Based on key financial metrics such as the price-to-sales ratio, shareholder yield and the price-earnings ratio, the following 4 stocks made the list for top value stocks in the Media industry. Those looking for value stocks to add to their portfolio may want to use this list as a starting point for further investment research.
Why Focus on Undervalued Media Stocks?
Value investors seek to buy stocks at a discount to their intrinsic value. Long-term returns show that such strategies are advantageous. Value stocks, as a group, tend to outperform growth stocks over extended periods of time. Typically, value investors perform financial analysis of numerous metrics, don’t follow the herd and are long-term investors.
AAII’s A+ Investor Value Grade is derived from a stock’s Value Score. The Value Score is the percentile rank of the average of the percentile ranks of the price-to-sales ratio, price-earnings ratio, enterprise-value-to-EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) ratio, shareholder yield, price-to-book-value ratio and price-to-free-cash-flow ratio. The score is variable, meaning it can consider all six ratios or, should any of the six ratios not be valid, the remaining ratios that are valid. To be assigned a Value Score, stocks must have a valid (non-null) ratio and corresponding ranking for at least two of the six valuation ratios.
What Goes Into AAII’s Value Grade?
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AAII’s proprietary stock grades come with A+ Investor. These offer intuitive A–F grades for more than just value. It is possible for a stock to appear cheap based on one valuation metric but appear expensive on another. It is also possible for one valuation ratio to be associated with outperforming stocks during certain periods of time but not others. Some stocks may even have null values for certain metrics like the price-earnings ratio or the price-to-book ratio but not others. An example of this would be a company with losses instead of profits or a negative book value because of heavy borrowing. Negative earnings or book value result in non-meaningful ratios that are left blank or null.
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4 Undervalued Media Stocks
Of course, there are countless value stocks that are worth mentioning, but this is a concise list of the top 4 undervalued stocks in the Media industry for Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Let’s take a closer look at their individual scores to see how they measure up against each other and the Media industry median.
| Company | Ticker | Price/Sales | Price/Earnings | EV/EBITDA | Shareholder Yield | Price/Book Value | Price/Free Cash Flow | Value Grade |
| AMC Global Media Inc. | AMCX | 0.20 | na | 7.1 | 4.1% | 0.45 | 2.3 | A |
| Fox Corporation | FOXA | 1.69 | 17.0 | 7.3 | 7.2% | 2.36 | 23.8 | B |
| Gray Media, Inc. | GTN | 0.14 | na | 9.8 | 6.1% | 0.21 | 7.5 | A |
| Nexstar Media Group, Inc. | NXST | 0.86 | 31.0 | 7.1 | 3.2% | 2.26 | 9.8 | B |
The Value Grade is assigned based on how each stock’s composite valuation compares to all other stocks.
The process for assigning grades starts with each variable for a given stock. The percentile rankings for all valid ratios that a stock has are calculated. So, for instance, a stock could have a price-to-book ranking in the 43rd percentile, a price-earnings ranking in the 67th percentile, a price-to-sales ranking in the 23rd percentile, etc. Then, those rankings are averaged for each stock. (A minimum of two valid variables are required, though all six will be used if available.)
Once the average of the individual variables is calculated, that average is ranked against all stocks. Put another way, each stock’s composite valuation is compared to all other stocks. These ranks are then sorted into quintiles from the cheapest 20% (a grade of A) to the most expensive 20% (a grade of F).
As always, we recommend that you conduct proper due diligence and research before investing in any security. We also suggest that investors utilize numerous grades, not just value, when it comes to deciding whether a company is a good fit for their allocation needs.
AMC Global Media Inc.’s Value Grade
Value Grade:
| Metric | Score | AMCX | Industry Median |
| Price/Sales | 10 | 0.20 | 0.73 |
| Price/Earnings | na | na | 21.7 |
| EV/EBITDA | 20 | 7.1 | 10.1 |
| Shareholder Yield | 21 | 4.1% | (0.1%) |
| Price/Book Value | 9 | 0.45 | 1.27 |
| Price/Free Cash Flow | 5 | 2.3 | 12.2 |
AMC Global Media Inc., an entertainment company, distributes contents in the United States, Europe, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Domestic Operations and International. The Domestic Operations segment operates programming networks, such as AMC, We TV, BBCA, IFC, and SundanceTV; provides streaming services, including AMC+ and Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK, HIDIVE, and All Reality targeted subscription streaming services; produces original programming for its programming services and third parties; and licenses programming. This segment is also involved in the film distribution business comprising Independent Film Company, RLJE Films, and Shudder; and technical services business for programming networks. The International segment operates a portfolio of channels. The company was formerly known as AMC Networks Inc. and changed its name to AMC Global Media Inc. in April 2026. AMC Global Media Inc. was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.
