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West Japan Railway (WJRYY) Stock Price & Analysis

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WJRYY Stock Chart & Stats

$20.98$0.61(3.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$18$19$20Aug 17Aug 31Sep 16Oct 9Nov 9
Day’s Range
$20.98 - $20.98
52-Week Range
$15.43 - $22.51
Previous Close
$20.37
Volume
N/A
Average Volume (3M)
1,135
Market Cap
$9.27B
Enterprise Value
$18.66B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
$263.93B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
$1.65T
Price to Earnings (P/E)
13.3
Beta
0.03
Next Earnings
Feb 03, 2027 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
0.66
Next Dividend Ex-Date
Mar 30, 2027
Dividend Yield
2.95%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Revenue And Profit Recovery

Revenue rebounded 13.0% in FY2026 alongside recovered profitability, indicating stronger demand and operating leverage. If maintained, this broader earnings base can support reinvestment across the rail network and station businesses, reinforcing earning capacity over coming quarters.

Operating Cash Recovery

Operating cash flow recovered to approximately ¥383B after negative levels in FY2021–FY2022, showing that the earnings recovery is translating into cash from core operations. This provides a more durable funding base for railway upkeep and growth, despite uneven free cash flow.

Diversified Rail-Linked Model

JR West combines Shinkansen and conventional passenger rail with station retail, commercial activity, and real-estate monetization. This network-linked model gives the company multiple ways to earn from its rail footprint, potentially reducing reliance on fares alone over the medium term.

Bears Say

Elevated Leverage

Debt consistently exceeding equity reduces financial flexibility and can constrain the company’s ability to absorb weaker demand or fund new initiatives internally. Elevated leverage also leaves more operating cash committed to debt-related obligations, increasing sensitivity to future earnings volatility.

Inconsistent Free Cash Flow

Uneven free cash flow and only 0.22x conversion of FY2026 earnings indicate that accounting profits are not consistently becoming discretionary cash. For a capital-intensive railroad, this can limit debt reduction, shareholder returns, and internally funded investment when spending needs remain high.

Demand And Margin Sensitivity

The return from negative net margins in FY2021–FY2022 demonstrates that profitability can weaken sharply when demand or costs move unfavorably. Current margins remain modest relative to the railroad’s capital intensity, leaving earnings vulnerable to renewed operating pressure.

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WJRYY FAQ

What was West Japan Railway’s price range in the past 12 months?
West Japan Railway lowest stock price was $15.43 and its highest was $22.51 in the past 12 months.
What is West Japan Railway’s market cap?
West Japan Railway’s market cap is $9.27B.
When is West Japan Railway’s upcoming earnings report date?
West Japan Railway’s next earnings report is estimated for Feb 03, 2027 (not yet confirmed), which is in 82 days.
How were West Japan Railway’s earnings last quarter?
West Japan Railway released its earnings results on Nov 05, 2026. The company reported $0.482 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.468 by $0.014.
Is West Japan Railway overvalued?
Not enough analysts have published a price target to calculate whether the price is overvalued.
Does West Japan Railway pay dividends?
West Japan Railway pays a semiannual dividend of $0.309 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.95%. See more information on West Japan Railway dividends here
What is West Japan Railway’s EPS estimate?
West Japan Railway’s EPS estimate is 0.66.
How many shares outstanding does West Japan Railway have?
West Japan Railway has 455,561,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to West Japan Railway’s price movement after its last earnings report?
West Japan Railway reported an EPS of $0.482 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.468. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.976%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of West Japan Railway?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in WJRYY
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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