WIJ Stock Chart & Stats
€46.40
-€1.50(-2.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€46.40
-€1.50(-2.46%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€32.80 - €67.33
Previous CloseN/A
Volume0.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
€707.68M
Enterprise Value€3.89B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€10.72M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€2.32B
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.4
Beta0.90
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2026EPS Estimate
1.26Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.30
Shares Outstanding21,144,112
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio135.38
Price to Book (P/B)3.79
Price to Sales (P/S)4.07
P/FCF Ratio-11.39
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€71.19Price Target Upside53.43% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)6.21
Revenue Forecast (FY)€636.07M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Assets Under Management GrowthRapid AUM expansion shows WLFC is scaling beyond its existing leasing base and attracting greater activity through managed funds and joint ventures. Continued growth in WAC can broaden fee streams, improve asset deployment, and support a larger platform over the next several quarters.
Strong ProfitabilityHigh operating and EBITDA margins indicate that WLFC converts leasing and aviation-service revenue into substantial operating profit. This profitability provides capacity to absorb normal utilization variability, fund portfolio investment, and preserve earnings power as the platform expands.
Modern Engine PortfolioA large modern-engine concentration positions WLFC to participate in growing maintenance demand as these engines mature and require more frequent off-wing work. The portfolio mix can support durable leasing relevance and service opportunities across the aviation asset lifecycle.
Bears Say
High LeverageThe debt-heavy capital structure can amplify earnings volatility and reduce financial flexibility when asset values, lease demand, or funding conditions change. Substantial leverage also limits the company’s ability to pursue growth or absorb operating setbacks without relying on additional financing.
Negative Free Cash FlowPersistent negative free cash flow indicates that investment, capital expenditure, or working-capital demands consume cash after operations. If this pattern continues, WLFC may have less internally generated funding for acquisitions, debt reduction, and portfolio expansion, increasing dependence on external capital.
Weaker Revenue MomentumThe recent revenue contraction makes near-term earnings less predictable even though margins remain strong. A weaker top-line trajectory can constrain operating leverage, reduce cash available for reinvestment, and make future growth more dependent on successful acquisitions, asset deployment, or recovery in utilization.
Willis Lease Finance News
WIJ FAQ
What was Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. lowest stock price was €32.80 and its highest was €67.33 in the past 12 months.
What is Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s market cap?
Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s market cap is €707.68M.
When is Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 10 days.
How were Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. released its earnings results on Aug 04, 2026. The company reported €1.126 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.774 by €0.352.
Is Willis Lease Finance Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Willis Lease Finance Corp. pay dividends?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s EPS estimate is 1.26.
How many shares outstanding does Willis Lease Finance Corp. have?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. has 21,144,112 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 €1.126 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.774. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.626%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Willis Lease Finance Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:WIJ
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Willis Lease Finance Stock Smart Score
Underperform
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
€71.19 (53.43% Upside)
€71.19 (53.43% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
DE:WIJ Sentiment 86%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth €1.7M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-13.85%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
12.63%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.43%
Trailing 12-Months
Learn more about TipRanks Smart Score
Company Description
Willis Lease Finance Corp.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) is an international enterprise specializing in the leasing and maintenance of commercial aircraft and their engines. The company operates through two distinct divisions: Leasing and Related Services, and Spare Parts Sales. The Leasing and Related Services segment is dedicated to acquiring, leasing, and facilitating the purchase and resale of commercial aircraft, engines, and associated equipment, alongside other related ventures. In parallel, the Spare Parts Sales segment concentrates on sourcing and distributing pre-owned engine components, complete engines, modular engine units, and various portable aviation parts. Beyond its core leasing and sales activities, WLFC also provides expert engine management and consultancy services. Its clientele primarily consists of commercial airline operators and organizations involved in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). As of December 31, 2021, WLFC's owned lease portfolio comprised 304 engines, 12 aircraft, one marine vessel, and other leased components. At that time, it served 76 lessees across 40 countries. Furthermore, the company was responsible for managing a substantial portfolio of 475 engines, aircraft, and related assets for third parties. Established in 1985, Willis Lease Finance Corporation maintains its principal office in Coconut Creek, Florida.
WIJ Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed clear operational momentum: strong AUM growth (+21%), a nearly 80% expansion in WAC, positive adjusted EBITDA growth (+4%), strategic fund seeding and M&A activity, meaningful liquidity ($1.3B discretionary capital) and a low leverage profile (2.78x). Headwinds included declines in maintenance reserve and parts/equipment sales, modest utilization softness, higher G&A/legal and a refinancing-related loss that increased finance costs. Management emphasized portfolio modernization, growing asset-management fee streams, and notable service wins (Pratt & Whitney) that support the company’s growth trajectory despite some near-term revenue mix headwinds. Overall, positives (scaling AUM, fund momentum, capital flexibility, services wins, and profitable adjusted EBITDA) outweigh the near-term operational and one-time challenges.View all DE:WIJ earnings summariesWIJ Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€71.19
▲(53.43% Upside)