Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) Earnings History
Elite Compounder31 years of earnings data (1995–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) Earnings Overview
As of June 30, 2026, Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $121M, reflecting +0.3% year-over-year growth. The company earned $16.62 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 16.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, WLFC's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +71.1%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $114M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Willis Lease Finance Corporation maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 65.7%, operating margin of 32.3%, and net margin of 16.8%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including AL ($1.09B net income, 36.1% margin), AER ($3.93B net income, 45.8% margin), FTAI ($537M net income, 20.0% margin), WLFC has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare WLFC vs AL →
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WLFC Historical Earnings Data (1995–2025)
31 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $114M | +4.7% | $218M | $15.39 | 16.8% | 32.3% |
| 2024 | $109M | +148.1% | $144M | $15.34 | 19.1% | 25.4% |
| 2023 | $44M | +704.9% | $64M | $6.23 | 10.5% | 15.3% |
| 2022 | $5M | +62.3% | $10M | $0.33 | 1.7% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | $3M | -65.6% | $8M | $0.00 | 1.2% | 3.0% |
| 2020 | $10M | -85.4% | $15M | $1.05 | 3.4% | 5.1% |
| 2019 | $67M | +54.8% | $80M | $10.50 | 16.4% | 19.6% |
| 2018 | $43M | -30.4% | $52M | $7.15 | 12.4% | 15.1% |
| 2017 | $62M | +341.8% | $29M | $9.69 | 22.6% | 10.5% |
| 2016 | $14M | +91.3% | $22M | $2.05 | 6.8% | 10.7% |
| 2015 | $7M | +1.5% | $13M | $0.92 | 3.7% | 6.5% |
| 2014 | $7M | -53.6% | $11M | $0.89 | 4.2% | 6.0% |
| 2013 | $16M | +918.0% | $8M | $1.89 | 9.9% | 4.9% |
| 2012 | $2M | -89.4% | $937,000 | $-0.45 | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | $15M | +20.4% | $23M | $1.28 | 9.3% | 14.4% |
| 2010 | $12M | -46.1% | $19M | $0.96 | 8.1% | 12.5% |
| 2009 | $22M | -15.9% | $31M | $2.14 | 14.9% | 20.9% |
| 2008 | $27M | +50.6% | $41M | $2.68 | 17.5% | 27.1% |
| 2007 | $18M | +143.5% | $68M | $1.66 | 14.5% | 55.5% |
| 2006 | $7M | +73.7% | $38M | $1.56 | 8.5% | 45.3% |
| 2005 | $4M | +8.3% | $28M | $0.38 | 5.9% | 40.1% |
| 2004 | $4M | -7.7% | $23M | $0.36 | 6.2% | 37.7% |
| 2003 | $4M | +16.2% | $23M | $0.82 | 7.0% | 38.5% |
| 2002 | $4M | -48.2% | $23M | $0.43 | 6.4% | 41.2% |
| 2001 | $7M | -11.1% | $36M | $0.78 | 10.5% | 53.8% |
| 2000 | $8M | +136.8% | $25M | $1.03 | 15.9% | 50.3% |
| 1999 | $3M | -64.5% | $16M | $0.44 | 4.0% | 18.6% |
| 1998 | $9M | +27.4% | $30M | $1.24 | 12.5% | 40.5% |
| 1997 | $7M | +160.7% | $17M | $1.29 | 14.5% | 33.3% |
| 1996 | $3M | -12.5% | $10M | $0.74 | 8.7% | 30.7% |
| 1995 | $3M | - | $10M | $1.03 | 14.1% | 41.9% |
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WLFC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WLFC stock.
What is WLFC earnings per share (EPS)?
WLFC trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $16.62, reflecting +0.3% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +71.1%. Complete EPS history from 1995 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Willis Lease Finance Corporation's net income?
Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) trailing twelve-month net income is $121M as of 2025. Earnings grew +0.3% year-over-year. Willis Lease Finance Corporation has been profitable for 31 consecutive years.
Is WLFC profitable?
Yes, WLFC is profitable with a TTM net income of $121M and a net profit margin of +16.8%. Willis Lease Finance Corporation has generated profits for 31 consecutive years.
What is WLFC's earnings growth rate?
WLFC compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +0.3%, 3-Year: +259.9%, 5-Year: +71.1%, 10-Year: +32.5%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1995 to 2025.
What are WLFC's profit margins?
Willis Lease Finance Corporation net profit margin is +16.8%, operating margin is +32.3%, and gross margin is +65.7%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +17.8%.
Is WLFC growing earnings?
WLFC earnings growth is slowing. Current YoY EPS growth of +0.3% trails the 5-year CAGR of +71.1%. TTM net income is $121M.
What was WLFC's best earnings year?
Willis Lease Finance Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $114M, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1995 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were WLFC's earnings last quarter?
WLFC's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $24M with diluted EPS of $3.49. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.