(WLFC) Willis Lease Finance - Ratings and Ratios
Exchange: NASDAQ • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US9706461053
WLFC: Aircraft, Engines, Spare Parts, Leasing
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:WLFC), a global leader in aviation leasing and services, specializes in commercial aircraft and engine leasing, as well as the sale of spare parts. Established in 1985 and headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida, the company operates through two primary segments: Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. WLFCs expertise lies in acquiring and leasing aircraft, engines, and related equipment, while also engaging in the resale of engines and parts. Additionally, the company offers comprehensive engine management and consulting services, catering to airlines and maintenance organizations worldwide. Their extensive portfolio includes a significant number of engines and aircraft, underscoring their strong market presence.
The companys global reach and strategic services position it as a key player in the aviation industry, with a focus on resilience and adaptability. Their services are integral to the operations of airlines and MROs, ensuring efficient fleet management and maintenance solutions.
Based on the provided data, WLFCs stock is currently trading above its 20-day SMA but below the 50 and 200-day SMAs, indicating a potential short-term uptrend within a broader downtrend. The moderate ATR of 9.07 suggests manageable volatility. Fundamentally, the companys P/E ratio of 9.83, below the industry average, may signal undervaluation. The high return on equity of 19.77% reflects strong profitability for shareholders. The companys resilient business model and significant engine portfolio position it favorably in the aviation leasing sector, suggesting potential for a trend reversal supported by its robust financial performance.
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WLFC Stock Overview
| Market Cap in USD | 1,201m |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Rental & Leasing Services |
| GiC Sub-Industry | Trading Companies & Distributors |
| IPO / Inception | 1996-09-18 |
WLFC Stock Ratings
| Growth Rating | 89.3 |
| Fundamental | - |
| Dividend Rating | 13.9 |
| Rel. Strength | 112 |
| Analysts | 5/5 |
| Fair Price Momentum | 168.36 USD |
| Fair Price DCF | - |
WLFC Dividends
| Dividend Yield 12m | 1.74% |
| Yield on Cost 5y | 15.39% |
| Annual Growth 5y | -66.67% |
| Payout Consistency | 100.0% |
WLFC Growth Ratios
| Growth Correlation 3m | -86.2% |
| Growth Correlation 12m | 67.3% |
| Growth Correlation 5y | 86% |
| CAGR 5y | 52.94% |
| CAGR/Max DD 5y | 1.22 |
| Sharpe Ratio 12m | 2.23 |
| Alpha | 121.08 |
| Beta | 1.600 |
| Volatility | 80.77% |
| Current Volume | 45.9k |
| Average Volume 20d | 34.9k |
As of May 09, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 136.15 with a total of 45,892 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -9.78%, over one month by +2.62%, over three months by -31.86% and over the past year by +135.60%.
Yes. Based on ValueRay Analyses, Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ:WLFC) is currently (May 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Growth Rating of 89.25 and therefor a clear technical positive rating according to historical growth.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of WLFC as of May 2025 is 168.36. This means that WLFC is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +23.66% (Margin of Safety).
Willis Lease Finance has received a consensus analysts rating of 5.00. Therefor, it is recommend to buy WLFC.
- Strong Buy: 1
- Buy: 0
- Hold: 0
- Sell: 0
- Strong Sell: 0
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, WLFC Willis Lease Finance will be worth about 182 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 136.15. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +33.66%.
| Issuer | Forecast | Upside |
|---|---|---|
| Wallstreet Target Price | 223 | 63.8% |
| Analysts Target Price | 223 | 63.8% |
| ValueRay Target Price | 182 | 33.7% |