume
N/A
Average Volume (3M)
369.61K
Market Cap
$6.46B
Enterprise Value
$16.31B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
$446.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
$11.74B
Price to Earnings (P/E)
18.0
Beta
0.55
Next Earnings
Feb 25, 2027 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
15.74
Last Dividend Ex-Date
Nov 13, 2026
Dividend Yield
3.61%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Strong Cash Generation And Debt Reduction

Strong free cash flow gives Nexstar internal funding for debt reduction, programming and shareholder returns. The substantial repayment achieved during the first nine months improves financial resilience and can gradually reduce interest burden if sustained over subsequent quarters.

Recurring Distribution Growth

Distribution fees provide recurring contracted revenue that is less dependent on advertising cycles. Higher rates, growth in virtual and streaming subscribers, and successful multiyear renewals strengthen Nexstar's revenue base and support visibility across future periods.

Expanding Network Audience And Sports Reach

Growing CW viewership and record sports audiences expand the inventory Nexstar can monetize with advertisers and distributors. A broader sports slate and stronger audience engagement can improve the network's competitive relevance and support longer-term revenue development.

Bears Say

High Leverage And Interest Burden

High leverage limits financial flexibility and leaves earnings more sensitive to operating volatility and refinancing conditions. Elevated interest expense following the TEGNA acquisition absorbs cash that could otherwise fund investment, debt repayment or shareholder returns.

Sharp Profitability Compression

The steep decline in net margin indicates that recent revenue growth is converting into substantially less bottom-line profit than in prior periods. Persistently weaker profitability would reduce cash available for deleveraging and make the business more exposed to advertising or cost pressure.

TEGNA Integration Restrictions

Restrictions on TEGNA integration can delay operational coordination, synergies and management control over the acquired assets. Until the injunction is narrowed or dismissed, Nexstar may carry acquisition-related debt without fully realizing the efficiency and strategic benefits expected from the combination.

Nexstar Media Group News

NXST FAQ

What was Nexstar Media Group’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nexstar Media Group lowest stock price was $153.17 and its highest was $254.30 in the past 12 months.
What is Nexstar Media Group’s market cap?
Nexstar Media Group’s market cap is $6.46B.
When is Nexstar Media Group’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nexstar Media Group’s next earnings report is estimated for Feb 25, 2027 (not yet confirmed), which is in 104 days.
How were Nexstar Media Group’s earnings last quarter?
Nexstar Media Group released its earnings results on Nov 05, 2026. The company reported $8.275 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $8.083 by $0.192.
Is Nexstar Media Group overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nexstar Media Group’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Nexstar Media Group pay dividends?
Nexstar Media Group pays a quarterly dividend of $1.86 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.61%. See more information on Nexstar Media Group dividends here
What is Nexstar Media Group’s EPS estimate?
Nexstar Media Group’s EPS estimate is 15.74.
How many shares outstanding does Nexstar Media Group have?
Nexstar Media Group has 30,821,028 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nexstar Media Group’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nexstar Media Group reported an EPS of $8.275 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $8.083. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.54%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nexstar Media Group?
Hedge funds hold Nexstar Media Group shares: the largest hedge-fund position in Nexstar Media Group is 71,885,954 shares, and hedge funds increased their holdings by 311.7K shares last quarter.
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology