Valuation check: AL's profit margin is 26.08%, above the Real Estate sector average of 6.2%.
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As of the most recent data (September 2026), AL shows a profit margin of 26.08%. That compares with 34.0% in the prior-year period — down 23.3% year over year. That is above the Real Estate sector average of 6.2%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, AL's profit margin is now 26.08% (was 34.0%) — a 23.3% year-over-year decrease. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Air Lease is outperforming or lagging.
The Real Estate sector average profit margin is about 6.2%. Air Lease is at 26.08%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 320.5% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how AL stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 34.0% in the prior-year period — down 23.3% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Air Lease with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Air Lease's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 26.08%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.