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AerCap Holdings N.V. (NYSE: AER) is a leading global aviation leasing company offering comprehensive fleet solutions to approximately 300 airline customers worldwide. With its headquarters in Dublin and offices across major cities such as Amsterdam, Los Angeles, Singapore, and Shanghai, AerCap provides unparalleled services in leasing, financing, sales, and management of commercial aircraft and engines.
The company's extensive portfolio includes one of the world’s largest fleets of modern, fuel-efficient aircraft. AerCap's robust long-term capital structure supports its strong profitability and cash flow. The firm is renowned for its high-quality assets, including a significant order book for new, technologically advanced aircraft that meet the industry's stringent emission standards.
Recent achievements highlight AerCap's proactive approach to market demands and sustainability. In 2024, the company signed 82 lease agreements, completed 21 aircraft purchases, and sold 49 assets. Additionally, AerCap has committed to buying 150 new CFM LEAP engines, emphasizing its focus on fuel efficiency and environmental responsibility.
AerCap's financial health is solid, demonstrated by its 2024 first-quarter net income of $604 million and strong adjusted earnings per share. The company also announced a new $500 million share repurchase program and initiated a quarterly dividend, reflecting its confidence in future cash flows and commitment to shareholder value.
Furthermore, AerCap is dedicated to ESG principles, as evidenced by its seventh annual ESG Report. The report details the company's advancements in fleet modernization, emissions reduction, and social governance initiatives, underscoring its role in promoting sustainable aviation.
Overall, AerCap continues to lead the aviation leasing industry, leveraging its strategic partnerships, innovative solutions, and strong financial foundation to meet the evolving needs of the global aviation market.
AerCap Holdings announced an agreement to lease ten new Airbus A321neo aircraft to Turkish Airlines. This move supports Turkish Airlines' efforts to modernize its fleet and improve operational efficiency, while expanding its route network. AerCap's CEO, Aengus Kelly, expressed satisfaction with the collaboration, emphasizing the long-term partnership with Turkish Airlines. Turkish Airlines' Chairman, Prof. Ahmet Bolat, highlighted the alignment with their strategy to enhance passenger experience and expand routes. The financial details of the lease agreement were not disclosed.
AerCap Holdings N.V. announced the pricing of $750 million aggregate principal amount of Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Notes due 2055, with an initial interest rate of 6.950% per annum.
The interest rate will reset every five years starting March 10, 2030, based on the five-year U.S. Treasury rate plus a 2.720% spread. The Notes will be guaranteed on an unsecured junior subordinated basis by AerCap and certain subsidiaries.
Proceeds from the Notes may be used for general corporate purposes, including potentially redeeming the company's outstanding Fixed-Rate Reset Junior Subordinated Notes due 2079 on October 10, 2024. J.P. Morgan, Mizuho, Goldman Sachs & Co. , and Santander are the joint book-running managers for the offering. The company has filed a registration statement with the SEC for this offering.
AerCap Holdings has announced it will release its second quarter 2024 financial results on August 1, 2024. A conference call and webcast for investors and analysts will take place at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day. The earnings press release, along with the presentation slides for the call, will be available on AerCap's website before the U.S. financial markets open. Investors can access the live call by dialing specific numbers or visiting AerCap's website. The webcast replay will be archived on AerCap's website for one year.
AerCap Holdings announced significant transactions for Q2 2024. The company signed 162 lease agreements, including 6 widebody and 88 narrowbody aircraft, 47 engines, and 21 helicopters. It completed 47 purchases, including 25 aircraft and 20 engines, adding to its portfolio various models such as Airbus A220, A320neo, A330neo, Boeing 737 MAX, 787-9, and Embraer E195-E2.
AerCap also executed 37 sales, disposing of 29 aircraft and 7 engines. These transactions included Airbus A320, A330, Boeing 737NG, 737 MAX, 777-300ER, and Embraer E190 models. Additionally, the company repurchased around 3.9 million shares for $345 million and paid a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share. AerCap signed new financing deals worth approximately $3.6 billion.
AerCap Holdings announced lease agreements for four 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF) aircraft with JD Airlines, a subsidiary of JD Logistics.
The aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2024 and will operate from Nantong Xingdong International Airport, connecting major economic hubs in China and across Asia.
This agreement expands AerCap's existing relationship with JD Airlines, which currently leases three 737-800 BCF aircraft from AerCap.
AerCap Cargo, with over 30 years in freighter leasing and more than 100 successful Passenger-to-Freighter conversions, emphasizes the importance of this agreement in meeting the increasing demand for e-commerce and express deliveries.
AerCap Holdings N.V. announced a significant engine order for 150 new CFM LEAP engines valued at around $3 billion. They also introduced a new $500 million share repurchase authorization and their first cash dividend of $0.25 per share. These initiatives reflect AerCap's confidence in future profits and cash flows, emphasizing value creation for shareholders.
AerCap Holdings N.V. has filed an interim financial report for the first quarter of 2024. The report includes unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and notes. The Form 6-K can be accessed on the Company's website and the SEC's website.
AerCap Holdings N.V. reported strong financial results for Q1 2024 with net income of $604 million, or $3.02 per share, and adjusted net income of $658 million, or $3.29 per share. Full-year 2024 adjusted EPS guidance raised to approximately $9.20. Return on equity at 14%, adjusted debt/equity ratio of 2.40 to 1, unlevered gain on sale margin of 21%, and operating cash flow of $1.4 billion. Book value per share increased by 27% from the previous year. Revenue and other income increased by 8% to $2.018 billion with strong performance in lease revenue, net gain on asset sales, and other income. AerCap's strong start to the year led to a shareholder return of $336 million through share repurchases. The company's financial position remains robust with total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at $1.485 billion.
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