WILLIS LEASE FINANCE CORP (WLFC): Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) reported Q2 2026 revenue growth of 6.7% to $77.1M, with operating income up 20.2% to $34.0M. However, net income fell 51.2% to $28.7M, impacted by a large prior-year gain and refinancing costs. Assets under management grew 21% to $4.4B, driven by new investment partnerships.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) reported Q2 2026 results on an earnings call. Assets under management rose 21% to $4.4B. Adjusted EBITDA increased 4% to $120.7M, while net income attributable to common fell to $28.7M. Lease rent revenue rose to $77.1M. The company issued $200M convertible notes and said it is transitioning toward asset management and services.

Willis Lease Finance (WLFC) reported Q2 2026 assets under management up 21% year over year to $4.4 billion, driven by seeding new discretionary funds. Management said fewer customer flight hours reduced short-term maintenance reserve revenue. It expects balanced growth after seeding, with demand for LEAP and GTF engines, and noted $200m convertible notes and a 3-for-1 stock split.

WILLIS LEASE FINANCE CORP (WLFC) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Exhibit 99.1 CONTACT: Scott B. Flaherty NEWS RELEASE Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer 561.413.0112 Willis Lease Finance Corporation Reports Solid Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results COCONUT CREEK, FL — August 4, 2026 — Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ:

Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) said it signed a definitive agreement to acquire 12 commercial aircraft and 13 aircraft engines, expanding its lease portfolio. The deal is subject to customary closing conditions. WLFC expects it to complement its asset management and aftermarket services.

Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ: WLFC) shares rose after the company said it closed the acquisition of three Airbus A330-300 aircraft to be leased to China Airlines and EVA Air. The firm cited strong demand for aviation assets and aftermarket services amid fleet growth and maintenance capacity constraints, and said the deal expands its portfolio.