Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1999 to 2025
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NXST EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
NXST Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.0% | 17.2% | 2.2% |
| 2024 | 58.9% | 23.5% | 13.4% |
| 2023 | 56.9% | 14.4% | 7.0% |
| 2022 | 61.5% | 25.2% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | 59.9% | 25.3% | 17.9% |
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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) Earnings Overview
As of May 7, 2026, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $109M, reflecting -86.0% year-over-year growth. The company earned $3.59 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 2.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, NXST's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -29.6%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $971M in fiscal 2022.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. maintains positive profitability with, operating margin of 17.2%, and net margin of 2.2%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including GTN (-$85M net income, -2.7% margin), SSP (-$164M net income, -7.6% margin), SBGI (-$112M net income, -3.5% margin), NXST has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare NXST vs GTN →
NXST Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
NXST Historical Earnings Data (1999–2025)
26 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $109M | -84.9% | $849M | $3.00 | 2.2% | 17.2% |
| 2024 | $722M | +108.7% | $1.27B | $21.41 | 13.4% | 23.5% |
| 2023 | $346M | -64.4% | $708M | $9.66 | 7.0% | 14.4% |
| 2022 | $971M | +16.4% | $1.31B | $24.16 | 18.6% | 25.2% |
| 2021 | $834M | +2.8% | $1.18B | $18.98 | 17.9% | 25.3% |
| 2020 | $812M | +252.4% | $1.38B | $17.37 | 18.0% | 30.6% |
| 2019 | $230M | -40.9% | $655M | $4.80 | 7.6% | 21.6% |
| 2018 | $389M | -18.0% | $758M | $8.21 | 14.1% | 27.4% |
| 2017 | $475M | +418.9% | $519M | $10.07 | 19.5% | 21.3% |
| 2016 | $92M | +17.8% | $287M | $2.89 | 8.3% | 26.0% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NXST stock.
Is NXST growing earnings?
NXST EPS fell to $3.59, with earnings declining -86.0%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -29.6%. TTM net income dropped to $109M.
What are NXST's profit margins?
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. net margin is +2.2%, with operating margin at +17.2%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are NXST's earnings?
NXST earnings data spans 1999-2025. The declining earnings trend is -86.0% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.