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Business UpdateJul 8, 2026, 03:56 PM

Willis Lease Finance Added to Three Russell 2000 Indexes

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Willis Lease Finance Corporation (WLFC) announced its inclusion in three additional Russell 2000 Indexes: the Russell 2000 Defensive Index, Russell 2000 Growth-Defensive Index, and Russell 2000 Value-Defensive Index. These additions, effective June 26, 2026, are expected to broaden WLFC's visibility within the investment community. The company's CEO, Austin C. Willis, stated that this inclusion validates their long-term strategy to create shareholder value, noting that Russell indexes are widely used by investment managers and institutional investors.

Key Highlights

  • Willis Lease Finance Corporation added to Russell 2000 Defensive Index.
  • Company included in Russell 2000 Growth-Defensive Index.
  • WLFC also added to Russell 2000 Value-Defensive Index.
  • Inclusions became effective on June 26, 2026.
  • WLFC has been a member of the Russell 2000 Index since 2009.
  • CEO Austin C. Willis expects broadened visibility with investment community.
  • Approximately $12.2 trillion in assets are benchmarked to Russell US Indexes.