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East Japan Railway Company (EJPRF) Stock Price & Analysis

EJPRF Stock Chart & Stats

$24.19$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$20$22.5$2514 Aug1 Sep16 Sep28 Sep13 Oct26 Oct
Day’s Range
$24.19 - $24.19
52-Week Range
$18.25 - $28.30
Previous Close
$24.19
Volume
354
Average Volume (3M)
52
Market Cap
$26.07B
Enterprise Value
$8.88T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
$121.16B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
$5.30T
Price to Earnings (P/E)
17.3
Beta
-0.19
Next Earnings
Feb 02, 2027 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
0.47
Next Dividend Ex-Date
Mar 30, 2027
Dividend Yield
2.12%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Rebound In Revenue And Profitability

The sustained recovery in revenue and margins shows that JR East has regained operating earnings power after earlier losses. Stronger profitability can support reinvestment across its rail network and adjacent businesses, while improving margins provide greater resilience over the next several quarters.

Diversified Station-based Business Model

JR East monetizes the same transport infrastructure through multiple complementary revenue streams, including retail, property, hotels, and travel. This creates a broader earnings base than fares alone and allows valuable station locations and passenger traffic to support recurring commercial income.

Improving Operating Cash Generation

Improving operating cash flow indicates that the core business is generating more internal cash as operations recover. Although investment needs remain significant, stronger cash generation can help fund network and asset spending, reduce reliance on external financing, and reinforce financial flexibility.

Bears Say

Elevated Leverage

JR East carries substantial leverage relative to its equity base, which can restrict financial flexibility during weaker demand or higher-rate conditions. Elevated debt also increases the importance of stable operating earnings and may limit the company's ability to fund expansion without additional financing.

Inconsistent Free Cash Flow

Negative free cash flow means recent operating inflows have not covered investment and other cash demands. For an infrastructure operator this may reflect ongoing asset spending, but if sustained it increases funding reliance, compounds leverage pressure, and reduces cash available for shareholder returns or strategic initiatives.

Limited Earnings Stability Track Record

The sharp losses in 2021–2022 show that JR East's earnings can be materially vulnerable when operating conditions deteriorate. Recent margins are much stronger, but the shorter record of stable profitability makes future cash generation and debt management more dependent on continued business recovery.

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EJPRF FAQ

What was East Japan Railway Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
East Japan Railway Company lowest stock price was $18.25 and its highest was $28.30 in the past 12 months.
What is East Japan Railway Company’s market cap?
East Japan Railway Company’s market cap is $26.07B.
When is East Japan Railway Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
East Japan Railway Company’s next earnings report is estimated for Feb 02, 2027 (not yet confirmed), which is in 92 days.
How were East Japan Railway Company’s earnings last quarter?
East Japan Railway Company released its earnings results on Oct 30, 2026. The company reported $0.472 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.435 by $0.037.
Is East Japan Railway Company overvalued?
Not enough analysts have published a price target to calculate whether the price is overvalued.
Does East Japan Railway Company pay dividends?
East Japan Railway Company pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.279 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.12%. See more information on East Japan Railway Company dividends here
What is East Japan Railway Company’s EPS estimate?
East Japan Railway Company’s EPS estimate is 0.47.
How many shares outstanding does East Japan Railway Company have?
East Japan Railway Company has 1,134,412,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to East Japan Railway Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
East Japan Railway Company reported an EPS of $0.472 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.435. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of East Japan Railway Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in EJPRF
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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