Willis Lease Finance Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, leases and services commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. It also purchases and resells commercial aircraft engines; and sells aircraft engine parts and materials. The company offers noise-compliant Stage IV commercial jet engines. It serves airlines and aircraft engine manufacturers, as well as maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers. As of December 31, 2018, the company had a total lease portfolio of 244 engines and related equipment, 17 aircraft, and 10 other leased parts and equipment with 81 lessees in 47 countries; and managed a total lease portfolio of 440 engines and related equipment on behalf of other parties. Willis Lease Finance Corporation was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Machinery, equipment, & supplies
Sub-IndustryTrading Companies & Distributors
SectorTransportation
Phone561-349-9989
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$348.35 million
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees175
Next Earnings Date11/4/2019 (Estimated)
OptionableNot Optionable
Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ:WLFC) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis Lease Finance's stock symbol?
Willis Lease Finance trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "WLFC."
How were Willis Lease Finance's earnings last quarter?
Willis Lease Finance Co. (NASDAQ:WLFC) issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, March, 11th. The transportation company reported ($0.09) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The transportation company had revenue of $39.69 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $37.67 million. Willis Lease Finance had a return on equity of 22.15% and a net margin of 16.59%. View Willis Lease Finance's Earnings History.
When is Willis Lease Finance's next earnings date?
Has Willis Lease Finance been receiving favorable news coverage?
Headlines about WLFC stock have trended positive this week, according to InfoTrie Sentiment Analysis. The research group identifies positive and negative news coverage by reviewing more than six thousand blog and news sources in real-time. The firm ranks coverage of companies on a scale of negative five to positive five, with scores nearest to five being the most favorable. Willis Lease Finance earned a media sentiment score of 2.5 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave media coverage about the transportation company a news buzz of 6.0 out of 10, meaning that recent news coverage is somewhat likely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the next several days. View News Stories for Willis Lease Finance.
Are investors shorting Willis Lease Finance?
Willis Lease Finance saw a increase in short interest during the month of July. As of July 31st, there was short interest totalling 19,700 shares, an increase of 10.7% from the June 30th total of 17,800 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 11,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 1.8 days. Approximately 0.6% of the company's shares are short sold. View Willis Lease Finance's Current Options Chain.
Who are some of Willis Lease Finance's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Willis Lease Finance include Frontline (FRO), Golar LNG (GLNG), Scorpio Tankers (STNG), Herc (HRI), Air Transport Services Group (ATSG), Teekay Lng Partners (TGP), Hawaiian (HA), Jungheinrich (JGHAF), Marten Transport (MRTN), GasLog (GLOG), PAC BASIN SHIPP/ADR (PCFBY), Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK), Corporacion America Airports (CAAP), CryoPort (CYRX) and Controladora Vuela Co Avcn SA CV (VLRS).
What other stocks do shareholders of Willis Lease Finance own?
Who are Willis Lease Finance's key executives?
Willis Lease Finance's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Charles F. Willis IV, Chairman & CEO (Age 70)
- Mr. Brian Richard Hole, Pres (Age 41)
- Mr. Scott B. Flaherty, Sr. VP & CFO (Age 53)
- Mr. Dean Michael Poulakidas, Sr. VP, Gen. Counsel & Corp. Sec. (Age 50)
Who are Willis Lease Finance's major shareholders?
Willis Lease Finance's stock is owned by a variety of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Renaissance Technologies LLC (8.29%), Vanguard Group Inc. (3.46%), BlackRock Inc. (3.20%), Northern Trust Corp (0.81%), Bank of America Corp DE (0.70%) and Eaton Vance Management (0.64%). Company insiders that own Willis Lease Finance stock include Austin Chandler Willis, Brian Richard Hole, Charles F Iv Willis, Hans Jorg Hunziker, Robert J Keady, Robert T Morris and Scott B Flaherty. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Willis Lease Finance.
Which institutional investors are selling Willis Lease Finance stock?
WLFC stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Renaissance Technologies LLC, Strs Ohio, Parametric Portfolio Associates LLC, Vanguard Group Inc., Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc., Advisor Group Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Invesco Ltd.. Company insiders that have sold Willis Lease Finance company stock in the last year include Austin Chandler Willis, Brian Richard Hole, Hans Jorg Hunziker, Robert J Keady and Robert T Morris. View Insider Buying and Selling for Willis Lease Finance.
Which institutional investors are buying Willis Lease Finance stock?
WLFC stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Eaton Vance Management, BlackRock Inc., Bank of America Corp DE, Alambic Investment Management L.P., Navellier & Associates Inc, Wells Fargo & Company MN, Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. and First Trust Advisors LP. Company insiders that have bought Willis Lease Finance stock in the last two years include Brian Richard Hole and Scott B Flaherty. View Insider Buying and Selling for Willis Lease Finance.
How do I buy shares of Willis Lease Finance?
Shares of WLFC can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Willis Lease Finance's stock price today?
One share of WLFC stock can currently be purchased for approximately $58.60.
How big of a company is Willis Lease Finance?
What is Willis Lease Finance's official website?
How can I contact Willis Lease Finance?
Willis Lease Finance's mailing address is 4700 LYONS TECHNOLOGY PARKWAY, COCONUT CREEK FL, 33073. The transportation company can be reached via phone at 561-349-9989 or via email at [email protected]
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