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NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) Stock Technical Analysis

USA - Nasdaq - NASDAQ:NXST - US65336K1034 - Common Stock

201.96 USD
-2.34 (-1.15%)
Last: 12/19/2025, 4:36:14 PM
201.96 USD
0 (0%)
After Hours: 12/19/2025, 4:36:14 PM
Technical Rating and Analysis

9

Overall NXST gets a technical rating of 9 out of 10. This is due to a consistent performance in both the short and longer term time frames. Also compared to the overall market, NXST is showing a nice and steady performance.

Both the short term and long term trends are positive. This is a very positive sign.
When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, we notice that NXST is one of the better performing stocks in the market, outperforming 74% of all stocks.
NXST is one of the better performing stocks in the Media industry, it outperforms 82% of 95 stocks in the same industry.
NXST is currently trading in the upper part of its 52 week range. The S&P500 Index however is currently trading near a new high, so NXST is lagging the market slightly.
NXST is currently showing a bull flag pattern! A bull flag pattern occurs when prices pull back slightly after a strong rise up. This may be a nice opportunity for an entry.
Weekly and Daily overview Charts
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC / NXST Weekly stock chart
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC / NXST Daily stock chart
Setup Rating and Analysis

6

Besides having an excellent technical rating, NXST also presents a decent setup pattern. Prices have been consolidating lately and the volatility has been reduced. A pullback is taking place, which may present a nice opportunity for an entry. There is a resistance zone just above the current price starting at 208.95. Right above this resistance zone may be a good entry point.

Support and Resistance Analysis

149.05

213.43

5 important support areas can be observed.

  • A support zone ranging from 193.40 to 196.41. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines and important moving averages in multiple time frames.
  • A support zone ranging from 187.96 to 188.75. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in multiple time frames.
  • A support zone ranging from 182.17 to 184.53. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in multiple time frames.
  • Support @179.09 from a horizontal line in the daily time frame.
  • Support @150.56 from a horizontal line in the weekly time frame.

We found 1 important resistance area.

  • A resistance zone ranging from 208.95 to 211.32. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in multiple time frames.
Technical Indicator Signal Analysis

The Technical Rating and Setup analysis above combine different indicators and trends in different timeframes. Individual signals from indicators may give more contradictive signals and should always be interpreted in the more global context.

IndicatorValueSignalComment
ChartMill Long Term Trend IndicatorUPPOSITIVEThe long term trend for NXST is up.
ChartMill Short Term Trend IndicatorUPPOSITIVEThe short term trend for NXST is up.
ChartMill Relative Strength74.92POSITIVENXST has a high relative strength, it outperformed 74.92% off all stocks on the market.
Simple Moving Average/SMA (20)UPPOSITIVEThe current price of NXST is above the rising SMA(20).
Simple Moving Average/SMA (50)UPPOSITIVEThe current price of NXST is above the rising SMA(50).
Simple Moving Average/SMA (200)UPPOSITIVEThe current price of NXST is above the rising SMA(200).
Relative Strength Index/RSI (14)56.4NEUTRALThe RSI value for NXST is a neutral value.
Moving Average Convergence Divergence/MACD (12, 26, 9)0.91POSITIVEThe MACD value suggests NXST has a positive trend, although the MACD value is declining.
Stochastics (14,3)66.07NEUTRALThe Stochastics value for NXST is a neutral value.
Average True Range in percent/ATR (20)2.82MEDIUM VOLATILITYThe ATR as a percentage value for NXST suggests some volalility.
Average Directional Index/ADX (14)22.32NEUTRALThe ADX value for NXST suggests a possible start of a new trend.
Chart- and CandleStick Pattern Analysis
Daily CandleStick Patterns
Bullish Engulfing (D)
Bullish Hammer (D)
Bearish Inverted Hammer (D)
Hanging Man (D)
Bullish Harami (D)
Doji (D)
Gravestone Doji (D)
DragonFly Doji (D)
Bearish Engulfing (D)
Bearish Shooting Star (D)
Bearish Harami (D)
Inside Bar (D)
Red Dog Reversal Down (D)
Red Dog Reversal Up (D)
Dark Cloud Cover (D)
Weekly CandleStick Patterns
Bullish Engulfing (W)
Bullish Hammer (W)
Bearish Inverted Hammer (W)
Hanging Man (W)
Bullish Harami (W)
Doji (W)
Gravestone Doji (W)
DragonFly Doji (W)
Bearish Engulfing (W)
Bearish Shooting Star (W)
Bearish Harami (W)
Inside Bar (W)
Dark Cloud Cover (W)
Daily Chart Patterns
Bull Flag
Bear Flag
Ascending Triangle (D)
Descending Triangle (D)
Symmetrical Triangle (D)
Squeeze
Channel (D)
Channel Up (D)
Channel Down (D)
Rising Wedge (D)
Falling Wedge (D)
Double Bottom (D)
Multiple Bottom (D)
Double Top (D)
Multiple Top (D)
Weekly Chart Patterns
Weekly Bull Flag
Weekly Bear Flag
Squeeze Week
Channel (W)
Double Bottom (W)
Multiple Bottom (W)
Double Top (W)
Multiple Top (W)
Example Setup

