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Willis Lease Finance Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a lessor and servicer of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide.

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Manager	Shares	Value	% of Fund	Period
Jim Simons Renaissance Technologies LLC	197.8K	$33.7M	0.05%	Mar 2026

SEC Form 13F data. 45-day lag from quarter end.

📊 MIXED WLFC Q1 2026: Record lease revenue $77.4M, net income $23.7M, EPS $3.26, assets $4.1B.

Revenue & Profitability

In Q1 2026, WLFC reported record lease rent revenue of $77.4 million, net income attributable to common shareholders of $23.7 million ($3.26 per diluted share), and Adjusted EBITDA of $123.8 million. Net income grew 52.9% year-over-year, and diluted EPS increased 47.5% from $2.21 in Q1 2025. The company also recorded $18.4 million in gains on sale of leased equipment and financial assets.

Outlook

Management sees robust demand despite geopolitical uncertainties from the Iran conflict, with minimal direct exposure. Higher fuel prices may pressure airlines' liquidity, leading to increased leasing demand and shop visit avoidance, which is favorable for WLFC's engine portfolio. If fuel prices persist, mid-life aircraft values may decline, but modern technology engines are expected to be more resilient. The company believes it is well-hedged counter-cyclically.

Growth Drivers

Key growth levers include the Willis Aviation Capital (WAC) platform with $2.7 billion committed/deployed capital from Blackstone and Liberty Mutual, which generates management fees and carried interest. The services segment, with MROs and parts business, is a core strength, and the new Willis Module Shop expands capabilities. Geographic expansion in Asia Pacific, with the hiring of Marilyn Gan as Head of Origination, is another growth driver.

Balance Sheet & CapEx

Capital deployment priorities include investing in the lease portfolio, MRO capabilities, and the asset management platform. The company expanded its revolving credit facility to $1.75 billion and closed two JOLCO transactions totaling $50 million to increase financial flexibility. No specific CapEx guidance was provided, but investments in technical capabilities (e.g., Willis Module Shop) and talent were highlighted.

Margins

Gross margins in maintenance services improved to 9.3% from 4.6% year-over-year. The lease rate factor rose to 1.04% from 1.0%, and gains on asset sales reflected ~30-50% margins over book value. General and administrative expenses increased 18.6% due to higher personnel and share-based compensation, but the company expects future share-based compensation savings from a new plan to partially offset.

Key Risks

Management flagged risks from geopolitical uncertainties (Iran conflict), sustained high fuel prices leading to airline liquidity pressure, and potential lower lease rates and values for mid-life aircraft. The company also noted minimal Middle East exposure but acknowledged that a prolonged high fuel price environment could lead to aircraft retirements. No analyst questions raised additional risks.

Generated by AI · Q1 2026 results · Not investment advice

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Q2 2026 Q2 2026 2026-08-04

Q2 2026 saw strong financial results with $194M in revenue, $38.1M EBT, and $120.7M adjusted EBITDA. Assets under management grew 21% year-over-year, and leverage was reduced to 2.78x. Demand for modern engines and asset management products remains robust.

Q1 2026 Q1 2026 2026-05-05

Record Q1 2026 results with lease rent revenues up 14.2% and Adjusted EBITDA rising 19.9% year-over-year. Strong demand, expanded asset management, and increased liquidity position the business for continued growth despite industry headwinds.

Q4 2025 Q4 2025 2026-03-10

Record revenue and earnings growth driven by strong demand for engine leasing and services, with robust portfolio utilization and expansion into asset management funds. Continued dividend increases and strategic capital deployment support long-term growth.

Q3 2025 Q3 2025 2025-11-04

Revenue grew 25.4% year-over-year to $183.4 million, with record leasing and maintenance reserve revenues and strong portfolio utilization. Net income was $22.9 million, and the dividend was increased to $0.40 per share, reflecting confidence in continued growth.

Q2 2025 Q2 2025 2025-08-05

Record quarterly revenue and net income driven by strong leasing and parts demand, with high portfolio utilization and robust cash flow. Major ABS financing, joint venture expansion, and ongoing dividend payments highlight financial strength and growth outlook.

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