WLFC Dividend History & Yield
Willis Lease Finance Corporation · NasdaqGM
Upcoming dividend payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 (in 63 days) | Nov 20, 2026 | $0.133 | $13.30 | Estimated |
| Thu, Feb 11, 2027 (in 155 days) | Feb 20, 2027 | $0.133 | $13.30 | Estimated |
| Fri, May 14, 2027 (in 247 days) | May 23, 2027 | $0.133 | $13.30 | Estimated |
| Sat, Aug 14, 2027 (in 339 days) | Aug 23, 2027 | $0.133 | $13.30 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from WLFC's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the company announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.532 per share.
Dividend payment history
Last 10 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual dividends per share
How much WLFC do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 2,256 | $126,812 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 11,279 | $634,060 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 22,557 | $1,268,120 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 0.95%. $10,000 in WLFC would currently pay about $95 a year ($8 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
WLFC dividend history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | Aug 21, 2026 | $0.133 | -0.2% |
| May 11, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | $0.1333 | +0.0% |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Feb 20, 2026 | $0.1333 | +0.0% |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Nov 26, 2025 | $0.1333 | +60.0% |
| Aug 12, 2025 | Aug 21, 2025 | $0.0833 | +0.0% |
| May 12, 2025 | May 22, 2025 | $0.0833 | +0.0% |
| Feb 12, 2025 | Feb 21, 2025 | $0.0833 | +0.0% |
| Nov 12, 2024 | Nov 21, 2024 | $0.0833 | +0.0% |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Aug 21, 2024 | $0.0833 | — |
| May 30, 2024 | Jun 7, 2024 | $0.3333 Special | — |
WLFC dividend increases & cuts
Market-wide changes →| Ex-date | Change | Old | New | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | Cut 0.2% | $0.1333 | $0.133 | Paid |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Raised 60.0% | $0.0833 | $0.1333 | Paid |
Detected from the regular payment stream; supplemental and special dividends are excluded. Pro members get an email the morning a holding raises or cuts.
Payout risk check
WLFC scores 0/100 on our yield-trap heuristic (low risk).
No warning flags: the payout ratio, yield level, 5-year cut history and price trend all look ordinary.
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About Willis Lease Finance Corporation
Willis Lease Finance Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a lessor and servicer of commercial aircraft and aircraft engines worldwide. It operates in two segments, Leasing and Related Operations, and Spare Parts Sales. The company engages in acquiring and leasing commercial aircraft, aircraft engines, and related aircraft equipment, as well as the purchase and resale of commercial aircraft engines and other aircraft equipment, and service and maintenance related businesses. It also purchases and resells after-market engine parts, whole engines, engine modules, and portable aircraft components.
Sector: Industrials. Industry: Rental & Leasing Services. First dividend on our records: May 30, 2024. 10 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
WLFC dividend FAQ
When is WLFC's next ex-dividend date?
WLFC's next ex-dividend date is Nov 11, 2026 (in 63 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.133 per share, expected on Nov 20, 2026.
How often does WLFC pay dividends?
WLFC pays dividends every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.133 per share with an ex-date of Aug 11, 2026.
What is WLFC's dividend yield?
WLFC's trailing 12-month dividend yield is 0.95%, based on $0.533 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $56.22. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.532 per share, is 0.95%.
How much does WLFC pay per share?
WLFC pays about $0.133 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.532 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $53.20 a year.
Has WLFC grown or cut its dividend?
WLFC has raised its annual dividend for 1 consecutive year. Over the last year the regular payout changed +59.9%.
How many shares of WLFC do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 0.95%, you would need about 2,256 shares of WLFC (roughly $126,812 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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