West Japan Railway Company (JP:9021)
:9021
9021 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3230.00
-¥17.00(-0.61%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3230.00
-¥17.00(-0.61%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,771.00 - ¥3,577.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.36M
Average Volume (3M)1.49M
Market Cap
¥1.42T
Enterprise Value¥2.89T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥94.19B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥1.53T
Price to Earnings (P/E)10.4
Beta0.49
Next Earnings
Apr 30, 2026EPS Estimate
5.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)75.56
Shares Outstanding455,561,300
10 Day Avg. Volume1,561,430
30 Day Avg. Volume1,490,756
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.66
Price to Book (P/B)1.20
Price to Sales (P/S)0.81
P/FCF Ratio-763.17
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥3,400.00Price Target Upside5.26% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)238.12
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥1.85T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue & Margin RecoverySustained revenue growth and restored profitability signal a durable operational recovery. Doubling revenue over the multi-year period and improving gross/EBIT margins point to stronger demand and better cost efficiency, which supports reinvestment, stable operations and long-term cash generation.
Strong Cash GenerationConsistent operating cash flow and improved free cash flow indicate the business generates cash from core operations, enabling debt service, maintenance capex and strategic investments. This cash resilience supports long-term financial flexibility despite cyclical pressures in transportation demand.
Diversified, Location-Based RevenuesMonetizing station retail and station-area real estate complements fare income and creates recurring non-fare cash flows tied to valuable locations. This asset-backed, diversified model reduces pure fare dependence and leverages long-lived property and tenant relationships for sustained revenue.
Bears Say
High LeverageElevated leverage is typical for rail operators but increases refinancing, interest and liquidity risk. High debt constrains strategic flexibility, raises the cost of capital for projects, and heightens vulnerability to revenue shocks or interest-rate moves over the medium term.
Passenger-Demand DependenceCore earnings still hinge on commuter and tourism ridership, exposing revenue to structural shifts like remote work, demographic decline and tourism cycles. Persistent reductions in passenger volumes would materially pressure fare revenue and station commerce over several months to years.
Heavy, Variable Capital ExpenditureRail infrastructure requires ongoing, large capex for maintenance and upgrades; fluctuations can compress free cash flow. Recurring high capex needs limit discretionary spending and could necessitate new financing, exacerbating leverage and constraining long-term return on invested capital.
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 ¥2771.00 and its highest was ¥3577.00 in the past 12 months.
What is West Japan Railway Company’s market cap?
West Japan Railway Company’s market cap is ¥1.42T.
When is West Japan Railway Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
West Japan Railway Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 30, 2026 which is in 28 days.
How were West Japan Railway Company’s earnings last quarter?
West Japan Railway Company released its earnings results on Feb 03, 2026. The company reported ¥75.56 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥92.611 by -¥17.051.
Is West Japan Railway Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts West Japan Railway Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does West Japan Railway Company pay dividends?
West Japan Railway Company pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥45.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3%. 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 5.05.
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 ¥75.56 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥92.611. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.654%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of West Japan Railway Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9021
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
West Japan Railway Company
West Japan Railway Company provides passenger railway transport services in Japan. The company operates through Transportation Operations, Retail Business, Real Estate Business, and Other Businesses segments. It operates a route length of 4,903.1 kilometers, comprising Shinkansen route of 812.6 kilometers and conventional lines of 4,090.5 kilometers; and 1,174 stations, as well as bus and ferry services. The company also engages in the selling of goods and food services; wholesaling; and other retail businesses. It is also involved in the operation of department stores, convenience stores, restaurants, souvenir shops, shopping centers, and others; selling and leasing of real estate; hotel; credit cards and electronic money; and travel, rolling stock and equipment, electrical contracting, electrical equipment, construction, information services, advertising, and other businesses. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
9021 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥3,400.00
▲(5.26% Upside)
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