Willis Lease Finance Corporation

Willis Lease Finance Corporation

WLFCยทNASDAQ

$172.04

-1.4%
IndustrialsRental & Leasing Services

Willis Lease Finance Corporation operates as a lessor and servicer of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. The Leasing and Related Operations segment engages in acquiring and leasing commercial aircraft, aircraft engines, and other aircraft equipment, as well as the purchase and resale of commercial aircraft engines and other aircraft equipment, and other related businesses. The Spare Parts Sales segment purchases and resells after-market engine parts, whole engines, engine modules, and portable aircraft components. The company also focuses on engine management and consulting business. It serves commercial aircraft operators, as well as maintenance, repair, and overhaul organizations. As of December 31, 2021, it had a total lease portfolio of 304 engines, 12 aircraft, one marine vessel, and other leased parts and equipment, and with 76 lessees in 40 countries; and managed a total lease portfolio of 475 engines, aircraft, and related equipment for other parties. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida.

At a Glance

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Market Cap$1.37B
EPS16.0000
P/E Ratio10.75
Earnings Date07/30/2026
0.12%
Dividend Yield
-74%
3Y-50.0%
5Y-61.0%
10Y-
6.01%
Dividend Payout Ratio
-83%
3Y-68.0%
5Y-110.0%
10Y-
3Y+74.0%
5Y+74.0%
10Y-
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Willis Lease Finance Corporation Dividend History

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10Y CAGR +0%
Latest $0
Annual $0
Stable dividend payments
Last Period: +0%

WLFC Dividend Payment History

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Total Payments

9

Latest Dividend

$0.4000

Annual Amount

$1.7000

Frequency

Quarterly

DeclarationEx-DatePayment DateDividendAdjustedFrequencyGrowth
Apr 29, 2026
May 11, 2026May 22, 2026
$0.4000
$0.4000
Quarterly0.00%
Jan 16, 2026
Feb 11, 2026Feb 20, 2026
$0.4000
$0.4000
Quarterly0.00%
Oct 28, 2025
Nov 17, 2025Nov 26, 2025
$0.4000
$0.4000
Quarterly+60.00%
Jul 30, 2025
Aug 12, 2025Aug 21, 2025
$0.2500
$0.2500
Quarterly0.00%
Apr 30, 2025
May 12, 2025May 22, 2025
$0.2500
$0.2500
Quarterly0.00%
Jan 24, 2025
Feb 12, 2025Feb 21, 2025
$0.2500
$0.2500
Quarterly0.00%
Oct 31, 2024
Nov 12, 2024Nov 21, 2024
$0.2500
$0.2500
Quarterly0.00%
Aug 1, 2024
Aug 12, 2024Aug 21, 2024
$0.2500
$0.2500
Quarterly-75.00%
May 17, 2024
May 30, 2024Jun 7, 2024
$1.0000
$1.0000
Quarterly-
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Willis Lease Finance Corporation Payout Ratio Analysis

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Dividends Paid
-5.69M
2025
Net Income
113.76M
2025
Payout Ratio
5.00%
2025

Dividend Sustainability Analysis

Payout Ratio
5.00%

Conservative payout with excellent safety margin. Company retains significant earnings for growth, acquisitions, or building cash reserves. Dividend is highly sustainable.

FCF Payout Ratio
-2.4%

Negative free cash flow while paying dividends is a major red flag. Company burning cash and cannot sustain dividend without external financing.

Dividend Growth
+59.9%

Strong dividend growth demonstrates management confidence and business strength. Excellent signal for long-term dividend investors.

Sustainability
Excellent

Highly sustainable dividend with strong coverage, growing payouts, and solid cash generation. Low risk of dividend cuts.

Key Insight

Dividend aristocrat potential: Conservative payout ratios combined with consistent growth suggest management prioritizes sustainable, long-term shareholder returns. Excellent foundation for dividend compounding.