Central Japan Railway (CJPRY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Central Japan Railway Company (OTCMKTS:CJPRY), commonly known as JR Central, is a leading railway operator in Japan. Established in 1987 through the privatization of Japanese National Railways, the company manages an extensive network of conventional rail lines and the world-renowned Tōkaidō Shinkansen high-speed rail corridor linking Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka. With its headquarters in Nagoya, JR Central plays a vital role in regional mobility and economic development in Japan’s densely populated Chūbu region.

The company’s core business centers on passenger rail services, spanning commuter routes, intercity lines, and premium high‐speed rail travel. The Tōkaidō Shinkansen is a flagship offering, celebrated for its punctuality, frequency, and safety standards. Beyond standard operations, JR Central invests in next-generation rail technology, notably the Chūō Shinkansen Maglev project, which aims to connect Tokyo and Nagoya at speeds exceeding 300 miles per hour. This Maglev initiative underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and future-oriented infrastructure.

Complementing its rail operations, JR Central has diversified into real estate development, retail, and tourism services. The company manages station-front commercial complexes, hotels, and office buildings, while its travel agency subsidiary organizes domestic and international tours. Additional ventures include bus services, logistics, and information technology solutions tailored to transport management and passenger convenience. Through these subsidiaries, JR Central enhances the overall travel experience and creates integrated urban hubs around major stations.

JR Central’s leadership emphasizes safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The company is headed by President and CEO Yoshiyuki Kasai, supported by a board of directors with expertise in transportation, engineering, and corporate governance. Since its inception, JR Central has maintained a record of reliable operations and continuous improvement, reflecting its mission to deliver high‐quality rail services and drive innovation in the transportation sector.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $11.25 to $11.66
• 50-Day Range: $10.36 to $11.28
• 52-Week Range: $8.74 to $12.50
• Volume: 12,543 shs
• Average Volume: 138,751 shs
• Market Capitalization: $22.14 billion
• P/E Ratio: 7.35
• Dividend Yield: 0.62%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

Central Japan Railway Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Central Japan Railway scored higher than 74% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for Central Japan Railway.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 3.1 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: 7.41%

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Central Japan Railway are expected to grow by 7.41% in the coming year, from $1.35 to $1.45 per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Central Japan Railway is 7.35, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 25.92.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Central Japan Railway is 7.35, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Transportation sector average P/E ratio of about 12.88.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Central Japan Railway has a P/B Ratio of 0.72. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 5.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.00% of the float of Central Japan Railway has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Central Japan Railway has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.4, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Central Japan Railway has recently decreased by 64.19%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

Central Japan Railway has a dividend yield of 0.68%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

Central Japan Railway does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of Central Japan Railway is 4.58%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Dividend Sustainability

Based on earnings estimates, Central Japan Railway will have a dividend payout ratio of 4.83% next year. This indicates that Central Japan Railway will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.00% of the float of Central Japan Railway has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Central Japan Railway has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.4, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Central Japan Railway has recently decreased by 64.19%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.9 / 5
• News Sentiment: 1.16

News Sentiment

Central Japan Railway has a news sentiment score of 1.16. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.54 average news sentiment score of Transportation companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for Central Japan Railway this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Central Japan Railway insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 0.01% of the stock of Central Japan Railway is held by institutions.

CJPRY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have CJPRY shares performed this year?

Central Japan Railway's stock was trading at $9.35 at the beginning of 2025. Since then, CJPRY shares have increased by 20.3% and is now trading at $11.25.

How were Central Japan Railway's earnings last quarter?

Central Japan Railway Co. (OTCMKTS:CJPRY) announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April, 30th. The company reported $0.27 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $0.18 by $0.09. The business had revenue of $3.26 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.95 billion. Central Japan Railway had a net margin of 20.14% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 10.27%.

How do I buy shares of Central Japan Railway?

Shares of CJPRY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 4/30/2025
• Today: 7/09/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/29/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 3/31/2026

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Transportation
• Industry: TRANS - RAIL
• Sub-Industry: Personal Services
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:CJPRY
• CIK: 1334687
• Web: www.jr-central.co.jp
• Phone: (152) 564-2620
• Fax: 815-2587-1300
• Employees: 29,282
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $1.53
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 7.26
• Forward P/E Ratio: 8.23
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $3.03 billion
• Net Margins: 20.14%
• Pretax Margin: 35.26%
• Return on Equity: 10.27%
• Return on Assets: 4.59%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 1.01
• Current Ratio: 2.48
• Quick Ratio: 2.43

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $12.03 billion
• Price / Sales: 1.82
• Cash Flow: $2.25 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 4.94
• Book Value: $15.62 per share
• Price / Book: 0.71

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 1,967,990,000
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: $21.86 billion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.35