Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) Stock
Specialized global lessor of commercial aircraft and engines. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Willis Lease Finance in October 2026.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) is a specialised lessor and remarketer of commercial aircraft, engines and aircraft components, serving airlines and leasing companies globally. The business generates income from lease rentals, lease extensions, sales of used equipment and parts, and technical services. As a smaller-cap company (market cap about $882.32m), WLFC’s results are closely tied to airline demand, lease rate trends, used-aircraft values and fleet utilisation. Key metrics for investors include average lease rates, utilisation, fleet age and the carrying value of assets. The company’s access to capital and balance-sheet strength affect its ability to acquire and reposition assets, while interest-rate moves and credit risk can influence financing costs and residual values. Aviation leasing is cyclical and can be volatile; past performance is no guarantee of future returns. This summary is general educational information and not personal financial advice — check the latest filings and consider professional advice to judge suitability.
Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$71.00
+55.5% vs today's $45.67
Price range over the last 12 months
Close to its 12-month low
Analysts covering Willis Lease Finance have a consensus 12-month target of $71.00, above the current price of $45.67.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 5 Oct 2026.
Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.
Sixth Month Growth Performance
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts strongly recommend buying Willis Lease Finance Corp stock, expecting significant price growth ahead.
Financial Health
Willis Lease Finance Corp is showing strong profitability and cash flow, indicating solid financial performance.
Dividend
Willis Lease Finance Corp's low dividend yield of 1.06% indicates limited returns from dividends. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $10.60 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Fleet & Utilisation
Fleet utilisation and average lease rates are central to revenue and asset returns, though they can fluctuate with travel cycles and market supply.
Cyclical Demand Exposure
Global travel trends and airline financial health shape demand for leases; events like recessions or travel shocks can meaningfully affect performance.
Balance Sheet Focus
Access to financing and accurate asset valuations are important for growth; higher leverage or weak liquidity can increase downside risk.
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