Is Nexstar Media Group, Inc. a good dividend stock?

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 4.05%. Review its dividend history, payout consistency and growth to judge whether it fits your income strategy.

What is NXST's dividend yield?

The dividend yield for NXST stock is currently 4.05%.

How much does NXST pay in dividends per year?

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $7.4400 per share over the trailing twelve months.

How often does NXST pay dividends?

NXST stock pays dividends quarterly.

Is NXST's dividend growing?

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.'s 3-year dividend CAGR is 18.25%.

NXST Stock Price, Chart, Stats & News

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Overview Dividend safety Dividends Fundamentals

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) is a dividend-paying stock with a current dividend yield of 4.05% as of Jul 21, 2026. It pays $7.44 per share over the trailing twelve months and distributes quarterly. Its dividend has grown at a 24.18% 5-year compound annual rate.

5.60B

Market cap

11.72x

Current P/E

5.24x

Forward P/E

4.05%

Dividend yield

$7.44

NXST dividend

Dividend safety

Strong

Dividend coverage looks healthy — NXST pays out about 48% of earnings.

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NXST chart

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Fundamentals

Gross margin	47.11%
Operating margin	17.45%
Pretax margin	3.03%
Net margin	2.20%
Effective tax rate	44.67%
ROA	0.99%
ROE	4.92%
D/E	3.32x
Interest coverage ratio	2.28x

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NXST valuation

P/E	11.72x
P/S	1.31x
P/B	3.13x
P/CF	7.25x
P/FCF	8.70x
P/OCF	7.25x
PEG	-0.73x
EV multiple	-0.07x

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Communication Services

Sector

Broadcasting

Industry

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is a diversified U. S. media corporation focused on broadcast television and digital content. The company specializes in the strategic acquisition, development, and management of local television stations, along with operating interactive community-focused websites and a variety of digital media services.