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West Japan Railway (WJRYY)
OTHER OTC:WJRYY
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West Japan Railway (WJRYY) Price & Analysis

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WJRYY Stock Chart & Stats

$19.84
-$0.08(-0.47%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$19.84
-$0.08(-0.47%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue And Margin RecoveryA clear recovery in revenue and margins indicates improved operating leverage and demand across services. Sustained mid-single-digit plus revenue growth with higher gross and EBIT margins supports durable earnings, strengthens internally generated funds and improves resilience to cyclical dips.
Operating Cash Flow RecoveryRestored positive operating cash flow after prior negative periods demonstrates the business can generate cash from core operations. This strengthens the company's ability to fund capital-intensive rail assets and station-area investments without immediate reliance on new debt issuance.
Diversified Station-area And Network BusinessesThe mix of transportation and non-transport station-area businesses diversifies revenue and captures customer footfall value. Real estate and retail cash flows soften sensitivity to ridership swings and create recurring rental and leasing income tied to strategic network locations.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageDebt materially exceeding equity limits financial flexibility in a capital-intensive industry. Elevated leverage increases interest burden and reduces room for discretionary investment or dividend support during demand shocks, making the company more vulnerable to macro or ridership downturns.
Inconsistent Free Cash Flow ConversionVolatile free cash flow conversion undermines the predictability of funds available for capex, debt repayment and shareholder returns. For a rail operator with steady capex needs, weak FCF conversion raises funding risk and may force reliance on debt or asset sales to cover investments.
Sensitivity To Demand Shocks And Modest Net MarginsModest net margins combined with prior losses show profitability is exposed to ridership and cost swings. Given high fixed costs and capital intensity, margin compression from lower passenger volumes or rising costs can quickly reverse earnings recovery and strain cash generation.

WJRYY FAQ

What was West Japan Railway’s price range in the past 12 months?
West Japan Railway lowest stock price was $17.14 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 $7.82B.
      When is West Japan Railway’s upcoming earnings report date?
      West Japan Railway’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 75 days.
        How were West Japan Railway’s earnings last quarter?
        West Japan Railway released its earnings results on Apr 30, 2026. The company reported $0.095 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.032 by $0.063.
          Is West Japan Railway overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts West Japan Railway’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does West Japan Railway pay dividends?
            West Japan Railway pays a Annually dividend of $0.25 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.59%. See more information on West Japan Railway dividends here
              What is West Japan Railway’s EPS estimate?
              West Japan Railway’s EPS estimate is 0.48.
                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 $0.095 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.032. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.377%.
                    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

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                      Technicals

                      SMA
                      Positive
                      20 days / 200 days
                      Momentum
                      15.38%
                      12-Months-Change

                      Fundamentals

                      Return on Equity
                      10.79%
                      Trailing 12-Months
                      Asset Growth
                      -0.13%
                      Trailing 12-Months

                      Company Description

                      West Japan Railway

                      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.

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                      Ownership Overview

                      <0.01%100.00%
                      Insiders
                      <0.01% Other Institutional Investors
                      100.00% Public Companies and
                      Individual Investors

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