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Sumitomo Corp to Acquire Air Lease for $7.4B

9/3/2025

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Sumitomo Corp and SMBC Aviation Capital will acquire Air Lease for $7.4 billion, offering shareholders $65 per share.
The transaction aims to close in early 2026, forming Sumisho Air Lease and expanding SMBC's fleet to nearly 1,800 jets.
Analysts express concerns about slowing growth in the aircraft leasing market and its impact on future returns.

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Sumitomo Corp and SMBC Aviation Capital will acquire Air Lease for $7.4 billion, offering shareholders $65 per share.
The transaction aims to close in early 2026, forming Sumisho Air Lease and expanding SMBC's fleet to nearly 1,800 jets.
Analysts express concerns about slowing growth in the aircraft leasing market and its impact on future returns.