East Japan Railway Company ( (EJPRF) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information East Japan Railway Company presented to its investors.
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East Japan Railway Company, commonly known as JR East, is a major player in the transportation sector, primarily operating railways in the eastern part of Japan. The company is known for its extensive network of train services and its involvement in retail, real estate, and hotel businesses.
In its latest earnings report for the six-month period ending September 30, 2025, JR East reported a modest increase in operating revenues, reaching 1,463,096 million yen, a 4.9% rise from the previous year. Despite this growth, the company experienced a slight decline in operating and ordinary income, which decreased by 1.8% and 2.7% respectively.
Key financial metrics revealed a profit attributable to owners of the parent at 147,227 million yen, marking a 5.3% increase from the previous year. The company also noted a significant rise in comprehensive income, which surged by 32.1% to 170,177 million yen. Additionally, JR East announced a revision in its dividend forecast, increasing the year-end dividend to 35 yen per share, up from the previous 34 yen.
Looking ahead, JR East has revised its earnings forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. The company anticipates operating revenues of 3,058,000 million yen, a 5.9% increase, and a profit attributable to owners of the parent of 237,000 million yen, reflecting a 5.7% rise. These projections indicate a positive outlook for the company as it continues to navigate the challenges and opportunities within the transportation industry.