Lease Finance or Leasing Finance Market Report 2026

The lease finance or leasing finance market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $219.74 billion in 2025 to $234.12 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to capex intensive industrial growth and need for asset financing alternatives, limited access to bank credit for sme and collateral constraints, globalization of manufacturing supply chains and demand for equipment mobility, tax incentives for leasing structures and depreciation benefits, growth in transportation and industrial expansion with fleet modernization demand.

The lease finance or leasing finance market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $304.36 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing focus on circular economy and asset reuse models, expansion of infrastructure development in emerging markets and financing demand, stricter accounting and financial reporting standards impacting lease recognition, volatility in interest rates and capital costs driving flexible financing demand, rising demand for risk mitigation and asset value optimization strategies. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of sme equipment leasing adoption to preserve capital, cross-border leasing and global asset financing expansion, regulatory and accounting standard driven lease structuring optimization (ifrs 16 compliance), green leasing and energy efficient asset financing models, secondary market development for leased asset refurbishment and resale.

The increasing infrastructure development projects are anticipated to drive the growth of the lease finance or leasing finance market in the coming years. Infrastructure development projects refer to planned construction and expansion initiatives involving essential public systems such as transportation, energy, water supply, and urban facilities to support economic growth and connectivity. The expansion of infrastructure development projects is driven by rising urbanization and economic growth, as they enhance connectivity, improve public services, and support overall regional development. Lease finance or leasing finance supports infrastructure development projects by offering long-term funding for high-cost assets and equipment, enabling faster project execution without substantial upfront capital investment while enhancing cash flow efficiency for developers and contractors. For example, in July 2025, according to the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government department, total investment in the infrastructure sector reached £20.3 billion ($23.64 billion) in 2024, representing a 16.9% increase compared to 2023. Therefore, the increasing infrastructure development projects are fueling the growth of the lease finance or leasing finance market.

Leading companies operating in the lease finance or leasing finance market are focusing on developing advanced asset financing solutions, such as integrated equipment leasing platforms, to enhance capital accessibility, reduce upfront investment burdens, and improve the adoption of clean energy and industrial technologies. Integrated equipment leasing platforms refer to digital or financial systems that combine equipment procurement, leasing, financing, and lifecycle management into a single unified solution for businesses. For example, in September 2024, Plug Power Inc., a US-based electrical equipment manufacturing company, introduced an equipment lease financing platform aimed at accelerating the adoption of hydrogen and energy systems among its customers. The initiative is designed to mobilize around $150 million through a mix of debt leverage and structured customer financing arrangements. It enables faster deployment of fuel cell systems and associated equipment across end-use industries. It also helps reduce the upfront capital burden for customers, making advanced clean energy solutions more financially accessible. Overall, the platform strengthens Plug Power’s ability to scale its hydrogen infrastructure by aligning financing mechanisms with equipment deployment needs.

In May 2023, ALD, a France-based provider of full-service vehicle leasing and fleet management solutions, acquired LeasePlan for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, ALD seeks to establish the world leader in sustainable mobility solutions by merging two industry leaders with complementary expertise to support the shift from ownership to usership and accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles. LeasePlan is a Netherlands-based provider of leasing finance.

Major companies operating in the lease finance or leasing finance market are Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited, Siemens AG, Marubeni Corporation, SMBC Leasing Company Limited, Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc., Ryder System Inc., Tokyo Century Corporation, De Lage Landen International B.V., Tata Capital Limited, BOC Aviation Limited, Mahindra and Mahindra Financial Services Limited, South Indian Bank, CSI Leasing Inc., Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Company Limited, National Business Capital LLC, Avolon Holdings Limited, BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, SG Equipment Finance GmbH, Macquarie Equipment Finance, Abhinav Leasing & Finance Limited.

North America was the largest region in the lease finance or leasing finance market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the lease finance or leasing finance market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the lease finance or leasing finance market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The lease finance or leasing finance market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as maintenance and support services, residual value management services, portfolio management services, and contract management services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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