NXST Dividend History, Dates & Yield

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · Communication Services

Current Price
$196.76
Dividend Yield
3.73%
Annual Dividend
$7.44
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
253.90%
Next Ex-Date
May 15, 2026in 9 days
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Overall
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Yield
A
Growth
F
Safety
B-
Consistency
B
Performance
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Dividend Growth & Streak

Payout Ratio
253.90%
FCF Payout Ratio
30.40%
5Y Growth Rate
27.13%
1Y Growth Rate
10.06%
Consecutive Increases
12 years
Consecutive Payments
14 years
Dividend Achiever

Payment History

21 payments (of 54 total)
Ex-DateAmount
May 15, 2026Upcoming$1.8600
Feb 13, 2026$1.8600
Nov 12, 2025$1.8600
Aug 15, 2025$1.8600
May 19, 2025$1.8600
Feb 12, 2025$1.8600
Nov 15, 2024$1.6900
Aug 9, 2024$1.6900
May 9, 2024$1.6900
Feb 8, 2024$1.6900
Nov 9, 2023$1.3500
Aug 9, 2023$1.3500
May 11, 2023$1.3500
Feb 9, 2023$1.3500
Nov 10, 2022$0.9000
Aug 10, 2022$0.9000
May 12, 2022$0.9000
Feb 10, 2022$0.9000
Nov 10, 2021$0.7000
Aug 12, 2021$0.7000
May 13, 2021$0.7000

5-Year Yield Range

Where NXST's yield sits today
Avg 3.06%High 4.28%Low 1.85%Current 3.73%
1.85%4.28%

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Nexstar Media Group, Inc. pay dividends?

Yes, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST) pays a quarterly dividend of $7.44 per share annually, yielding 3.73%.

When is NXST's next ex-dividend date?

NXST's next ex-dividend date is May 15, 2026. You must own shares before this date to receive the next payment.

How much does NXST pay in dividends per year?

NXST pays $7.44 per share annually in quarterly payments.

Is NXST's dividend safe?

NXST has a payout ratio of 253.9% and has paid dividends for 14 consecutive years. Its dividend safety grade is F.

What is NXST's dividend growth rate?

NXST has grown its dividend at 27.13% annually over the past 5 years.

Has NXST ever cut its dividend?

NXST has increased its dividend for 12 consecutive years without a cut.

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