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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.

Willis Lease Finance Dividend Announcement

• Willis Lease Finance announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-11-21. Ex dividend date: 2024-11-12
• Willis Lease Finance annual dividend for 2024 was $1.50
• Willis Lease Finance's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.71%
• Willis Lease Finance's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 13.45%

Willis Lease Finance Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-11-12$0.25quarterly2024-11-21
2024-08-12$0.25quarterly2024-08-21
2024-05-30$1.00quarterly2024-06-07

Willis Lease Finance Dividend per year

Willis Lease Finance Dividend Yield

Willis Lease Finance current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.71%. Interested in purchasing Willis Lease Finance stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Willis Lease Finance Financial Ratios

P/E ratio14.20
PEG ratio0.21
P/B ratio2.68
ROE18.93%
Payout ratio13.45%
Current ratio5.50
Quick ratio3.62
Cash Ratio0.15

Willis Lease Finance Dividend FAQ

Does Willis Lease Finance stock pay dividends?
Willis Lease Finance does not currently pay dividends to its shareholders.
Has Willis Lease Finance ever paid a dividend?
No, Willis Lease Finance has no a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Willis Lease Finance is not known for its dividend payments.
Why doesn't Willis Lease Finance pay dividends?
There are several potential reasons why Willis Lease Finance would choose not to pay dividends to their shareholders:

1. Growth opportunities: Companies, especially in fast-growing industries like technology, reinvest earnings into expansion, R&D, or acquisitions to fuel future growth and increase company value.

2. Tax implications: Not paying dividends can reduce the tax burden on shareholders, who may prefer to defer taxes until selling shares and realizing capital gains.

3. Investor preferences: Some investors prefer companies to reinvest profits for higher long-term returns, particularly those seeking capital appreciation over income.

4. Capital allocation priorities: Companies may allocate cash to pay down debt, fund share buybacks, or invest in projects with higher returns than dividends.

5. Market expectations: In certain sectors, like technology, reinvesting profits for growth and innovation is often prioritized over distributing dividends to shareholders.
Will Willis Lease Finance ever pay a dividend?
The decision for a company to pay dividends depends on various factors including its financial performance, growth prospects, capital allocation priorities, and shareholder preferences. While Willis Lease Finance has not paid dividends historically and has instead focused on reinvesting its earnings for growth, it's ultimately up to the company's management and board of directors to decide whether to initiate a dividend policy in the future.
Is Willis Lease Finance a dividend aristocrat?
Willis Lease Finance is not considered a Dividend Aristocrat. The term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is Willis Lease Finance a dividend king?
Willis Lease Finance is not classified as a "Dividend King". A Dividend King is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is Willis Lease Finance a dividend stock?
No, Willis Lease Finance is not considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
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