WILLIS LEASE FINANCE CORP

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.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced the acquisition of three Airbus A330-300 aircraft. These aircraft will be leased to China Airlines and EVA Air, expanding the company's portfolio. The CEO highlighted strong market demand for assets and services, viewing the current environment as a compelling opportunity for capital deployment and continued growth.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced that its shareholders overwhelmingly approved a three-for-one forward stock split of the company's common stock. The Board of Directors also approved the split, which will be effected through an amendment to the certificate of incorporation. Shareholders of record as of July 6, 2026, will receive two additional shares for each share held, with split-adjusted trading expected to commence on July 20, 2026.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation entered into an underwriting agreement for the issuance and sale of $200,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 2.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2031. The company also granted underwriters an option to purchase an additional $30,000,000 in notes. Concurrently, the company amended its existing credit agreement to accommodate this new convertible indebtedness, defining it as "Permitted Convertible Indebtedness" and allowing for related payments and conversions.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced the pricing of its public offering of $200.0 million aggregate principal amount of 2.50% convertible senior notes due 2031. The offering size was increased from the previously announced $175.0 million, resulting in net proceeds of approximately $193.1 million. The company intends to use these proceeds to temporarily repay its revolving credit facility for general corporate purposes. Concurrently, a delta underwriter is offering 281,250 shares of the company's common stock at $192.00 per share to facilitate hedging transactions by certain investors.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced its intention to offer $175.0 million aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due 2031 in a public offering. The company plans to use the net proceeds to temporarily repay amounts outstanding under its revolving credit facility until deployed for general corporate purposes. The notes will be senior, unsecured obligations, accruing interest semi-annually and maturing on May 15, 2031. A concurrent delta offering of common stock is also planned to facilitate hedging transactions by certain investors.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2026, with total revenue increasing 23.2% to $194.3 million and net income attributable to common shareholders rising 52.9% to $23.7 million. Diluted earnings per share also saw a significant jump of 47.5% to $3.26. The company also made strategic moves, including a substantial reduction in debt obligations by $446.6 million and the expansion of its revolving credit facility to $1.75 billion, extending its maturity to April 2031. Additionally, the company commenced operations as a general partner of an investment fund partnership and realized significant gains from asset sales.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation reported strong financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, with total revenue increasing by 23.2% to $194.3 million and diluted EPS rising by 47.5% to $3.26. The company achieved record quarterly lease rent revenue of $77.4 million and record maintenance services revenue of $9.8 million. Additionally, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share, payable on May 22, 2026.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, to be held virtually on May 26, 2026. Key proposals include the election of a Class I Director, an amendment to effect a forward stock split and increase authorized shares, and advisory votes on executive compensation and auditor ratification. The company reported strong 2025 performance with a 22% increase in lease rent revenue and the establishment of Willis Aviation Capital to accelerate growth.

Willis Lease Finance Corporation announced plans to host a conference call on May 5, 2026, to discuss its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The company will release its Q1 2026 financial results via a press release before the scheduled conference call. This event provides investors with an opportunity to hear management's commentary on the company's recent performance.