Earnings summaries and quarterly performance for AXL.
Executive leadership at AXL.
Board of directors at AXL.
AM
Aleksandra Miziolek
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Director
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David Walker
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Director
HP
Herbert Parker
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Director
JM
James McCaslin
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Lead Independent Director
PL
Peter Lyons
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Director
SV
Samuel Valenti III
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Director
SP
Sandra Pierce
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TG
Terry Grayson-Caprio
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William Kozyra
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WM
William Miller II
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Bank of America
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Gautam Narayan
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Justin Barell
TD Cowen
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Ryan Brinkman
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BNP Paribas
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Recent press releases and 8-K filings for AXL.
Dauch Announces Court Sanction of Scheme and Prospectus Publication for Dowlais Combination
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- The Court has sanctioned the Scheme for the combination of Dauch and Dowlais, with the Scheme expected to become effective on February 3, 2026.
- Dauch has published a prospectus, approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), for the admission of its shares to the Official List of the FCA and to trading on the main market of the London Stock Exchange.
- This action is part of the recommended cash and share combination between Dauch and Dowlais Group plc.
8 days ago
Dauch Corporation: Name and Ticker Change
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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.
Jan 26, 2026, 2:15 PM
AAM Receives China Antitrust Approval for Dowlais Combination
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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