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Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. (9012) Stock Price & Analysis

9012 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2,073.00-¥17.00(-0.81%)
At close: 3:30 PM GMT+9
JPY 2,100JPY 2,150JPY 2,2003 Aug17 Aug31 Aug14 Sep29 Sep13 Oct28 Oct
Day’s Range
JPY 2,073.00 - JPY 2,076.00
52-Week Range
JPY 2,022.00 - JPY 2,250.00
Previous Close
JPY 2,090.00
Volume
1,300
Average Volume (3M)
800
Market Cap
JPY 3.08B
Enterprise Value
JPY 7.76B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
JPY 754.63M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
JPY 5.42B
Price to Earnings (P/E)
6.1
Beta
0.10
Next Earnings
Nov 12, 2026 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
N/A
Next Dividend Ex-Date
N/A
Dividend Yield
N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Revenue And Profit Recovery

Revenue growth from 2024 through 2026, alongside materially healthier 2026 gross and operating profit, indicates the core transport franchise is recovering. If maintained, this combination can improve operating leverage and provide a more durable earnings base over the next several quarters.

Rail And Bus Network

Operating the Chichibu Railway line gives the company an established passenger-transport base, while bus services add a complementary revenue channel. This connected model can broaden coverage across the service area and diversify fare income beyond a single mode of transportation.

Positive Equity And Improving Returns

Positive equity and improved returns in 2026 provide a stronger foundation than the earlier weak or negative periods. This recovery suggests recent operations are rebuilding financial effectiveness, although its durability depends on sustaining profitability while carrying existing debt.

Bears Say

Persistent Negative Free Cash Flow

Persistent negative free cash flow means operating cash generation has not been sufficient to fund investment requirements. That can increase reliance on borrowing or other financing, limit capital allocation flexibility, and make the recent earnings recovery less resilient if cash conversion does not improve.

Elevated Leverage

Debt near the level of equity leaves the company with meaningful financial obligations relative to its capital base. This leverage can constrain future investment choices and increase dependence on sustained operating improvement, particularly while free cash flow remains negative.

Volatile Earnings History

The history of deep losses and negative operating profitability reduces confidence that the latest improvement represents a stable earnings base. Continued volatility could make planning and funding more difficult, while weakening the company’s ability to absorb setbacks over the next several quarters.

9012 FAQ

What was Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2022.00 and its highest was ¥2250.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥3.08B.
When is Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
How were Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported ¥131.73 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. overvalued?
Not enough analysts have published a price target to calculate whether the price is overvalued.
Does Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. have?
Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. has 1,500,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥131.73 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.232%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9012
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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