Update shared on27 Aug 2025
Fair value Increased 3.34%East Japan Railway’s fair value estimate was revised upward, primarily reflecting a slight increase in its Future P/E multiple, with the consensus analyst price target rising from ¥3,498 to ¥3,572.
What's in the News
- Board authorized a share buyback plan for up to 2,404,700 shares (0.21% of issued share capital) to support an employee stock compensation plan and maintain capital flexibility.
- Company completed the repurchase of 2,404,700 shares for ¥7,738.32 million, fulfilling the buyback program.
- Reports indicated Bain Capital, possibly with East Japan Railway and Tokyu Corporation, advanced in bidding for Sapporo Holdings’ real estate unit, but JR East denies participation or collaboration with Bain.
Valuation Changes
Summary of Valuation Changes for East Japan Railway
- The Consensus Analyst Price Target has risen slightly from ¥3498 to ¥3572.
- The Future P/E for East Japan Railway has risen slightly from 17.17x to 17.53x.
- The Discount Rate for East Japan Railway remained effectively unchanged, moving only marginally from 8.86% to 8.95%.
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