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WJRYY Stock Chart & Stats
$18.17
$0.57(3.10%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$18.17
$0.57(3.10%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$15.43 - $23.91
Previous CloseN/A
Volume10.51K
Average Volume (3M)1.57K
Market Cap
$8.73B
Enterprise Value$17.35K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$236.23B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.55T
Price to Earnings (P/E)10.8
Beta0.13
Next Earnings
Nov 03, 2026EPS Estimate
0.44Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.07%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)280.42
Shares Outstanding455,561,300
10 Day Avg. Volume2,819
30 Day Avg. Volume1,573
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.48
Price to Book (P/B)1.19
Price to Sales (P/S)0.74
P/FCF Ratio17.33
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)1.43
Revenue Forecast (FY)$11.55B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue & Margin RecoveryRevenue growth (~13.0% in FY2026) and margin recovery (EBIT ~10.7%) indicate a durable demand rebound and improved operating leverage across core rail services. Sustained margin expansion strengthens cash generation from operations and supports station retail and development investments over months.
Operating Cash GenerationOperating cash flow recovered to ~383B in FY2026 after prior negative years, showing lasting improvement in core cash generation. Reliable OCF enhances capacity to fund capital spending, service debt and sustain station-area projects without immediate recourse to external financing across the medium term.
Diversified Transit EcosystemA transit-oriented business model captures fares, station retail rents and real-estate development tied to passenger flows. This diversified revenue mix creates multiple structural cash levers, lowers single-point demand risk, and supports long-term revenue resilience as urban mobility trends persist.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageLeverage remains meaningfully elevated (FY2026 debt-to-equity ~1.28x and historically higher), which reduces financial flexibility. High debt increases interest and refinancing burdens, limits buffer for downturns, and constrains the company's ability to pursue opportunistic investments without raising more debt.
Inconsistent Free Cash FlowFree cash flow showed large swings—very strong in FY2025 but much lower in FY2026 with FCF conversion ~0.22x—signaling volatile capex or working-capital needs. That inconsistency can limit predictable funding for dividends, asset development or debt paydown over the coming months.
Margin Sensitivity To Demand ShocksNet margins remain modest for a capital-intensive operator and were negative in FY2021–FY2022, highlighting sensitivity to demand shocks. High fixed costs and heavy capital intensity mean profits can reverse quickly if ridership or travel demand weakens, pressuring long-term margin stability.
West Japan Railway News
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 $23.91 in the past 12 months.
What is West Japan Railway’s market cap?
West Japan Railway’s market cap is $8.73B.
When is West Japan Railway’s upcoming earnings report date?
West Japan Railway’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 03, 2026 which is in 88 days.
How were West Japan Railway’s earnings last quarter?
West Japan Railway released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported $0.545 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.475 by $0.07.
Is West Japan Railway overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts West Japan Railway’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does West Japan Railway pay dividends?
West Japan Railway pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.002 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.07%. See more information on West Japan Railway dividends here
What is West Japan Railway’s EPS estimate?
West Japan Railway’s EPS estimate is 0.44.
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 $0.545 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.475. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.147%.
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?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
West Japan Railway Stock Smart Score
Underperform
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Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
15.38%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.07%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-0.13%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
West Japan Railway
Founded in 1987 and based in Osaka, Japan, West Japan Railway Company is a key provider of passenger rail services across the nation. Its operations are segmented into four main areas: Transportation, Retail, Real Estate, and various Other Businesses. The company manages an extensive railway network totaling 4,903.1 kilometers, which comprises 812.6 kilometers of high-speed Shinkansen routes and 4,090.5 kilometers of conventional rail lines, serving 1,174 stations. In addition to trains, it also offers bus and ferry services. Beyond its core transport activities, West Japan Railway is deeply involved in retail, including the sale of merchandise and food services, wholesale distribution, and the operation of diverse retail establishments such as department stores, convenience stores, restaurants, souvenir shops, and shopping centers. Its Real Estate division focuses on property sales and leasing. The "Other Businesses" segment encompasses a wide array of ventures, including hotels, financial services (credit cards and electronic money), travel agencies, the production and upkeep of rolling stock and equipment, electrical contracting, construction, information technology services, and advertising, among other diverse undertakings.