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WLFC Stock Chart & Stats
$54.62
$1.42(2.06%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$54.62
$1.42(2.06%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$36.39 - $81.54
Previous Close$70.47
Volume274.89K
Average Volume (3M)206.43K
Market Cap
$781.49M
Enterprise Value$3.89B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$10.72M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.32B
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.0
Beta1.30
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2026EPS Estimate
1.47Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.36%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.30
Shares Outstanding21,144,112
10 Day Avg. Volume234,142
30 Day Avg. Volume206,427
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 Cap4.98
Enterprise Value/Revenue5.11
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.55
Enterprise Value/Ebitda12.48
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$80.00Price Target Upside46.47% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)7.23
Revenue Forecast (FY)$740.00M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
AUM GrowthRapid AUM growth expands the platform’s earning base and demonstrates continued demand for WLFC’s leasing and asset-management capabilities. A larger managed portfolio can support recurring lease income, fees, and operating scale, making growth more durable than relying solely on individual asset sales.
Modern Engine PortfolioA portfolio concentrated in LEAP, GTF, and GEnx engines positions WLFC for recurring maintenance and leasing demand as these platforms mature. This modernization supports asset relevance, potential redeployment opportunities, and longer-term participation in evolving airline and MRO requirements.
Capital FlexibilitySubstantial discretionary capital and reported leverage of 2.78x provide capacity to fund aircraft and engine acquisitions, support managed vehicles, and pursue M&A. This flexibility can help WLFC respond to attractive aviation-asset opportunities while maintaining strategic control over portfolio growth.
Bears Say
High LeverageThe debt-heavy capital structure can amplify earnings volatility and reduce flexibility during weaker aviation conditions. Elevated leverage also increases the importance of asset values, lease collections, and refinancing execution, potentially limiting how aggressively WLFC can invest through a downturn.
Negative Free Cash FlowPersistent negative free cash flow indicates that investment, capital spending, or working-capital needs are absorbing more cash than the business generates after operations. Continued cash consumption may increase reliance on financing and constrain internally funded expansion, dividends, or debt reduction.
Revenue ContractionThe recent revenue decline makes near-term operating performance less predictable despite strong margins and a multiyear earnings recovery. Sustained contraction could weaken cash generation and reduce the company’s ability to leverage its expanding asset platform into consistent top-line growth.
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WLFC FAQ
What was Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Willis Lease Finance Corp. lowest stock price was $36.39 and its highest was $81.54 in the past 12 months.
What is Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s market cap?
Willis Lease Finance Corp.’s market cap is $781.49M.
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 6 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 $1.31 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.9 by $0.41.
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. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.133 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.36%. 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 1.47.
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 $1.31 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.9. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.78%.
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?
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
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$80.00 (46.47% Upside)
$80.00 (46.47% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
WLFC Sentiment 88%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 16.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $1.9M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-8.60%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
12.63%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-7.43%
Trailing 12-Months
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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.
WLFC 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 WLFC earnings summariesWLFC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$80.00
▲(46.47% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
55.59% Insiders
3.14% Mutual Funds
12.79% Other Institutional Investors
14.93% Public Companies and
Individual Investors