Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) Stock Forecast
Data as of Jul 31, 2026Communication Services · Current price $189.62 (-1.45%)
Price Target Range
Consensus Price Target Over Time
Analyst Rating Distribution
Last 3 Months
6-Month Trend
Latest Analyst Forecasts
Price targets issued by Wall Street analysts. Upside calculated against today's price.
| Date | Analyst | Firm | Price Target | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 2026 | Benjamin Soff | Deutsche Bank | $250.00 | +31.8% |
| Oct 4, 2024 | Curry Baker | Guggenheim | $198.00 | +4.4% |
| Aug 26, 2024 | Jason Bazinet | Citigroup | $186.00 | -1.9% |
| May 17, 2024 | Bryan Kraft | Deutsche Bank | $207.00 | +9.2% |
| May 13, 2024 | Steven Cahalll | Wells Fargo | $221.00 | +16.5% |
| Mar 13, 2024 | Barton Crockett | Rosenblatt Securities | $213.00 | +12.3% |
| Dec 20, 2023 | Jason Bazinet | Citigroup | $158.00 | -16.7% |
| Nov 17, 2023 | Barton Crockett | Rosenblatt Securities | $230.00 | +21.3% |
| Nov 13, 2022 | Barrington Barrington | Barrington | $200.00 | +5.5% |
| Sep 14, 2022 | Barton Crockett | Rosenblatt Securities | $246.00 | +29.7% |
Top Analysts Covering NXST
NXST vs Sector & Market
| Metric | NXST | Communication Services Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 2.10 | 2.52 | 2.42 |
| Analyst Count | 10 | 9 | 19 |
| Target Upside | +36.0% | +181.8% | +18.0% |
| P/E Ratio | 40.78 | 4.60 | 43.33 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | $1.33B | $1.35B | $1.37B | 2 |
| 2026-12-31 | $1.49B | $1.51B | $1.53B | 3 |
| 2027-03-31 | $1.22B | $1.24B | $1.26B | 3 |
| 2027-06-30 | $1.22B | $1.24B | $1.25B | 2 |
| 2027-09-30 | $1.20B | $1.22B | $1.24B | 2 |
| 2027-12-31 | $1.27B | $1.29B | $1.31B | 3 |
| 2028-12-31 | $5.49B | $5.52B | $5.55B | 6 |
| 2029-12-31 | $5.21B | $5.39B | $5.51B | 5 |
EPS Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | $6.07 | $6.18 | $6.30 | 1 |
| 2026-12-31 | $9.42 | $9.61 | $9.78 | 1 |
| 2027-03-31 | $4.42 | $4.51 | $4.59 | 1 |
| 2027-06-30 | $4.46 | $4.55 | $4.63 | 1 |
| 2027-09-30 | $3.35 | $3.41 | $3.47 | 1 |
| 2027-12-31 | $4.83 | $4.92 | $5.01 | 1 |
| 2028-12-31 | $22.75 | $29.76 | $32.72 | 5 |
| 2029-12-31 | $14.57 | $15.24 | $15.68 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the analyst consensus for NXST?
The consensus among 10 analysts covering Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) is Buy with an average price target of $250.00.
What is the highest price target for NXST?
The highest price target for NXST is $250.00, set by Benjamin Soff at Deutsche Bank on 2026-02-10.
What is the lowest price target for NXST?
The lowest price target for NXST is $158.00, set by Jason Bazinet at Citigroup on 2023-12-20.
How many analysts cover NXST?
10 analysts have issued ratings for Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in the past 12 months.
Is NXST a buy or sell right now?
Based on 10 analyst ratings, NXST has a consensus rating of Buy (2.10/5) with a +36.0% upside to the consensus target of $250.00.
What are the earnings estimates for NXST?
Analysts estimate NXST will report EPS of $6.18 for the period ending 2026-09-30, with revenue estimated at $1.35B.
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