Important!: this is just an example which is fully automatically generated based on the analysis above and should in no way be interpreted as a suggestion. Always make your own analysis and determine your own entry and exit points.

ENTRYEXITDISTANCECAPITAL
203.21193.399.82 (4.83%)20.69%
An entry @203.21. This is a Buy Stop order right above the 10 day moving average.An exit @193.39. This is a Stop Loss order right below the support zone.The trade has a worst case loss of 9.82 points, which is 4.83%.For a 1.00% total portfolio risk, you can invest 20.69% of your capital in this trade.

  • The generated setup is based on the nearest support and resistance areas. If you are looking for a more long term trade, probably a wider stop is advisable.
  • This trade setup was generated fully automatically and should not be interpreted as trading advice. Always check the related news for upcoming earnings or other events. Make your own analysis and trade at your own responsibility.
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC / NXST Daily stock chart

NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC

NASDAQ:NXST (12/19/2025, 4:36:14 PM)

After market: 201.96 0 (0%)

201.96

-2.34 (-1.15%)

Chartmill TA Rating
Chartmill Setup Rating
Sector
GICS IndustryMedia
Performance
% Chg-1.15%
1 Week-0.84%
2 Weeks6.85%
1 Month8.71%
3 Month-3.34%
6 Month17.56%
12 Month27.43%
2 Year28.84%
3 Year15.39%
5 Year84.96%
10 Year244.06%
15 Year3271.62%
Volatility
ATR(14)5.43
ATR(20)%2.82%
ATR Inc-34.42%
Range Today3.57
ADR(20)5.61
ADR(20)%2.78%
Trend & SMA
ST Trend
LT Trend
SMA(5)
SMA(10)
SMA(20)
SMA(50)
SMA(100)
SMA(200)
Relative Strength & Ranges
CRS74.92
3 months CRS35.16
6 months CRS75.89
Mansfield0.3
10 Day High212.72
10 Day Low187.03
20 Day High212.72
20 Day Low180.79
52 Week High223.36
52 Week Low141.66
CS1 End196.41
CR1 Start208.95
Volume & EV
DER(3)0.07%
DER(5)-0.13%
Volume777.80K
Volume Incr8.75%
Vol(5)342.68K
Vol(50)301.78K

NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC / NXST FAQ

What is the ChartMill technical rating of NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) stock?

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 9 / 10 to NXST.


What is the trend direction for NXST stock?

The current trend direction for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) is Bullish.


What is the RSI signal for NXST stock?

NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) has an RSI value of 56.4043. This indicates that the stock is currently neutral.


What is the MACD signal for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) stock?

The MACD indicator for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) has a value of 0.909059, indicating a bearish trend.


What is the short term momentum for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) stock?

The short term momentum for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) is positive.