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AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS (AXL)

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Earnings summaries and quarterly performance for AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS.

Recent press releases and 8-K filings for AXL.

Dauch Corporation: Name and Ticker Change
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M&A
Delisting/Listing Issues
  • American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. officially changed its name to Dauch Corporation on January 26, 2026.
  • The company's common stock will transition from ticker symbol "AXL" to "DCH" on the NYSE, effective February 5, 2026.
  • This strategic move precedes the planned acquisition of Dowlais Group and its subsidiaries, with the acquisition expected to complete on February 3, 2026.
3 days ago
AAM Receives China Antitrust Approval for Dowlais Combination
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M&A
Takeover Bid
  • AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS, INC. (AAM) and Dowlais Group PLC have announced that the China State Administration for Market Regulation has approved their Combination, satisfying all regulatory and antitrust conditions.
  • The Court Hearing to sanction the Scheme is scheduled for January 30, 2026, with the Scheme expected to become effective on February 3, 2026.
  • Upon the Scheme becoming effective, Dowlais shareholders will receive 0.0881 New AAM Shares and 43 pence in cash for each Dowlais Share held.
Jan 16, 2026, 9:38 PM
AAM and Dowlais Announce China Antitrust Approval for Combination
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Takeover Bid
  • AAM and Dowlais have received formal approval from the China State Administration for Market Regulation for their Combination, satisfying all regulatory and antitrust conditions.
  • The Court Hearing for the Scheme is scheduled for January 30, 2026, and the Combination is expected to become effective on February 3, 2026.
Jan 16, 2026, 9:15 PM
American Axle & Manufacturing Discusses Q3 Performance and Dowlais Acquisition Progress
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M&A
Guidance Update
Debt Issuance
  • American Axle & Manufacturing (AXL) reported nearly $100 million of adjusted free cash flow in the third quarter, continuing a trend of positive year-over-year performance.
  • The Dowlais acquisition is on track to close in the first quarter of 2026, with nine of ten regulatory approvals secured and permanent financing completed.
  • AXL anticipates $300 million in annual run-rate synergies from the Dowlais acquisition, with an estimated $300 million in costs to achieve these synergies spread from 2026 to 2028.
  • Post-acquisition, the primary use of cash flow will be debt reduction until a leverage ratio of 2.5 times is achieved, after which a more balanced capital allocation strategy, including potential shareholder returns, will be pursued.
  • For 2026, AXL anticipates a slightly down North American market and relatively flat European markets, but remains bullish on GM, Ram, and Ford truck production.
Dec 3, 2025, 2:40 PM
American Axle & Manufacturing Provides Update on Dauch Acquisition and Capital Allocation Strategy
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M&A
Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
  • American Axle & Manufacturing (AXL) expects to close the Dauch acquisition in Q1 2026, having received nine of ten necessary approvals, with only China remaining.
  • The acquisition is projected to generate $300 million in annual run-rate synergies, with an estimated $300 million in costs to achieve these synergies spread from 2026 to 2028.
  • Post-acquisition, the company's primary capital allocation focus will be to reduce its leverage ratio to 2.5 times, after which a more balanced approach including potential shareholder returns will be considered.
  • AXL reported nearly $100 million of adjusted free cash flow in Q3 and is focused on operational improvements in its metal forming operations to achieve double-digit margins.
Dec 3, 2025, 2:40 PM
American Axle & Manufacturing Provides Update on Dauch Acquisition and 2026 Outlook
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M&A
Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
  • American Axle & Manufacturing's acquisition of Dauch is on track to close in Q1 2026, with 9 of 10 regulatory approvals secured, pending only China's consent.
  • The company projects $300 million in annual synergies from the Dauch acquisition, with 50% from purchasing/procurement, 30% from SG&A/engineering, and 20% from operational improvements. Achieving these synergies is estimated to cost approximately $300 million over 2026-2028.
  • Following the acquisition, American Axle's primary capital allocation priority will be to reduce leverage to 2.5 times, after which a more balanced approach including potential shareholder returns will be considered.
  • American Axle reported a strong Q3 with nearly $100 million in adjusted free cash flow and maintains its North America production outlook at around 15.1 million units for the year.
  • The company remains bullish on the truck market for 2026 and has reduced its R&D spending by nearly $20 million this year by taking a selective approach to electrification investments.
Dec 3, 2025, 2:40 PM
American Axle & Manufacturing to Double Revenue with Dowlais Acquisition
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M&A
Guidance Update
New Projects/Investments
  • American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) is acquiring Dowlais, a leading driveline supplier, in a transaction expected to double AAM's revenue to approximately $12 billion and generate $300 million in annual synergies.
  • The merger will significantly diversify AAM's customer base, reducing General Motors' revenue contribution from 42% to 27% of the combined entity, and increase geographic diversification with North America's share decreasing from three-quarters to 57%.
  • The acquisition is a leverage-neutral transaction, with the combined company targeting over 14% EBITDA margin and over 5% adjusted free cash flow opportunity.
  • AAM reported strong Q3 earnings with Adjusted EBITDA margins at 12.9% and nearly $100 million of adjusted free cash flow.
Dec 2, 2025, 3:50 PM
American Axle Provides Update on Dauch Acquisition and Financial Performance
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M&A
Debt Issuance
Guidance Update
  • American Axle (AXL) is progressing with its acquisition of Dauch, a driveline supplier with $5 billion-$6 billion in annual revenues, anticipating closure in early 2026 after securing 9 out of 10 antitrust clearances.
  • The combined company is projected to achieve approximately $12 billion in revenue, realize $300 million in annual synergies, and target over 14% EBITDA margins.
  • This leverage-neutral transaction aims to enhance customer and geographic diversification, reducing General Motors' revenue concentration from 42% to 27% and North America's share from three-quarters to 57%.
  • American Axle reported strong Q3 earnings results with adjusted EBITDA margins at 12.9% and nearly $100 million of adjusted free cash flow.
  • The company maintains a measured approach to electrification, with its EV book of business currently a low single-digit percentage, while Dauch's side-shaft products are propulsion agnostic and expected to grow in an EV market.
Dec 2, 2025, 3:50 PM
American Axle & Manufacturing Discusses Dauch Acquisition and Future Strategy
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M&A
Debt Issuance
New Projects/Investments
  • American Axle & Manufacturing (AXL) is in the process of acquiring Dauch, a transaction expected to double AXL's revenue to approximately $12 billion and close in early 2026, with 9 out of 10 antitrust clearances secured.
  • The acquisition is projected to generate $300 million in annual synergies and lead to post-combination financial targets of over 14% adjusted EBITDA margins and greater than 5% adjusted free cash flow.
  • The Dauch acquisition is a leverage-neutral transaction, and American Axle aims to further strengthen its balance sheet by reducing net debt leverage to below 2.5 times.
  • The merger will significantly diversify AXL's customer base, reducing General Motors' revenue contribution from 42% to 27%, and increase geographic exposure, particularly in Europe.
Dec 2, 2025, 3:50 PM
American Axle & Manufacturing Updates Guidance and Discusses Dowlais Acquisition
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Guidance Update
M&A
New Projects/Investments
Nov 19, 2025, 6:00 PM

Quarterly earnings call transcripts for AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS.