FTAI Aviation Ltd. - Common Stock (FTAI)

This aviation specialist isn't letting the possibility of meeting the power demands of the burgeoning AI industry fly by.

Shares of aircraft leasing company FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:FTAI) jumped 8.8% in the morning session after the company launched FTAI Power, a venture repurposing its CFM56 aircraft engines into 25-megawatt power turbines. 

NEW YORK, Dec. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI; the “Company”) today announced the launch of FTAI Power, a new platform focused on converting CFM56 engines to power turbines built to provide the most flexible, cost efficient and scaled solution for delivering reliable energy to data centers globally. FTAI is uniquely positioned as one of the largest aftermarket maintenance providers and owners of the CFM56 engine to bring a new power turbine to the market with production expected to begin in 2026.

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This specialty provider of testing, inspection, certification and compliance (TIC) recently completed a key merger.

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FTAI Aviation offers a high 8.87% dividend yield, backed by strong profitability, a sustainable payout ratio, and solid liquidity for income investors.

Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. They are also bound to benefit from a friendlier regulatory environment with the Trump administration, and this excitement has led to a six-month gain of 19.6% for the sector - higher than the S&P 500’s 15.3% return.

FTAI Aviation combines strong revenue and EPS growth with a positive technical setup, suggesting a potential breakout opportunity for investors.

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FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ: FTAI) is recommended by investment experts to diversify portfolios beyond tech, while Eaton (NYSE: ETN) and SPDR S&P Biotech ETF (NYSE: XBI) show promising price action. SoFi's Liz Young Thomas also suggests Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF (NASDAQ: COWZ).

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The transportation company is having a strong 2025.

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A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets faded the Nvidia rally in the morning session, as investors remained uncertain about future rate cuts. 

Shares of aircraft leasing company FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:FTAI) jumped 4% in the afternoon session after the stock's positive momentum continued as the company announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Palantir Technologies and received continued support from analysts. FTAI disclosed it would use Palantir's artificial intelligence platform across its global maintenance operations. The partnership aimed to generate cost savings and help the company meet growing demand. In a related vote of confidence, analyst firm BTIG reiterated its "Buy" rating on the stock, keeping its price target at $230. The firm noted its confidence in FTAI's ability to quickly and cost-effectively scale its operations following a visit to its Module Factory.

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Palantir expands AI footprint through partnerships with FTAI Aviation and NHS, utilizing its AI platform to enhance performance and training.

Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR), a leading provider of AI software, and FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI), a global leader in aircraft engine maintenance, today announced a multi-year strategic partnership, which will allow FTAI to leverage Palantir’s Artificial Intelligence Platform (“AIP”) across FTAI’s global maintenance footprint.

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Shares of aircraft leasing company FTAI Aviation (NASDAQ:FTAI) jumped 8.5% in the morning session after its Chief Operating Officer, David Moreno, disclosed a significant purchase of company stock, signaling strong insider confidence. 

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FTAI Aviation delivered third quarter results that met analyst revenue expectations, but reported a lower-than-anticipated GAAP profit, with management citing ongoing business model shifts and increased investment activity. CEO Joseph Adams highlighted the successful close of a major strategic capital partnership, SCI, which significantly expanded the company’s managed aircraft portfolio. The Aerospace Products segment continued its strong momentum, benefiting from heightened demand for rebuilt engines and newly announced long-term airline contracts. Management emphasized that vertical integration and efficiency improvements across facilities in Montreal, Miami, and Rome were pivotal in driving both productivity and margins this quarter.