AMC Global Media Inc. has a Value Score of 99, which is considered to be undervalued.
When you look at AMC Global Media Inc.’s price-to-sales ratio at 0.20 compared to the industry median at 0.73, this company has a lower price relative to revenue compared to its peers. This could make AMC Global Media Inc.’s stock more attractive for value investors.
Now, let’s assess AMC Global Media Inc.’s EV/EBITDA ratio, also known as enterprise multiple. At 7.1, when compared to the industry median of 10.1, the company may be considered undervalued in relation to its peers. Value investors could use the enterprise multiple to identify stocks that are considered overvalued or undervalued relative to their industry.
Shareholder yield is the sum of a stock’s dividend yield (paid over previous 12 months minus special dividends) and the percentage of net share buybacks over the previous 12 months. AMC Global Media Inc.’s shareholder yield is higher than its industry median ratio of (0.10%). Value investors may look for an attractive shareholder yield because it can be a powerful tool for identifying if the company has a good management team.
As one of the most common value metrics, the price-to-book ratio evaluates a company’s current market price relative to its book value. AMC Global Media Inc.’s price-to-book ratio is lower than its industry median ratio of 1.27. This could make AMC Global Media Inc. more attractive to investors looking for a new addition to their portfolio.
Lastly, let’s take a look at AMC Global Media Inc.’s price-to-free-cash-flow ratio (P/FCF), which can indicate a company’s market value relative to its operating cash flow. AMC Global Media Inc.’s price-to-free-cash-flow ratio is lower than its industry median ratio of 12.20. This could make AMC Global Media Inc. more attractive because the lower P/FCF ratio indicates that AMC Global Media Inc. is undervalued. The P/FCF ratio metric can also be viewed over a long-term time frame to see if the company's cash flow to share price value is generally improving or worsening.
Fox Corporation’s Value Grade
Value Grade:
| Metric | Score | FOXA | Industry Median |
| Price/Sales | 45 | 1.69 | 0.73 |
| Price/Earnings | 45 | 17.0 | 21.7 |
| EV/EBITDA | 21 | 7.3 | 10.1 |
| Shareholder Yield | 10 | 7.2% | (0.1%) |
| Price/Book Value | 60 | 2.36 | 1.27 |
| Price/Free Cash Flow | 61 | 23.8 | 12.2 |
Fox Corporation operates as a news, sports, and entertainment company in the United States. It operates in two segments, Cable Network Programming and Television. The Cable Network Programming segment produces and licenses news and sports content for distribution through traditional cable television systems, direct broadcast satellite operators, telecommunication companies, virtual multi-channel video programming distributors, and other digital platforms. The Television segment produces, acquires, markets, and distributes programming through the FOX broadcast network; advertising-supported video-on-demand service Tubi; and operates full power broadcast television stations, including duopolies and other digital platforms. This segment also produces content for third parties. It also engages in the consumer finance marketplace; and provision of television and film production services along with office space, studio operation services, and all operations of the facility. Fox Corporation was incorporated in 2018 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.
Fox Corporation has a Value Score of 64, which is considered to be undervalued.
Fox Corporation’s price-earnings ratio is 17.0 compared to the industry median at 21.7. This means that it has a lower price relative to its earnings compared to its peers. This makes Fox Corporation more attractive for value investors.
Fox Corporation’s price-to-book ratio is lower than its peers. This could make Fox Corporation more attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 1.27.
You can read more about Fox Corporation’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.
