Why is NXST Down Today?

NXST
$157.67
▼ -2.41% ($-3.81)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 7:37 PM ET (523 min ago)

About Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock

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. Pending approval, Nexstar's merger with Tegna w...

Sector: TELEVISION BROADCASTING STATIONS
Market Cap: $5.94B
Forward P/E: 7.5
52-Week Range: $154.47 - $254.30
Employees: 13,005

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 TELEVISION BROADCASTING STATIONS sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The TELEVISION BROADCASTING STATIONS sector is down 1.0% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.3x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

TELEVISION BROADCASTING STATIONS sector: -1.0%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most TELEVISION BROADCASTING STATIONS stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

NXST is significantly underperforming the market (-2.6% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
NXST
This Stock
-2.41%
vs S&P 500: -2.59%
vs Nasdaq: -2.72%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, NXST is expected to trade between:
$152.94 - $160.82

Key Level to Watch

$149.79 support
Watch for breakdown below $157.67

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 7:37 PM (523 minutes ago)
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Historical Context

NXST has moved more than 3.0% down on 17 occasions in the past year.

47.1%
Continuation Rate
8/17 times continued down
+0.36%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 18, 2026 (-3.6%) → Next day: +6.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is NXST stock down today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The TELEVISION BROADCASTING STATIONS sector is down 1.0% on average.

Is NXST stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, NXST shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the NXST stock price target?

NXST is currently trading at $157.67. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $152.94 - $160.82. See long-term price prediction →

Will NXST stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that NXST's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $149.79 (support).

Is NXST stock oversold or overbought?

NXST's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 35.2. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for NXST stock?

NXST's 10-day momentum indicator is at -3.73. Strong bearish momentum - the stock is experiencing significant downward pressure. Watch for potential reversal signals.

Is NXST outperforming or underperforming the market?

NXST (-2.41%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.6% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for NXST?

NXST's MACD (-4.98) is currently below the signal line (-4.93), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 39.2) is strong.

Is NXST in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, NXST is in a bearish trend. The price ($157.67) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($165.79) and 50-day SMA ($178.59). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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