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4.5
Weak

NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. (NXST)

Communication Services / Broadcasting

S&P MidCap 400

$179.20

Below average on several measures. Research carefully.

Weak

Score based on 4 of 5 models — moderate confidence

#714out of 1127 in Communication Services

Is NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. a Good Investment in 2026?

NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. (NXST) scores 4.5 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Piotroski model rates NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. as Attractive (5/9). However, the Lynch model rates it Caution. NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. currently trades above its estimated fair value of $119, suggesting limited upside at current prices. NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. ranks #714 out of 1127 stocks in the Communication Services sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E50.5ROE5.0Div Yield3.5

Estimated Fair Value

$119.4350% above

Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 50x implies high growth expectations. rapid eps growth (16024%) partially justifies the premium.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

5/9

Buffett

Caution

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Caution

Growth rate vs price (PEG)

Greenblatt

Attractive

Top 25% (rank 24%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. (NXST) a good investment?
Based on AlphaStocks' composite analysis, NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. (NXST) scores 4.5 out of 10, earning a Weak rating. This score is below average, suggesting caution. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 50x implies high growth expectations. rapid eps growth (16024%) partially justifies the premium.
What is NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.'s Piotroski F-Score?
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.'s Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 5/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is NXST overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $119, NXST appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 50% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 50x implies high growth expectations. rapid eps growth (16024%) partially justifies the premium.
How does NXST compare to other Communication Services stocks?
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. ranks #714 out of 1127 stocks in the Communication Services sector, placing it in the top 63% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about NXST?
AlphaStocks evaluates NXST using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Caution; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Caution; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Attractive. These models are combined into a single composite score of 4.5/10.

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