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9021 Stock Chart & Stats
¥2986.00
¥21.00(0.68%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
¥2986.00
¥21.00(0.68%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,453.00 - ¥3,528.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume292.70K
Average Volume (3M)2.05M
Market Cap
¥1.41T
Enterprise Value¥2.82T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥199.91B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥1.65T
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.9
Beta0.20
Next Earnings
Nov 05, 2026EPS Estimate
72.62Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.27%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)258.77
Shares Outstanding455,561,300
10 Day Avg. Volume2,624,760
30 Day Avg. Volume2,048,673
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.72
Price to Book (P/B)1.19
Price to Sales (P/S)0.78
P/FCF Ratio18.29
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)231.43
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥1.85T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue RecoveryThe substantial revenue recovery demonstrates renewed demand across JR West’s transportation and related businesses after the downturn. Continued growth in 2026 indicates that the enlarged revenue base is still expanding, supporting operating leverage and a stronger foundation for future earnings.
Profitability ImprovementA return to positive operating and net profitability materially strengthens the company’s earnings capacity. The improvement shows that recovered demand is translating into profits, while sustained margins provide resources for network investment, service quality, and station-area development.
Operating Cash GenerationThe strong recovery in operating cash flow indicates that reported earnings are being supported by cash generated from the underlying railway and related businesses. This improves JR West’s ability to fund maintenance, capital projects, debt service, and shareholder distributions over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageAlthough leverage has improved, debt remains substantial relative to equity for an asset-heavy railway operator. This reduces financial flexibility, increases the importance of stable operating performance, and could constrain investment or shareholder returns if business conditions weaken.
Weak Free Cash Flow ConversionUneven free cash flow shows that significant capital spending absorbs a large portion of accounting earnings. The resulting modest cash conversion can limit internally funded growth and leave less surplus for debt reduction or distributions, particularly when infrastructure investment needs remain high.
Demand Sensitivity And Moderate MarginsThe prior losses demonstrate meaningful sensitivity to changes in travel demand, while the current operating margin remains moderate for a capital-intensive railroad. This combination leaves earnings exposed to weaker utilization and limits the buffer available to absorb operational or economic pressure.
West Japan Railway Company News
9021 FAQ
What was West Japan Railway Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
West Japan Railway Company lowest stock price was ¥2453.00 and its highest was ¥3528.00 in the past 12 months.
What is West Japan Railway Company’s market cap?
West Japan Railway Company’s market cap is ¥1.41T.
When is West Japan Railway Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
West Japan Railway Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 4 days.
How were West Japan Railway Company’s earnings last quarter?
West Japan Railway Company released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported ¥85.8 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ¥75.107 by ¥10.693.
Is West Japan Railway Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts West Japan Railway Company’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does West Japan Railway Company pay dividends?
West Japan Railway Company pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥49 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.27%. See more information on West Japan Railway Company dividends here
What is West Japan Railway Company’s EPS estimate?
West Japan Railway Company’s EPS estimate is 72.62.
How many shares outstanding does West Japan Railway Company have?
West Japan Railway Company has 455,561,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to West Japan Railway Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
West Japan Railway Company reported an EPS of ¥85.8 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ¥75.107. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.207%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of West Japan Railway Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9021
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Company Description
West Japan Railway Company
Based in Osaka, Japan, West Japan Railway Company, founded in 1987, primarily delivers passenger rail transportation services across the country. The company's operations span several key divisions: Transportation Operations, Retail Business, Real Estate Business, and various Other Businesses. It maintains a substantial railway infrastructure, extending 4,903.1 kilometers in total, comprising 812.6 kilometers of high-speed Shinkansen routes and 4,090.5 kilometers of conventional lines, facilitating travel through 1,174 stations. Additionally, it offers supplementary bus and ferry services. Beyond its core transport functions, the company engages extensively in retail, including the sale of goods, food service provision, wholesale distribution, and other retail initiatives. This encompasses the management of department stores, convenience stores, restaurants, souvenir shops, and shopping centers. Its real estate portfolio involves property sales and leasing. JR West also holds interests in hospitality (hotels), financial services (credit cards, electronic money), travel arrangements, rolling stock and equipment manufacturing, electrical contracting, construction, information technology solutions, and advertising.
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