Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) P/E Ratio History
ExpensiveTrading at 54.7x vs 5Y avg 14.0x · 95th percentile · Material premium to history · Data 2011–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 22, 2026, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 54.7x, with a stock price of $164.01 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $5.29.
The current P/E is 289% above its 5-year average of 14.0x. Over the past five years, NXST's P/E has ranged from a low of 6.7x to a high of 69.3x, placing the current valuation at the 95th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Communication Services sector median P/E of 15.3x, NXST trades at a 257% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 110 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 161.0x.
Relative to the broader market, NXST commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.3x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our NXST DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
NXST Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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NXST P/E vs Peers
Broadcast and Local TV Stations peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3B | 14.9 | - | -62% | |
| $20B | 9.2 | 0.39 | +57% | |
| $22B | 10.0 | 0.43 | +57% | |
| $68B | 92.9 | - | +106%Best | |
| $81B | 4.1 | 0.22 | +30% | |
| $16B | 3.5Lowest | 0.19Best | +4% | |
| $154B | 7.3 | - | +104% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
NXST Historical P/E Data (2011–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $180.83 | $4.65 | 38.9x | +56% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $203.05 | $2.93 | 69.3x | +178% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $197.74 | $16.13 | 12.3x | -51% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $172.95 | $19.75 | 8.8x | -65% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $179.22 | $20.23 | 8.9x | -64% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $157.97 | $22.02 | 7.2x | -71% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $165.35 | $17.82 | 9.3x | -63% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $166.01 | $12.77 | 13.0x | -48% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $172.29 | $11.87 | 14.5x | -42% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $156.75 | $9.67 | 16.2x | -35% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $143.37 | $11.62 | 12.3x | -51% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $166.55 | $18.22 | 9.1x | -63% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $172.66 | $21.13 | 8.2x | -67% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $175.03 | $24.17 | 7.2x | -71% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $166.85 | $25.05 | 6.7x | -73% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $162.88 | $21.64 | 7.5x | -70% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $188.48 | $20.60 | 9.1x | -63% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $150.98 | $19.02 | 7.9x | -68% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $151.96 | $20.80 | 7.3x | -71% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $147.88 | $20.98 | 7.0x | -72% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $140.43 | $18.60 | 7.5x | -70% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $109.19 | $17.48 | 6.2x | -75% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $89.93 | $11.87 | 7.6x | -70% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $83.69 | $7.66 | 10.9x | -56% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $57.73 | $6.95 | 8.3x | -67% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $117.25 | $4.80 | 24.4x | -2% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $102.31 | $5.66 | 18.1x | -28% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $101.00 | $7.91 | 12.8x | -49% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $108.37 | $8.35 | 13.0x | -48% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $78.64 | $8.21 | 9.6x | -62% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $81.40 | $12.96 | 6.3x | -75% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $73.40 | $11.82 | 6.2x | -75% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $66.50 | $10.87 | 6.1x | -75% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $78.20 | $9.99 | 7.8x | -69% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $62.30 | $2.66 | 23.4x | -6% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $59.80 | $2.46 | 24.3x | -3% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $70.15 | $2.33 | 30.1x | +21% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $63.30 | $2.89 | 21.9x | -12% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $57.71 | $3.11 | 18.6x | -26% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $47.58 | $2.87 | 16.6x | -34% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $44.27 | $2.72 | 16.3x | -35% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $58.70 | $2.43 | 24.2x | -3% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $47.35 | $2.53 | 18.7x | -25% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $56.00 | $2.47 | 22.7x | -9% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $57.22 | $2.18 | 26.2x | +5% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $51.79 | $2.01 | 25.8x | +3% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $40.42 | $0.64 | 63.2x | +153% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $51.61 | $0.27 | 191.1x | +666% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $37.52 | $0.13 | 288.6x | +1057% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $44.51 | $5.49 | 8.1x | -68% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $35.46 | $5.69 | 6.2x | -75% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $18.00 | $5.78 | 3.1x | -88% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $10.59 | $5.86 | 1.8x | -93% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $10.62 | $0.81 | 13.1x | -47% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $6.74 | $0.28 | 24.1x | -4% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $8.21 | $0.08 | 103.7x | +315% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 25.0x
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NXST — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NXST stock.
What is NXST's P/E ratio?
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 54.7x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $5.29. The 5-year average P/E is 14.0x and the historical range spans 6.7x to 69.3x.
Is NXST stock overvalued or undervalued?
NXST trades at 54.7x P/E, above its 5-year average of 14.0x. The 95th percentile ranking within the 6.7x–69.3x historical range indicates a premium to historical valuation.
Is NXST stock expensive?
Yes, NXST is expensive relative to its own history. The current P/E of 54.7x is above the 5-year average of 14.0x and also above the Communication Services sector median of 15.3x. The stock sits at the 95th percentile of its 5-year valuation range.
What is NXST's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, NXST's P/E ratio has ranged from 6.7x to 69.3x, with a median of 9.1x and an average of 14.0x. The current P/E of 54.7x places the stock at the 95th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2011–2026.
How does NXST's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
NXST trades at 54.7x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.3x. The 125% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does NXST's valuation compare to Communication Services peers?
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. P/E of 54.7x compares to the Communication Services sector median of 15.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is NXST's PEG ratio?
NXST PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 54.7x and EPS growth of -86.0%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is NXST's earnings yield?
NXST earnings yield is 1.83%, the inverse of its 54.7x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.