NXST is Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock (Communication Services). Trading at $176.83. Current dividend yield: 4.18%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $7.44 |
| Current yield | 4.18% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Nov 13, 2026(in 68 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 28, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $1.8600 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | — |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 60.48% |
| Payout ratio | 141% |
| Market cap | $5.45B |
| Exchange | NMS |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | $1.8600 |
| 2026-05-15 | $1.8600 |
| 2026-02-13 | $1.8600 |
| 2025-11-12 | $1.8600 |
| 2025-08-15 | $1.8600 |
| 2025-05-19 | $1.8600 |
| 2025-02-12 | $1.8600 |
| 2024-11-15 | $1.6900 |
About NXST
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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Frequently asked
What is NXST's dividend yield?
NXST (Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Common Stock) currently has a dividend yield of 4.18%, which works out to about $7.44 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is NXST's next ex-dividend date?
NXST's next ex-dividend date is Nov 13, 2026 (in 68 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did NXST last pay a dividend?
NXST's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 28, 2026.
How often does NXST pay dividends?
NXST pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is NXST growing its dividend?
NXST has been growing its dividend at a 60.48% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-06. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.