Japan Tob (JAPAY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Japan Tobacco Inc., trading as an American Depositary Receipt on the OTC market under the ticker OTCMKTS:JAPAY, is a global leader in the manufacturing and sale of tobacco and nicotine products. The company’s core portfolio includes well-known cigarette brands such as Mevius (formerly Mild Seven), Winston, Camel (under license), LD and Natural American Spirit. In response to shifting consumer preferences and regulatory pressures, Japan Tobacco has also developed heated tobacco units, e-vapor products and tobacco-free nicotine pouches.

Originally established in 1898 as a government monopoly, Japan Tobacco was privatized in 1985 and has since pursued a strategy of international expansion. Today, it conducts operations in more than 120 countries, with strong market positions across Asia, Europe, the Americas and Eastern Europe. Beyond tobacco, the company maintains a pharmaceutical segment focused on biopharmaceuticals, immunological therapies and vaccine development, as well as a food business that leverages its processing and distribution capabilities in select regions.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan Tobacco is overseen by an experienced board of directors and supported by an executive management team responsible for global strategy and operations. The company places emphasis on sustainability initiatives—addressing environmental impact, responsible marketing and community engagement—and continues to invest in product innovation and geographic diversification to adapt to the evolving regulatory landscape and changing consumer behaviors in the nicotine and pharmaceutical markets.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $16.65 to $16.70
• 50-Day Range: $15.79 to $16.75
• 52-Week Range: $11.91 to $16.92
• Volume: 65,399 shs
• Average Volume: 45,485 shs
• Market Capitalization: $59.27 billion
• P/E Ratio: 18.34
• Dividend Yield: 2.52%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Strong Buy

JAPAY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have JAPAY shares performed this year?

Japan Tob's stock was trading at $12.8001 at the start of the year. Since then, JAPAY stock has increased by 30.4% and is now trading at $16.69.

How were Japan Tob's earnings last quarter?

Japan Tob (OTCMKTS:JAPAY) posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July, 31st. The company reported $0.32 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.25 by $0.07. The firm earned $6.03 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $896.47 billion. Japan Tob had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 11.97% and a net margin of 14.55%.

How do I buy shares of Japan Tob?

Shares of JAPAY 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: 10/17/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 10/30/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Consumer Staples
• Industry: TOBACCO
• Sub-Industry: Personal Services
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:JAPAY
• CIK: N/A
• Web: www.jt.com
• Phone: (133) 582-3111
• Fax: 810355721441
• Employees: 53,000
• Year Founded: 1999

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $0.91
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 18.34
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $3.06 billion
• Net Margins: 14.55%
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: 11.97%
• Return on Assets: 6.14%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.35
• Current Ratio: 1.84
• Quick Ratio: 1.32

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $20.83 billion
• Price / Sales: 2.85
• Cash Flow: $1.22 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 13.72
• Book Value: $7.68 per share
• Price / Book: 2.17

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 3,551,180,000
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: $59.27 billion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.35