Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) Stock Overview
Operates as a lessor and servicer of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 2/6 |
| Dividends | 1/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$56.19 |
| 52 Week High | US$81.54 |
| 52 Week Low | US$38.00 |
| Beta | 0.72 |
| 1 Month Change | 2.16% |
| 3 Month Change | -11.40% |
| 1 Year Change | 11.74% |
| 3 Year Change | 314.08% |
| 5 Year Change | 351.33% |
| Change since IPO | 1,854.43% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Some Investors May Be Willing To Look Past Willis Lease Finance's (NASDAQ:WLFC) Soft Earnings
The most recent earnings report from Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) was disappointing for...Willis Lease Finance: A Rough Road Ahead
Summary Willis's Q2 results have shown us a demand softening, which caused maintenance reserves to decline and the utilization rate to drop from 87% to 85% YoY. The management fees segment grew significantly by 113%, but given that the firm still accrues most of its revenue from the leasing business, we still need to value against PB. The current PB ratio is widely higher than the 5-year historical level; while this is a true reflection of the current market dynamics, it leaves no margin of safety. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWillis Lease Finance (WLFC) Stock Looks Cheap On P E After Strong Quarterly Growth
Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) is drawing fresh attention after reporting quarterly revenue growth of 26.36% year over year and a 52.89% rise in net profit, along with strong operating efficiency and cash generation. See our latest analysis for Willis Lease Finance. The strong quarterly update appears to have coincided with rising optimism around Willis Lease Finance, with a 1-day share price return of 6.68% and a 30-day share price return of 15.43%. Taken together with the 53.91% year to date...Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 25%
Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 25% share price...Here's Why We Think Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ:WLFC) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Willis Lease Finance's (NASDAQ:WLFC) Upcoming Dividend Will Be Larger Than Last Year's
Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the...Willis Lease Finance Corporation Just Beat Revenue Estimates By 18%
Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) just released its latest quarterly results and things are looking...Why Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC) Could Be Worth Watching
While Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw...Willis Lease Finance Corporation's (NASDAQ:WLFC) Shares Lagging The Market But So Is The Business
Willis Lease Finance Corporation's ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 10x might make it look like a...Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC)?
Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a double-digit share...Additional Considerations Required While Assessing Willis Lease Finance's (NASDAQ:WLFC) Strong Earnings
Investors were disappointed with Willis Lease Finance Corporation's ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) earnings, despite the strong profit...Should You Be Adding Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ:WLFC) To Your Watchlist Today?
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Market Cool On Willis Lease Finance Corporation's (NASDAQ:WLFC) Earnings Pushing Shares 28% Lower
Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt...Return Trends At Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ:WLFC) Aren't Appealing
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. In a perfect...Willis Lease Finance: Growth At A Premium
Summary Willis Lease Finance has seen a remarkable 245.7% stock gain in a year, outperforming the S&P 500's 9.8% return. The company's focus on aero engines and spare parts, especially amid engine shortages, drives its strong business performance. Despite impressive revenue growth and profitability, the stock appears overvalued from a book value perspective, limiting future upside. I maintain a buy rating, but see limited upside at current prices. EV/EBITDA valuation suggests modest growth potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaEarnings Working Against Willis Lease Finance Corporation's (NASDAQ:WLFC) Share Price
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 18x, you may...
Support From Development Bank Of Japan And ConstantThrust Program Will Strengthen Future Prospects
Willis Lease Finance's expanded funding and investment strategies could boost growth, leading to improved revenue and earnings.When Should You Buy Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC)?
Willis Lease Finance Corporation ( NASDAQ:WLFC ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a double-digit share price...Willis Lease Finance's Liquidation Value Is >$200
Summary A brief update on Willis Lease Finance Corporation. Here’s what has happened. What might happen next. And why WLFC is worth $200-400 per share. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaIs Willis Lease Finance Underperforming?
Summary The good: real book value for Willis Lease Finance Corporation is over $150 per share. The bad: management is overpaid and tries to underpay for the company. The competition: FTAI Aviation's valuation implies that Willis is worth 5x its price. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWillis Lease Finance: Upside Remains On Book Value
Summary Willis Lease Finance Corporation specializes in engine leasing and spare parts, providing solutions that minimize downtime for airplanes. The company saw revenue growth of 34.2%, driven by a growing pool of engines placed on lease and higher utilization. Valuation approaches suggest that the stock is undervalued, with a potential upside of 24% based on price-to-book and 35% based on EV/EBITDA. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| WLFC | US Trade Distributors | US Market | |
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| 7D | 1.2% | 1.8% | -0.2% |
| 1Y | 11.7% | 6.3% | 14.8% |
Return vs Industry: WLFC exceeded the US Trade Distributors industry which returned 6.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: WLFC underperformed the US Market which returned 14.8% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| WLFC volatility | |
|---|---|
| WLFC Average Weekly Movement | 6.9% |
| Trade Distributors Industry Average Movement | 6.5% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.9% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 15.5% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 2.9% |
Stable Share Price: WLFC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: WLFC's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 471 | Austin Willis | www.wlfc.global |
Willis Lease Finance Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a lessor and servicer of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide. It operates in two segments, Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. The company engages in acquiring and leasing commercial aircraft, aircraft engines, and related aircraft equipment, as well as the purchase and resale of commercial aircraft engines and other aircraft equipment, and service and maintenance related businesses.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| WLFC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.20b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$86.04m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$754.30m |
Is WLFC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| WLFC income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$754.30m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$111.54m |
| Gross Profit | US$642.76m |
| Other Expenses | US$556.72m |
| Earnings | US$86.04m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 4.07 |
| Gross Margin | 85.21% |
| Net Profit Margin | 11.41% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 299.9% |
How did WLFC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/10 23:56 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/10 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Willis Lease Finance Corporation is covered by 4 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| John Hecht | Citizens JMP Securities, LLC |
| Shannon Doherty | Deutsche Bank |
| Sergey Glinyanov | Freedom Broker |