Nexstar is the largest television station owner-operator in the United States with over 200 stations in 116 markets, reaching 220 million people. Of its 200 stations, 155 are affiliated with the four national broadcast networks: CBS, Fox, NBC, and ABC. Pending approval, Nexstar's merger with Tegna would bring Nexstar's station total to 259 in 133 markets, reaching 80% of the US population. Nexstar also owns NewsNation (formerly WGN), a cable news network, 75% of the fifth national broadcaster, the CW, and a 31% stake in Food Network and Cooking Channel.
Quick Stats
Jan 30, 202650.3
AI Score
HOLD1.55
Volume Ratio
Feb 26, 2026
Next Earnings
15
+ve Days (30d)
15
-ve Days (30d)
NXST Stock Summary
Last updated Jan 30, 2026
NXST is currently trading at $212.38, positioned above its 200-day moving average of $188.94, indicating a long-term uptrend. The stock has a 52-week range of $141.66 to $223.36.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $202.41, which is below the current price, signaling bullish near-term momentum. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 54.978, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is 0.033, which is positive, indicating accumulation by institutional investors. Our AI-powered investment score rates NXST at 50.3/100 with a HOLD recommendation.
NXST (Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock) Indicators
Last updated Jan 30, 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| RSI(14) | 54.978 |
| CMF (20) | 0.033 |
| ROC (10) | -2.707 |
| ADX (14) | 14.413 |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| MACD (12,26,9) | 2.081 |
| AROONOSC (14) | 14.286 |
| WILLAMS %R (14) | -47.819 |
| MFI (14) | 58.048 |
NXST Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
Select indicators above to analyze technical patterns
Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
NXST Price vs Max Options Open Interest
NXST Max Change In Options Open Interest
NXST Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
NXST Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
NXST Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
NXST Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock is above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bullish.
NXST Moving Averages Analysis
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock has been above 50 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 50 day sma was on Jan 30, 2026
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock has been above 200 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 200 day sma was on Jan 30, 2026
NXST (Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated Jan 30, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 211.68 |
| 20 | 210.55 |
| 30 | 208.23 |
| 50 | 202.41 |
| 100 | 199.45 |
| 200 | 188.94 |
NXST Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 8.3056 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 13.2655 |
| Market Cap ($) | 6.4 billion |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 16.01 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.1005 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | 7.27 |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 12.2303 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 25.293 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 230.5 |
| Most Recent Quarter |