Willis Lease Finance Corporation
WLFC scores 32.5 on the Conservative profile, blending a fundamental score (80% weight, emphasizing quality and stability (84% of fundamental weight)) with a machine-learning signal (20% weight) trained on 82 features across 30 years of data.
Net penalties of -27.6 points significantly impact the ranking. Without these adjustments, WLFC would rank considerably higher.
These features are direct inputs to the machine learning model. The model was trained on these signals alongside 100 features (including 12 momentum/technical indicators) to produce the ML percentile score.
| Stock | Score | P/E | Rev Growth | Margin | Mkt Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLFC | 32.5 | 12.5 | 36.0% | 17.9% | $1.4B |
| FER | 83.7 | 12.2 | 7.4% | 35.3% | $51.9B |
| NDSN | 76.3 | 35.1 | 3.8% | 17.4% | $16.6B |
| OMAB | 76.1 | 20.1 | 4.3% | 32.7% | $6.2B |
| ODFL | 75.8 | 39.8 | -0.9% | 20.4% | $40.6B |
| FAST | 72.7 | 42.6 | 8.7% | 15.3% | $53.3B |
| WWD | 70.9 | 47.8 | 7.3% | 12.4% | $22.8B |
| CSX | 70.9 | 26.5 | -3.1% | 20.5% | $76.0B |
| LECO | 70.9 | 31.5 | -4.4% | 11.6% | $16.2B |
| CTAS | 70.4 | 41.9 | 7.7% | 17.5% | $77.7B |
| PCAR | 70.4 | 28.2 | -4.2% | 12.4% | $66.7B |
| RYAAY | 69.7 | 13.0 | 3.8% | 11.6% | $34.3B |
| CPRT | 69.1 | 23.0 | 9.7% | 33.4% | $36.3B |
| FELE | 68.5 | 35.5 | -2.1% | 8.9% | $4.8B |
| AEIS | 67.8 | 81.2 | 21.4% | 8.3% | $11.9B |
| IESC | 67.7 | 30.9 | 16.9% | 9.1% | $10.3B |
| Sector Average | 45.2 | 64.5 | 19.0% | -48.2% | — |
Willis Lease Finance Corporation operates as a lessor and servicer of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide. The company operates through two segments, Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. The Leasing and Related Operations segment engages in acquiring and leasing commercial aircraft, aircraft engines, and other aircraft equipment, as well as the purchase and resale of commercial aircraft engines and other aircraft equipment, and other related businesses. The Spare Parts Sales segment purchases and resells after-market engine parts, whole engines, engine modules, and portable aircraft components. The company also focuses on engine management and consulting business. It serves commercial aircraft operators, as well as maintenance, repair, and overhaul organizations. As of December 31, 2021, it had a total lease portfolio of 304 engines, 12 aircraft, one marine vessel, and other leased parts and equipment, and with 76 lessees in 40 countries; and managed a total lease portfolio of 475 engines, aircraft, and related equipment for other parties. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Coconut Creek, Florida.
Stock is losing momentum near highs. The 200-day SMA is flattening or beginning to turn. Historically, this stage precedes distribution.
| Metric | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $180M | $196M | $158M | $153M |
| Gross Profit | $168M | $131M | $112M | $116M |
| Operating Income | $38M | $28M | $24M | $29M |
| Net Income | $24M | $60M | $17M | $21M |
| EPS (Diluted) | $3.25 | $8.43 | $2.21 | $2.81 |
| Gross Margin | 93.4% | 67.1% | 71.0% | 75.9% |
| Operating Margin | 21.1% | 14.5% | 15.2% | 19.2% |
| Net Margin | 13.5% | 30.9% | 10.7% | 13.8% |
This stock has limited trading volume and/or float. Institutional investors may face difficulty entering or exiting positions without significant price impact. A post-hoc penalty has been applied to the composite score (this is not a backtested model factor — it is a practical tradability overlay).
| Year | Low | High | Range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $31.71 | $47.78 | 40.4% | Wide |
| 2022 | $30.22 | $61.01 | 67.5% | Wide |
| 2023 | $37.01 | $65.19 | 55.1% | Wide |
| 2024 | $45.32 | $235.43 | 135.4% | Wide |
| 2025 | $114.01 | $229.67 | 67.3% | Wide |
Growth estimates have been dampened based on technical and fundamental signals. This is a post-hoc adjustment to prevent overly optimistic projections for stocks showing declining momentum or deteriorating fundamentals.
Scores are generated by a multi-stage ML pipeline combining fundamental analysis, ensemble predictions, and structural risk signals. All data is for research purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.