Japan Tobacco (JAPAF) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Japan Tobacco Inc. (OTCMKTS: JAPAF) is a leading global tobacco company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Through its principal operating unit, Japan Tobacco International (JTI), the company manufactures, markets and distributes a wide range of tobacco products in over 130 countries. Its portfolio includes flagship cigarette brands such as Mevius (formerly Mild Seven), Winston and Camel (outside the United States), as well as a growing selection of next-generation products in the heated tobacco and oral nicotine segments.

In addition to tobacco, Japan Tobacco operates diversified business units spanning pharmaceuticals and processed foods. The pharmaceutical division focuses on nicotine replacement therapies and other respiratory and cardiovascular treatments, while the food business offers seasonings, snacks and convenience foods under several domestic brands. These complementary segments reflect the company’s strategy to leverage its manufacturing, research and development capabilities across multiple consumer goods markets.

Japan Tobacco traces its origins to the state‐run Japan Tobacco and Salt Public Corporation established in 1949. It was reorganized and partially privatized as Japan Tobacco Inc. in 1985, creating one of the world’s first publicly traded tobacco companies. Today, the Japanese government remains its largest shareholder, with strategic board representation. The company’s international expansion accelerated with the 2007 acquisition of the United Kingdom–based Gallaher Group, solidifying its presence in Europe and emerging markets.

The company is governed by a board of directors that includes representatives of its major stakeholders and is led by a president and chief executive officer supported by an executive management team. Under this leadership, Japan Tobacco continues to pursue innovation in product development, a disciplined approach to cost management and a commitment to corporate responsibility, including efforts in sustainability, public health research and community engagement across its global operations.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $31.30 to $31.30
• 50-Day Range: $28.11 to $32.26
• 52-Week Range: $23.90 to $32.26
• Volume: 300 shs
• Average Volume: 2,800 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: 0.14
• Dividend Yield: 254.65%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

Japan Tobacco Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Japan Tobacco scored higher than 4% 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 Japan Tobacco.

Earnings and Valuation

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

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Japan Tobacco is 0.14, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 26.44.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Japan Tobacco is 0.14, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Defensive sector average P/E ratio of about 13.20.

Short Interest

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Japan Tobacco has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 158.9, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Japan Tobacco has recently increased by 34.39%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

Japan Tobacco pays a meaningful dividend of 2.54%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

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

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of Japan Tobacco is 35.34%. 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

Japan Tobacco has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 158.9, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Japan Tobacco has recently increased by 34.39%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 0.9 / 5
• News Sentiment: -0.40

News Sentiment

Japan Tobacco has a news sentiment score of -0.40. 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 0.56 average news sentiment score of Consumer Defensive companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for Japan Tobacco 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, Japan Tobacco insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 24.69% of the stock of Japan Tobacco is held by institutions.

JAPAF Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have JAPAF shares performed this year?

Japan Tobacco's stock was trading at $28.50 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, JAPAF stock has increased by 9.8% and is now trading at $31.30.

How do I buy shares of Japan Tobacco?

Shares of JAPAF 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

• Today: 7/17/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Consumer Defensive
• Industry: Tobacco
• Sub-Industry: Personal Services
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:JAPAF
• CIK: N/A
• Web: www.jt.com
• Phone: (133) 582-3111
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 53,239
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 0.14
• 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