Willis Lease Finance Corp. (WLFC)
NASDAQ:WLFC
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WLFC Stock Chart & Stats
$120.52
-$4.61(-2.15%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$120.52
-$4.61(-2.15%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$114.01 - $217.54
Previous CloseN/A
Volume18.80K
Average Volume (3M)46.79K
Market Cap
$1.42B
Enterprise Value$4.13B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$16.44M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.71B
Price to Earnings (P/E)8.1
Beta1.51
Next Earnings
May 12, 2026EPS Estimate
3.02Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.82%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.52
Shares Outstanding6,786,392
10 Day Avg. Volume53,309
30 Day Avg. Volume46,787
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio42.87
Price to Book (P/B)1.26
Price to Sales (P/S)1.36
P/FCF Ratio-3.80
Enterprise Value/Market Cap2.90
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.72
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit7.96
Enterprise Value/Ebitda10.26
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)14.71
Revenue Forecast (FY)$643.00M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue And Profitability RecoverySustained multi-year revenue and profit recovery demonstrates underlying demand for spare engines and trading activity. Strong adjusted EBITDA and record EBT indicate scalable margin capacity in leasing/trading operations, supporting durable earnings power as air travel normalizes.
High Portfolio Utilization & ScaleElevated utilization and a larger owned portfolio signal robust asset deployment and revenue visibility across maintenance cycles. Higher utilization reduces vacancy risk and supports steady lease income, making revenue streams more resilient across aviation cycles.
Launch Of Willis Aviation Capital & Strategic PartnersCreating third‑party fund vehicles with large institutional partners diversifies fee income and enables off‑balance-sheet AUM expansion. This reduces reliance on owned-asset returns, increases recurring management fees, and improves capital efficiency over the medium term.
Bears Say
High Leverage And Reporting UncertaintyAn asset‑heavy leasing model is sensitive to high leverage; elevated historical debt increases refinancing risk and interest expense during downturns. Conflicting latest debt reporting raises transparency risk, complicating long‑term balance sheet assessment and covenant planning.
Volatile Free Cash Flow And Cash ReportingPersistent volatility and occasional negative free cash flow constrain the firm's ability to deleverage, fund capex, or sustain dividends from operations. Inconsistent cash reporting reduces confidence in cash conversion trends, complicating forecasts for sustainable shareholder returns.
Rising Impairments, Costs, And Engine Technical RiskIncreasing write‑downs, higher technical and depreciation costs, and OEM engine issues create durable margin pressure and more frequent shop visits. These factors raise maintenance volatility and lower realized returns on leased assets, stressing long‑term profitability and capital recycling.
Willis Lease Finance News
WLFC FAQ
What was Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. lowest stock price was $114.01 and its highest was $217.54 in the past 12 months.
What is Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s market cap?
Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s market cap is $1.42B.
When is Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 12, 2026 which is in 23 days.
How were Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. released its earnings results on Mar 10, 2026. The company reported $1.52 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $3.38 by -$1.86.
Is Willis Lease Finance Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Willis Lease Finance Corp. pay dividends?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.4 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.82%. See more information on Willis Lease Finance Corp. dividends here
What is Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s EPS estimate is 3.02.
How many shares outstanding does Willis Lease Finance Corp. have?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. has 6,786,392 shares outstanding.
What happened to Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. reported an EPS of $1.52 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $3.38. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.6%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Willis Lease Finance Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in WLFC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Willis Lease Finance Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
WLFC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 71.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $4.4M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-31.06%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
16.94%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
18.65%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Willis Lease Finance Corp.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) is a global leader in the aviation finance industry, specializing in the leasing and financing of commercial aircraft engines and other aviation-related assets. The company operates primarily within the aerospace sector, providing a range of services that include the leasing of aircraft engines, the management of spare parts, and the offering of comprehensive maintenance and repair programs. WLFC serves a diverse clientele, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers, ensuring a robust portfolio of aviation assets.
WLFC Company Deck
WLFC Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a predominantly positive operational and financial story: record revenues, record EBT, strong adjusted EBITDA growth, improved utilization, larger portfolio, expanded fee-generating businesses and the launch of Willis Aviation Capital with major partnerships. These highlights outweigh a set of manageable headwinds — increased impairments, higher G&A and finance costs, lumpy maintenance reserve timing, low margins in certain services while they scale, and some operational risks (grounded GTFs and LEAP issues). Management emphasized cash generation, portfolio value upside, returning capital to shareholders and strategic fund initiatives that should diversify and expand earnings over time.View all WLFC earnings summariesTechnical Analysis
Ownership Overview
62.24% Insiders
9.72% Mutual Funds
<0.01% Other Institutional Investors
20.72% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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