East Japan Railway (EJPRY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

East Japan Railway Company (OTCMKTS:EJPRY) is a leading passenger railway operator in Japan, providing commuter, regional and high-speed rail services primarily across the country’s eastern corridor. Best known for its extensive network in the Tokyo metropolitan area, the company operates conventional lines as well as several Shinkansen bullet train routes, connecting the capital with prefectures to the north and northeast. Through its integrated timetable and ticketing systems, East Japan Railway delivers reliable transport solutions for daily commuters, business travelers and domestic tourists.

In addition to rail operations, the company oversees a diversified portfolio of transportation services, including intercity and long-distance bus routes, as well as regional ferry connections in coastal areas. Its station facilities often host retail shops, restaurants and convenience services, reflecting the company’s strategy to enhance the travel experience and generate ancillary revenue. Real estate development around major stations forms another pillar of its business model, leveraging property assets to create shopping complexes, office towers and residential buildings.

East Japan Railway is also active in information technology and communications, offering smart-card ticketing systems and mobile applications for route planning, timetable updates and digital fare payment. The company invests in research and innovation for enhanced safety measures, such as platform monitoring systems and automated train control technologies, aiming to set industry benchmarks for operational efficiency and customer service.

Founded in April 1987 following the privatization of the Japanese National Railways, East Japan Railway is headquartered in Tokyo and governed by a board of directors led by a president and executive team. Its network serves key economic and cultural centers across eastern Japan, establishing the company as an integral component of the country’s transportation infrastructure.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $12.37 to $12.55
• 50-Day Range: $10.56 to $12.85
• 52-Week Range: $8.09 to $12.99
• Volume: 76,978 shs
• Average Volume: 65,298 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: 0.15
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Strong Buy

East Japan Railway Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

East Japan Railway scored higher than 7% 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 East Japan Railway.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of East Japan Railway is 0.15, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 280.39.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of East Japan Railway is 0.15, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Industrials sector average P/E ratio of about 312.92.

Short Interest

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

East Japan Railway has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.6, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in East Japan Railway has recently increased by 60.93%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

East Japan Railway does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

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

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of East Japan Railway is 0.18%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Sustainability and ESG

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

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

East Japan Railway has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.6, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in East Japan Railway has recently increased by 60.93%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• News Sentiment: N/A

News Sentiment

East Japan Railway has a news sentiment score of -0.50. 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 lower news sentiment than the 0.69 average news sentiment score of Industrials companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 1 news article for East Japan Railway this week, compared to 0 articles on an average week.

Company Ownership

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

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

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

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 0.04% of the stock of East Japan Railway is held by institutions.

EJPRY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have EJPRY shares performed this year?

East Japan Railway's stock was trading at $8.83 at the beginning of the year. Since then, EJPRY shares have increased by 41.7% and is now trading at $12.51.

How were East Japan Railway's earnings last quarter?

East Japan Railway (OTCMKTS:EJPRY) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July, 31st. The company reported $0.20 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The firm earned $4.95 billion during the quarter.

How do I buy shares of East Japan Railway?

Shares of EJPRY 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: 7/31/2025
• Today: 9/15/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 10/30/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Industrials
• Industry: Railroads
• Sub-Industry: N/A
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:EJPRY
• CIK: 1093028
• Web: www.jreast.co.jp
• Phone: (135) 334-1111
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 69,235
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 0.15
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: N/A
• Price / Sales: N/A
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: N/A
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: N/A
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: N/A