NXST (Nexstar Media Group) EV-to-EBITDA: 13.16 (As of Aug. 02, 2026) — 81% Above Median

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NXST Nexstar Media Group Inc NXST
84 GF Score
Price $190.41
GF Value $232.55
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBITDA?

Nexstar Media Group NXST -0.99% 84 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.16 as of Aug. 02, 2026, which is 81% above its 10-year median of 7.29. GuruFocus rates NXST with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of $232.55 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 748 Media - Diversified companies, Nexstar Media Group ranks worse than 70.86% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Nexstar Media Group's enterprise value is $17,640 Mil. Nexstar Media Group's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,340 Mil. Therefore, Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.16.

The historical rank and industry rank for Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

NXST' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 5.04   Med: 7.29   Max: 14.73
Current: 13.16

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Nexstar Media Group was 14.73. The lowest was 5.04. And the median was 7.29.

NXST's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
70.86% of 748 companies
in the Media - Diversified industry
Industry Median: 7.275 vs NXST: 13.16

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-02), Nexstar Media Group's stock price is $190.41. Nexstar Media Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $4.660. Therefore, Nexstar Media Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 40.86.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Nexstar Media Group  (NAS:NXST) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Nexstar Media Group's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=190.41/4.660
=40.86

Nexstar Media Group's share price for today is $190.41.
Nexstar Media Group's Earnings per Share (Diluted) 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 $4.660.

* 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.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA 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.

Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Nexstar Media Group Annual Data
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EV-to-EBITDA
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Nexstar Media Group Quarterly Data
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NXST vs SBGI, NMAX, IHRT: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Broadcasting subindustry, Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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-EBITDA vs Media - Diversified Industry

For the Media - Diversified industry and Communication Services sector, Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Nexstar Media Group EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=17639.924/1340
=13.16

Nexstar Media Group's current Enterprise Value is $17,640 Mil.
Nexstar Media Group's EBITDA 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 $1,340 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.16 mean?
Nexstar Media Group (NXST) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.16 as of Aug. 02, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Nexstar Media Group. This is 81% above median its historical median of 7.29. Over the past decade, Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.04 to 14.73. According to the industry distribution chart, Nexstar Media Group ranks #530 out of 748 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, placing it in the top 70.9%.
Is Nexstar Media Group's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Nexstar Media Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.16 is 81% above median its 10-year median of 7.29. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 5.04 to a high of 14.73. The Media - Diversified industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.28. Nexstar Media Group's value of 13.16 is 80.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Nexstar Media Group ranks #530 out of 748 companies in the Media - Diversified industry, which is below the industry midpoint. 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-EBITDA compare to SBGI and NMAX?
According to the Media - Diversified industry distribution chart, Nexstar Media Group ranks #530 out of 748 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Nexstar Media Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.28. Nexstar Media Group's value of 13.16 is 80.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Nexstar Media Group's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 5.04 to 14.73 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 7.29 vs. the industry median of 7.28, 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-EBITDA for a Media - Diversified company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Media - Diversified companies is 7.28, based on 748 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Nexstar Media Group's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.16 is 80.9% 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-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Nexstar Media Group. For the Media - Diversified industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 7.28 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nexstar Media Group's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.16, which is 81% above median its own 10-year median of 7.29. 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 $232.55, compared to a current price of $190.41 — trading 18.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.16, which is 81% above median its 10-year median of 7.29 and 80.9% above the Media - Diversified industry median of 7.28. 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-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Nexstar Media Group (NXST), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.16 as of Aug. 02, 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 $190.41 is trading 18.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $232.55. GuruFocus considers Nexstar Media Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for NXST:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 13.16 (81% above median its 10-year median of 7.29)
  • GF Value™: $232.55 vs. price of $190.41 (18.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 80.9% above the Media - Diversified median (#530 of 748)

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 Media Group Business Description

Other Exchanges 1NXST:ItalyNXZ:Germany
Address 545 E. John Carpenter Freeway, Suite 700, Irving, TX, USA, 75062
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.
84GF Score

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