AerSale’s second quarter saw a strong market reaction, as management attributed the outperformance to higher sales of used serviceable material (USM), increased flight equipment transactions, and improved operational efficiency. CEO Nicolas Finazzo pointed to the acceleration in ready-to-sell USM stemming from recent feedstock investments, coupled with several flight equipment sales, as key contributors to growth. The company also benefited from ongoing cost reduction initiatives and leveraged higher volumes to drive margin expansion, particularly as recurring revenue increased from the lease pool and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities.

Is now the time to buy ASLE? Find out in our full research report (it’s free).

While we enjoy listening to the management's commentary, our favorite part of earnings calls are the analyst questions. Those are unscripted and can often highlight topics that management teams would rather avoid or topics where the answer is complicated. Here is what has caught our attention.

Our Top 5 Analyst Questions From AerSale’s Q2 Earnings Call

• Kenneth George Herbert (RBC Capital Markets) asked about the sustainability of recent asset acquisition and sales activity. CEO Nicolas Finazzo explained that while wide-body feedstock is a current strength, the narrow-body market remains highly competitive and unpredictable, making future volumes difficult to project.
• Herbert (RBC Capital Markets) also inquired about impairment risk on the balance sheet. CFO Martin Garmendia responded that current market conditions and the company’s strong inventory position do not point to any impairment concerns.
• Herbert (RBC Capital Markets) questioned the trajectory of MRO restructuring. Finazzo detailed the completion of delayed component and aerostructure shop expansions and shared optimism about incremental business as new capacity comes online.
• Samuel Pope Struhsaker (Truist Securities) focused on the ongoing cost-cutting initiative and margin progress. Garmendia indicated that efficiency efforts are halfway complete for the year, with further improvement expected, particularly as fixed work increases in MRO.
• Struhsaker (Truist Securities) queried the timing of AerAware product contribution. Finazzo clarified that customer adoption and operational experience are necessary for meaningful revenue, and that no significant contributions are expected until these milestones are met.

Catalysts in Upcoming Quarters

In the quarters ahead, our analysts will monitor (1) the pace of recurring revenue growth in USM and leasing, (2) the ramp-up of MRO capacity utilization following recent facility expansions, and (3) the volume of AerSafe installations as regulatory deadlines approach. Additionally, progress in securing customer adoption and operational experience for AerAware will be a critical marker for longer-term product revenue.

AerSale currently trades at $8.66, up from $6.17 just before the earnings. Is the company at an inflection point that warrants a buy or sell? See for yourself in our full research report (it’s free).

The Best Stocks for High-Quality Investors

When Trump unveiled his aggressive tariff plan in April 2025, markets tanked as investors feared a full-blown trade war. But those who panicked and sold missed the subsequent rebound that’s already erased most losses.

Don’t let fear keep you from great opportunities and take a look at Top 5 Growth Stocks for this month. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years (as of March 31st 2025).

Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Kadant (+351% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today.

StockStory is growing and hiring equity analyst and marketing roles. Are you a 0 to 1 builder passionate about the markets and AI? See the open roles here.