Gray Media, Inc.’s Value Grade
Value Grade:
| Metric | Score | GTN | Industry Median |
| Price/Sales | 7 | 0.14 | 0.73 |
| Price/Earnings | na | na | 21.7 |
| EV/EBITDA | 36 | 9.8 | 10.1 |
| Shareholder Yield | 13 | 6.1% | (0.1%) |
| Price/Book Value | 4 | 0.21 | 1.27 |
| Price/Free Cash Flow | 18 | 7.5 | 12.2 |
Gray Media, Inc., a multimedia company, owns and/or operates local television stations and digital assets in the United States. The company operates through Broadcasting, Production Companies, and Other segments. It also owns Gray Digital Media, a digital agency that provides clients with digital marketing strategies; and operates video production companies and studio production facilities. The company was formerly known as Gray Television, Inc. and changed its name to Gray Media, Inc. in July 2002. Gray Media, Inc. was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.
Gray Media, Inc. has a Value Score of 98, which is considered to be undervalued.
Gray Media, Inc.’s price-to-book ratio is higher than its peers. This could make Gray Media, Inc. less attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 1.27.
You can read more about Gray Media, Inc.’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.’s Value Grade
Value Grade:
| Metric | Score | NXST | Industry Median |
| Price/Sales | 30 | 0.86 | 0.73 |
| Price/Earnings | 72 | 31.0 | 21.7 |
| EV/EBITDA | 20 | 7.1 | 10.1 |
| Shareholder Yield | 25 | 3.2% | (0.1%) |
| Price/Book Value | 59 | 2.26 | 1.27 |
| Price/Free Cash Flow | 24 | 9.8 | 12.2 |
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. operates as a diversified media company that produces and distributes local and national news, sports, and entertainment contents on the television and digital platforms in the United States. It owns, operates, programs, or provides sales and other services to power television and radio stations; and provides television programming services. The company offers video and display advertising platforms through its own and various third party websites, mobile and over-the-top applications, digital media solutions to media publishers and advertisers, and a consumer product reviews platform. In addition, it owns NewsNation, a national cable news network; and WGN-AM, a Chicago radio station, as well as owns and operates digital multicast networks. Further, its digital assets include 125 local websites, 229 mobile applications, 110 connected television applications, television channels from The CW and The Hill, BestReviews, and advertising solutions. Additionally, the company engages in the digital business. Its stations are affiliates of ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, The CW, MyNetworkTV, and other broadcast television networks. Nexstar Media Group, Inc. was formerly known as Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. and changed its name to Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in January 2017. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Irving, Texas.
Stocks with a Value Score from 81 to 100 are considered deep value, those with a score between 61 and 80 are value and so on.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has a Value Score of 69, which is considered to be undervalued.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.’s price-earnings ratio is 31.0 compared to the industry median at 21.7. This means that it has a higher price relative to its earnings compared to its peers. This makes Nexstar Media Group, Inc. less attractive for value investors.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.’s price-to-book ratio is lower than its peers. This could make Nexstar Media Group, Inc. more attractive for value investors when compared to the industry median at 1.27.
You can read more about Nexstar Media Group, Inc.’s key financial metrics like shareholder yield, price-to-free-cash-flow and EV/EBITDA ratio, or learn more about its Momentum and Growth Grades, by subscribing to A+ Investor.
Other Media Stock Grades
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Choosing Which of the 4 Best Media Stocks Is Right for You
Choosing which value stocks to invest in will ultimately depend on your individual goals and allocation; however, comparing similar value stocks in the same industry can help you analyze which might be better investments for you in the long run. So, let’s take a look at the Value Grade for all of our stocks.
- AMC Global Media Inc. stock has a Value Grade of A.
- Fox Corporation stock has a Value Grade of B.
- Gray Media, Inc. stock has a Value Grade of A.
- Nexstar Media Group, Inc. stock has a Value Grade of B.
Now that you have a bit more background about each of the 4 undervalued stocks in the Media industry as well as their overall grades, it’s time for you to conduct additional research to see if these could fit your portfolio needs based on your goals and risk tolerance. AAII can help you figure out both and identify which investments align with what works best for you.
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Additional Resources About Media Stocks
Want to learn more about Media stocks to see if they could be the right investment for you? Check out some additional resources and articles to help you on your financial journey.
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- Why iHeartMedia, Inc.’s (IHRT) Stock Is Down 6.10%
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