NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) Technical Analysis
NASDAQ:NXST • US65336K1034
244.77 USD
-1.93 (-0.78%)
At close: Mar 10, 2026
244.77 USD
0 (0%)
After Hours: 3/10/2026, 8:00:03 PM
We assign a technical rating of 10 out of 10 to NXST. Both in the recent history as in the last year, NXST has proven to be a steady performer, scoring decent points in every aspect analyzed.
- 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 87% of all stocks. On top of that, NXST also shows a nice and consistent pattern of rising prices.
- NXST is part of the Media industry. There are 91 other stocks in this industry. NXST outperforms 85% of them.
- NXST is currently trading near its 52 week high, which is a good sign. The S&P500 Index however is also trading near new highs, which makes the performance in line with the market.
- In the last month NXST has a been trading in the 221.62 - 253.96 range, which is quite wide. It is currently trading near the high of this range.
Besides having an excellent technical rating, NXST also presents a decent setup pattern. Prices have been consolidating lately and the volatility has been reduced.
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When analyzing the support we can see 6 important areas.
- Support @230.60 from a horizontal line in the daily time frame.
- A support zone ranging from 220.36 to 226.09. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines and important moving averages in multiple time frames.
- Support @201.83 from a trend line in the weekly time frame.
- Support @184.53 from a horizontal line in the daily time frame.
- Support @179.09 from a horizontal line in the daily time frame.
- Support @150.56 from a horizontal line in the weekly time frame.
2 important resistance areas can be observed.
- A resistance zone ranging from 245.89 to 246.86. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines and important moving averages in the daily time frame.
- A resistance zone ranging from 251.03 to 253.65. This zone is formed by a combination of multiple trend lines in multiple time frames.
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.
| Indicator | Value | Signal | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChartMill Long Term Trend Indicator | UP | POSITIVE | The long term trend for NXST is up. |
| ChartMill Short Term Trend Indicator | UP | POSITIVE | The short term trend for NXST is up. |
| ChartMill Relative Strength | 87.54 | POSITIVE | NXST has a high relative strength, it outperformed 87.54% off all stocks on the market. |
| Simple Moving Average/SMA (20) | UP | POSITIVE | The current price of NXST is above the rising SMA(20). |
| Simple Moving Average/SMA (50) | UP | POSITIVE | The current price of NXST is above the rising SMA(50). |
| Simple Moving Average/SMA (200) | UP | POSITIVE | The current price of NXST is above the rising SMA(200). |
| Relative Strength Index/RSI (14) | 58.59 | NEUTRAL | The RSI value for NXST is a neutral value. |
| Moving Average Convergence Divergence/MACD (12, 26, 9) | -0.22 | NEGATIVE | The MACD value suggests NXST has a negative trend. |
| Stochastics (14,3) | 76.66 | NEUTRAL | The Stochastics value for NXST is a neutral value. |
| Average True Range in percent/ATR (20) | 3.63 | MEDIUM VOLATILITY | The ATR as a percentage value for NXST suggests some volalility. |
| Average Directional Index/ADX (14) | 32.19 | POSITIVE | The high ADX value value for NXST suggests a strong trend. |
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)
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.
| ENTRY | EXIT | DISTANCE | CAPITAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 246.87 | 230.59 | 16.28 (6.59%) | 15.16% |
| An entry @246.87. This is a Buy Stop order right above the resistance zone. | An exit @230.59. This is a Stop Loss order right below the support zone. | The trade has a worst case loss of 16.28 points, which is 6.59%. | For a 1.00% total portfolio risk, you can invest 15.16% 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.
NXST Technicals: Chart, Performance Metrics, Trend & Indicators
244.77
-1.93 (-0.78%)
Chartmill TA Rating
Chartmill Setup Rating
Sector
GICS SectorCommunication Services
GICS IndustryMedia
Performance
% Chg-0.78%
1 Week0.5%
2 Weeks5.16%
1 Month1.97%
3 Month20.18%
6 Month18.27%
12 Month44.08%
2 Year42.07%
3 Year41.76%
5 Year74.3%
10 Year452.9%
15 Year2723.18%
Volatility
ATR(14)8.91
ATR(20)%3.63%
ATR Inc-10.54%
Range Today5.12
ADR(20)8.76
ADR(20)%3.58%
Trend & SMA
ST Trend
LT Trend
SMA(5)
SMA(10)
SMA(20)
SMA(50)
SMA(100)
SMA(200)
Relative Strength & Ranges
CRS87.54
3 months CRS91.32
6 months CRS84.41
Mansfield1.98
10 Day High253.96
10 Day Low221.62
20 Day High253.96
20 Day Low221.62
52 Week High254.3
52 Week Low141.66
CS1 End230.6
CR1 Start245.89
Volume & EV
DER(3)0.11%
DER(5)0.71%
Volume223.60K
Volume Incr-26.21%
Vol(5)296.98K
Vol(50)336.90K
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 10 / 10 to NXST.
Can you provide the trend direction for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC?
The current trend direction for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) is Bullish.
Can you provide the RSI signal for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC?
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) has an RSI value of 58.5905. This indicates that the stock is currently neutral.
Can you provide the short term momentum for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC?
The short term momentum for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) is positive.
What is the buy/sell signal for NXST stock?
The buy/sell signal for NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP INC (NXST) is buy as both the short term and long term trends are positive.