CJPRF (Central Japan Railway Co) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.16 (As of Mar. 2026) — 129% Above Median

What is Central Japan Railway Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

Central Japan Railway Co CJPRF 86 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16 as of Mar. 2026, which is 129% above its 10-year median of 0.07. GuruFocus rates CJPRF with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of $31.19 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 566 Transportation companies, Central Japan Railway Co ranks better than 97.35% on this metric.

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.16.

The historical rank and industry rank for Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

CJPRF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.06 Med: 0.07 Max: 0.12
Current: 0.06

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Central Japan Railway Co was 0.12. The lowest was 0.06. And the median was 0.07.

CJPRF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
97.35% of 566 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 0.45 vs CJPRF: 0.06

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of Central Japan Railway Co is 0.84%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Central Japan Railway Co was 1.18%. The lowest was 0.54%. And the median was 0.77%.

Central Japan Railway Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.10.

During the past 12 months, Central Japan Railway Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.20% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.80% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.80% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 1.50% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Central Japan Railway Co was 15.60% per year. The lowest was -3.60% per year. And the median was 5.30% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.

Central Japan Railway Co (OTCPK:CJPRF) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation

In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.

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Central Japan Railway Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

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Central Japan Railway Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

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CJPRF vs UNP, CSX, NSC: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Railroads subindustry, Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Central Japan Railway Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.

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Central Japan Railway Co Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Mar. 2026 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Mar. 2026 )
	=	0.202	/	3.605
	=	0.06

Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )	/	EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
	=	0.101	/	0.622
	=	0.16

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.16 mean?

Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.16 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Central Japan Railway Co and its competitors. This is 129% above median its historical median of 0.07. Over the past decade, Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 0.12. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Japan Railway Co ranks #15 out of 566 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 2.7%.

Is Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

Central Japan Railway Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.16 is 129% above median its 10-year median of 0.07. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.06 to a high of 0.12. The Transportation industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.45. Central Japan Railway Co's value of 0.16 is 64.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Japan Railway Co ranks #15 out of 566 companies in the Transportation industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Central Japan Railway Co has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does Central Japan Railway Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to UNP and CSX?

According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, Central Japan Railway Co ranks #15 out of 566 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Central Japan Railway Co in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.45. Central Japan Railway Co's value of 0.16 is 64.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Central Japan Railway Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 0.12 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.07 vs. the industry median of 0.45, Central Japan Railway Co has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.

What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for a Transportation company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Transportation companies is 0.45, based on 566 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Japan Railway Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.16 is 64.4% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.

What does a high Dividend Payout Ratio mean?

A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Central Japan Railway Co and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Japan Railway Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16, which is 129% above median its own 10-year median of 0.07. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.

Is Central Japan Railway Co stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $31.19, compared to a current price of $24.05 — trading 22.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16, which is 129% above median its 10-year median of 0.07 and 64.4% below the Transportation industry median of 0.45. Central Japan Railway Co's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.

How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?

Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Central Japan Railway Co (CJPRF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Japan Railway Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $24.05 is trading 22.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $31.19. GuruFocus considers Central Japan Railway Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for CJPRF:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.16 (129% above median its 10-year median of 0.07)
GF Value™: $31.19 vs. price of $24.05 (22.9% below fair value)
GF Score™: 86/100 with 2 warning signs
Industry Position: 64.4% below the Transportation median (#15 of 566)

No single metric tells the full story. See the CJPRF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Central Japan Railway Co Business Description

Industry Industrials Transportation

Comparable Companies TSE:9020 TSE:9021 TSE:9023 TSE:9007 TSE:9001 TSE:9009 TSE:9031 TSE:7102 TSE:9052 TSE:9081 UNP CSX TSX:CP TSX:CNR NSC WAB SHSE:601816 HKSE:00066 HKSE:01766 SHSE:601006

Other Exchanges CJPRY:USA 9022:Japan JAP:Germany

Address 1-1-4 Meieki, JR Central Towers, Nakamura-ku, Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya, JPN, 450-6101

Website https://www.jr-central.co.jp

Central Japan Railway Company, or JR Central, is the main railway operator in Nagoya and the Chubu region in central Japan. It was originally established when the government-owned nationwide railway operator underwent a six-way territorial split in 1987. Its main asset is the Tokaido Shinkansen, which spans Japan's most wealthy and populous area and links Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Kyoto, and Osaka. It contributes three-fourths of revenue, with most of the balance from merchandise, conventional train lines, and real estate.

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