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Willis Lease Finance
(NASDAQ:WLFC)
Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)
Willis Lease Finance Business Overview & Revenue Model
Willis Lease Finance Earnings Call Summary
Willis Lease Finance Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 569.22M | 407.97M | 311.93M | 274.20M | 288.69M |
| Gross Profit | 429.44M | 301.84M | 202.83M | 168.77M | 177.39M |
| EBITDA | 345.63M | 236.85M | 164.80M | 167.63M | 176.90M |
| Net Income | 108.61M | 43.78M | 5.44M | 3.35M | 9.75M |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 3.30B | 2.65B | 2.58B | 2.46B | 2.36B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 9.11M | 7.07M | 12.15M | 14.33M | 42.54M |
| Total Debt | 2.26B | 1.80B | 1.85B | 1.79B | 1.69B |
| Total Liabilities | 2.75B | 2.16B | 2.17B | 2.09B | 2.00B |
| Stockholders Equity | 549.34M | 488.93M | 404.69M | 375.88M | 364.01M |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | -546.07M | 60.96M | -148.60M | -117.29M | -318.78M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 284.41M | 229.74M | 144.42M | 90.66M | 93.44M |
| Investing Cash Flow | -764.91M | -92.78M | -194.38M | -148.00M | -506.67M |
| Financing Cash Flow | 444.98M | -57.94M | 43.33M | 74.05M | 428.48M |
Willis Lease Finance Technical Analysis
Willis Lease Finance Risk Analysis
Willis Lease Finance Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 Outperform | $6.44B | 10.22 | 9.22% | 1.51% | 2.81% | 15.38% | |
76 Outperform | $19.95B | 9.74 | 12.52% | 0.93% | 4.77% | -25.67% | |
75 Outperform | $975.11M | 9.91 | 18.32% | 0.71% | 32.55% | 70.32% | |
71 Outperform | $7.32B | 14.72 | 16.41% | 1.83% | 3.68% | ― | |
58 Neutral | HK$14.94B | 4.62 | -2.78% | 5.07% | 3.80% | -54.55% | |
57 Neutral | $7.30B | 8.26 | 78.26% | ― | -2.78% | -296.07% | |
57 Neutral | $2.37B | ― | -244.63% | ― | -6.61% | -1516.07% |
Willis Lease Finance Corporate Events
On July 15, 2025, Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced it will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2025 on August 5, 2025, before the market opens. The company will hold a conference call at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss these results, which reflects its commitment to transparency and engagement with stakeholders.
On June 30, 2025, Willis Lease Finance Corporation completed the sale of its UK-based consultancy arm, Bridgend Asset Management Limited, to its joint venture with Mitsui & Co., Ltd., Willis Mitsui & Co. Engine Support Limited, for $45 million. This transaction enhances the joint venture’s capabilities in aviation asset management and positions it to better serve the global aviation market, with WLFC retaining a 50% stake and continuing to leverage the joint venture’s services.
On June 18, 2025, Willis Lease Finance Corporation and its subsidiary, Willis Engine Structured Trust VIII, completed the issuance of $596 million in fixed rate notes, secured by interests in 62 aircraft engines and two airframes. This transaction is expected to enhance the company’s financial flexibility, supporting its operations and strategic goals in the aviation industry.
On June 5, 2025, Willis Lease Finance Corporation held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders, where 90% of the outstanding common shares were represented. During the meeting, two Class III Directors, Brendan Curran and Charles F. Willis, IV, were elected for a three-year term, and the appointment of Grant Thornton LLP as the independent auditors for 2025 was ratified.
On June 5, 2025, Willis Lease Finance Corporation and its subsidiary, Willis Engine Structured Trust VIII, entered into a note purchase agreement to issue and sell $596 million in fixed rate notes, secured by a portfolio of aircraft engines and airframes. The transaction, set to close on June 18, 2025, aims to strengthen the company’s financial position, although the notes will not be registered under the Securities Act and are offered only to qualified institutional buyers.
On June 3, 2025, Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced the offering of $596 million in fixed rate notes through its subsidiary, Willis Engine Structured Trust VIII. The proceeds from this offering will be used to cover fees, secure reserves, and finance the acquisition of aircraft engines and airframes, while also aiding in debt repayment and general corporate purposes.
On May 14, 2025, Dean Poulakidas resigned as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, receiving a compensation package totaling approximately $6.8 million, which includes accelerated stock vesting. His successor, Clifton Dameron, was appointed on the same day, bringing extensive experience in aviation and corporate law, having previously served as Chief Legal Officer at Carlyle Aviation Partners. Dameron’s appointment is expected to strengthen WLFC’s legal functions and support its market opportunities.
On May 7, 2025, Willis Asset Management Limited, a subsidiary of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, entered into a Share Purchase Agreement to sell Bridgend Asset Management Limited, its UK-based aviation consultancy business, to Willis Mitsui & Co Engine Support Limited for $45 million. This strategic move aims to enhance the joint venture’s capabilities in aviation services and expand its service offerings and asset portfolio, reflecting WLFC’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. The transaction is expected to unlock fresh capital for WLFC, which can be reinvested to accelerate its portfolio growth, and further solidify the long-term relationship between WLFC and Mitsui.