Rakuten’s Turbulent Ride: A Year of Price Fluctuations

Rakuten, the Japanese e-commerce giant, has been on a wild ride over the past year. The company’s stock price has been on a rollercoaster, with significant highs and lows that have left investors wondering what’s next.

The stock reached its 52-week high of ¥1,069.5 on September 2, 2024. This was a remarkable milestone, marking the highest point for Rakuten’s stock in over a year. However, the company’s fortunes took a drastic turn just weeks later, when the stock plummeted to a 52-week low of ¥649.6 on August 4, 2024. This marked a staggering decline of over ¥419.9 from its peak, leaving investors reeling.

But what’s the current state of Rakuten’s stock? As of the last available data, it closed at ¥800.9 on an unspecified date in 2025. While this is a significant improvement from its 52-week low, it’s still a far cry from its peak. The question on everyone’s mind is: what will happen next?

Here are some key statistics that highlight Rakuten’s price fluctuations over the past year:

• 52-week high: ¥1,069.5 (September 2, 2024)
• 52-week low: ¥649.6 (August 4, 2024)
• Current price: ¥800.9 (as of an unspecified date in 2025)
• Price range: ¥419.9 (difference between 52-week high and low)