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Nexstar Media GroupNXST -0.99%84 EV-to-EBIT is 31.12 as of Jul. 31, 2026, which is 158% above its 10-year median of 12.05. GuruFocus rates NXST with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $232.20 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 643 Media - Diversified companies, Nexstar Media Group ranks worse than 82.27% on this metric.
Nexstar Media Group (NAS:NXST) EV-to-EBIT Explanation
This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.
Nexstar Media Group's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $17,347 Mil.
Nexstar Media Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $567 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBIT Related Terms
Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBIT Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBIT can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Broadcasting subindustry, Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBIT vs Media - Diversified Industry
For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Nexstar Media Group's current Enterprise Value is $17,644 Mil.
Nexstar Media Group's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $567 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Nexstar Media Group (NXST) has a EV-to-EBIT of 31.12 as of Jul. 31, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Nexstar Media Group and its competitors. This is 158% above median its historical median of 12.05. Over the past decade, Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.94 to 32.06. According to the industry distribution chart, Nexstar Media Group ranks #529 out of 643 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 82.3%.
Is Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Nexstar Media Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 31.12 is 158% above median its 10-year median of 12.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.94 to a high of 32.06. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.60. Nexstar Media Group's value of 31.12 is 193.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nexstar Media Group ranks #529 out of 643 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Nexstar Media Group has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBIT compare to SBGI and NMAX?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Nexstar Media Group ranks #529 out of 643 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Nexstar Media Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 10.60. Nexstar Media Group's value of 31.12 is 193.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Nexstar Media Group's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 7.94 to 32.06 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.05 vs. the industry median of 10.60, Nexstar Media Group has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Media - Diversified companies is 10.60, based on 643 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Nexstar Media Group's current EV-to-EBIT of 31.12 is 193.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Nexstar Media Group and its competitors. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 10.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nexstar Media Group's current EV-to-EBIT is 31.12, which is 158% above median its own 10-year median of 12.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nexstar Media Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nexstar Media Group (NXST) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $232.20, compared to a current price of $190.53 — trading 17.9% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 31.12, which is 158% above median its 10-year median of 12.05 and 193.6% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 10.60. Nexstar Media Group's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Nexstar Media Group (NXST), the current EV-to-EBIT is 31.12 as of Jul. 31, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Nexstar Media Group (NXST) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nexstar Media Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $190.53 is trading 17.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $232.20.
GuruFocus considers Nexstar Media Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for NXST:
EV-to-EBIT: 31.12 (158% above median its 10-year median of 12.05)
GF Value™: $232.20 vs. price of $190.53 (17.9% below fair value)
Industry Position: 193.6% above the Media - Diversified median (#529 of 643)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NXST stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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. Assuming its merger with Tegna is affirmed Nexstar's station total would exceed 259 and reach 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.
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