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Willis Lease Finance Corp. (DE:WIJ)
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Willis Lease Finance (WIJ) Price & Analysis

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WIJ Stock Chart & Stats

€60.50
-€1.50(-2.46%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€60.50
-€1.50(-2.46%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Assets Under Management GrowthRapid AUM and WAC growth expands WLFC’s leasing and asset-management platform, supporting recurring fee opportunities and greater scale. Continued third-party fund growth could reduce reliance on balance-sheet funding while broadening the company’s customer and investment reach.
Modern Engine PortfolioA modernized engine portfolio positions WLFC for sustained demand as newer engines enter more frequent maintenance cycles. The Pratt & Whitney storage agreement and planned WERC expansion also strengthen its technical and aftermarket service capabilities.
Strong ProfitabilityHigh operating and EBITDA margins demonstrate strong economics in WLFC’s specialized leasing and services model. The multi-year earnings recovery indicates meaningful profit-generation capability, providing a durable base for reinvestment, fleet expansion and continued shareholder distributions.
Bears Say
High LeverageWLFC’s debt-heavy capital structure increases sensitivity to interest costs, asset values and lease-market disruptions. High leverage can amplify earnings volatility and constrain financial flexibility when the company needs to fund acquisitions, maintenance or portfolio growth.
Negative Free Cash FlowPersistent negative free cash flow shows that investment and working-capital needs are absorbing cash after operations. This may increase dependence on debt or asset sales to fund fleet expansion and maintenance, limiting the financial resilience of an asset-intensive leasing model.
Revenue And Utilization PressureThe revenue decline and lower utilization reduce near-term earnings predictability, while maintenance-reserve and equipment-sale revenue also weakened. Although portfolio modernization may help longer term, the current mix shift and asset movements can weigh on leasing yields and cash generation.

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WIJ FAQ

What was Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. lowest stock price was €32.83 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 €990.68M.
      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 62 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 €1.135 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.78 by €0.355.
          Is Willis Lease Finance Corp. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            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 1.33.
              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 €1.135 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.78. 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

                    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.

                    Willis Lease Finance (WIJ) Earnings & Revenues

                    WIJ Earnings Call

                    Q2 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    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 summaries
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