Rating Change
Wells Fargo analysts reiterated a Overweight rating on Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:NXST) on August 07, 2026.
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Wells Fargo Reiterates Overweight Rating on Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST)
Rating Change Wells Fargo analysts reiterated a Overweight rating on Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:NXST) on August 07, 2026. Market Context Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
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Key takeaways
- Wells Fargo reiterated an Overweight rating on Nexstar Media Group (NXST) on August 7, 2026, with the stock trading at $195.68 and a market capitalization of $6.4 billion.
- Among the 10 most recent analyst ratings, 9 are Buy ratings and 1 is Hold, with no Sell ratings, indicating broad analyst support for the stock.
- NXST has gained 1.7% over the past 52 weeks and operates in the Communication Services sector.
Market Context
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. operates in the Communication Services sector. The stock currently trades at $195.68 with a market capitalization of $6.4B. The stock has gained 1.7% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from Wells Fargo provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for Nexstar Media Group, Inc..
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Recent Analyst Activity for Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 9 Buy, 1 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 07, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Overweight | N/A |
| May 08, 2026 | Wells Fargo | Overweight | N/A |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Barrington Research | Outperform | N/A |
| Apr 10, 2026 | Citigroup | Buy | N/A |
| Apr 06, 2026 | Benchmark | Buy | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View NXST Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Overweight rating mean for NXST?
A Overweight rating from Wells Fargo reflects the analyst's outlook on Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:NXST). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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