Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · Communication Services · Broadcasting
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$251.22
+$5.06 (+2.06%) 4:00 PM ET
Prev closePrevC$246.16
OpenOpen$245.98
Day highHigh$252.37
Day lowLow$240.35
VolumeVol448,858
Avg volAvgVol395,139
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Mkt cap
$7.61B
P/E ratio
15.68
FY Revenue
$5.15B
EPS
16.02
Gross Margin
56.72%
Sector
Communication Services
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BULLISH
NXST
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
NXST is trading near its 52-week high with strong recent price momentum and bullish technical signals, but momentum indicators are entering overbought territory. Fundamentally, the company combines high margins and substantial free cash flow generation with recent declines in revenue, earnings, and operating cash flow. Valuation multiples appear moderate relative to cash generation, while elevated leverage and notable short interest highlight ongoing risk considerations.
AI summarized at 5:05 PM ET, 2026-03-01
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INTRADAY:68SWING:74LONG:71
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+27% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.27×
RSI
67.90(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.05 (Strong)
MACD: 0.10 Signal: 0.05
Short-Term
+0.20 (Strong)
MACD: 6.77 Signal: 6.57
Long-Term
+0.54 (Strong)
MACD: 11.12 Signal: 10.58
Intraday trend score
90.28
LOW69.28HIGH90.28
Latest news
NXST•12 articles•Positive: 5Neutral: 2Negative: 2
PositiveBenzinga• Mohd Haider
'Get That Deal Done:' Trump Backs Nexstar's Acquisition Of Tegna After November Opposition
President Trump endorsed Nexstar Media Group's $6.2 billion acquisition of Tegna Inc., reversing his November opposition to the deal. The combined entity would reach roughly 80% of U.S. households, though the FCC must lift its 39% household reach cap for the deal to proceed. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
Trump's endorsement of the Tegna acquisition removes a significant political obstacle. The deal would expand Nexstar's reach to 80% of U.S. households, creating a major media consolidation that the company has been pursuing since August 2025.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Jonathan Ponciano
What Investors Should Know About This $6 Million Sale of a Media Stock Up 41% in One Year
Capital Management Corp sold 29,799 shares of Nexstar Media Group (NXST) worth approximately $5.82 million in Q4, reducing its position while maintaining it as a top-five holding. Despite strong 41% year-over-year stock performance, Nexstar faces near-term headwinds from a non-election year and declining political advertising revenue, though the company maintains solid free cash flow and positions itself for future election cycle upside.
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Sentiment note
While the stock has delivered strong 41% returns over the past year, the article presents a balanced view. The company faces near-term headwinds from declining political advertising in a non-election year and reported a 12% YoY revenue decline. However, solid free cash flow generation, valuable local media assets, and future election cycle upside support the fund's continued confidence despite trimming the position. The institutional selling suggests valuation concerns relative to fundamentals rather than loss of conviction.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
TEGNA Shareholders Approve Merger Agreement with Nexstar Media Group
TEGNA shareholders voted to approve a merger with Nexstar Media Group, with approximately 98% of voted shares supporting the deal. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, pending regulatory approvals.
Successfully securing shareholder approval for the merger indicates a strategic expansion of their media portfolio
NegativeBenzinga• Chris Katje
Trump Ally Vs. Trump Admin: Newsmax CEO Speaks Out About TV Merger That May Have Influenced Jimmy Kimmel Suspension
Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy opposes a potential merger between Nexstar and Tegna, arguing that it could reduce media competition and give too much power to broadcast networks. The merger requires changing an FCC rule limiting TV station ownership to 39% of U.S. households.
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Sentiment note
Facing opposition to merger from Newsmax CEO and potential regulatory challenges
North American Streaming Video Tracker Report, August 2025 Edition Featuring Roku, Howdy, Fox, Apple, ESPN, NFL, WWE, Nexstar, Tegna
The August 2025 Streaming Video Tracker report highlights emerging trends in North American OTT services, featuring new streaming launches, strategic partnerships, and the growing use of generative AI in entertainment.
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Sentiment note
Announced $6.2B merger with Tegna, indicating strategic growth
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• National Association Of Broadcasters
NAB Show New York Returns Oct. 22–23 with Top-Tier Speakers, Fresh Programming and Future-focused Trends
NAB Show New York will take place on October 22-23, 2025, featuring keynote sessions on sports media strategy, creator economy, and the future of journalism. The event will explore emerging trends in AI, content creation, and media technologies.
Nexstar Media Group reported a decline in Q1 revenue, but raised its dividend by 10% and repurchased $75 million in shares. The company's stock soared despite the revenue drop, as it focuses on renewing distribution contracts, improving profitability at The CW, and pursuing deregulation.
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Sentiment note
Nexstar raised its dividend and repurchased shares despite a revenue decline, indicating confidence in the company's future performance. The stock price also soared, suggesting investor optimism.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• David Jagielski
3 Dividend Stocks That Have Already Raised Their Payouts in 2025
Several major companies, including Meta Platforms, Comcast, and Nexstar Media Group, have recently announced sizable dividend increases, providing income investors with attractive options despite the current economic environment.
Nexstar Media Group announced a 10% dividend increase, the largest among the companies mentioned. With a current yield of around 5% and a modest payout ratio, Nexstar appears to be a compelling option for income investors seeking a safe, high-yielding investment.
NegativeBenzinga• Zacks
Is the Options Market Predicting a Spike in Nexstar Media Stock?
The options market is suggesting a big move in Nexstar Media stock, but the fundamental outlook for the company is negative, with analysts lowering earnings estimates over the past 60 days.
The article states that Nexstar Media is a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) in the Broadcast Radio and Television industry, and over the last 60 days, one analyst has dropped the earnings estimates for the current quarter, leading to a decrease in the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
UnknownZacks Investment Research• Zacks Equity Research
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UnknownZacks Investment Research• Zacks Equity Research
Stock Market News for May 17, 2024
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