Dauch Corp. to Announce Q4 Financial Results

- The company recently changed its name from American Axle & Manufacturing to Dauch Corp., a move that became effective on January 26, 2026. Its stock ticker on the New York Stock Exchange also changed from "AXL" to "DCH" starting February 5, 2026. - This rebranding follows the company's recent acquisition of Dowlais Group, the owner of GKN Automotive, which was completed on February 3, 2026. The deal, valued at approximately $1.4 billion, creates a combined company with operations in more than 20 countries. - In the third quarter of 2023, the company reported a net loss of $17.4 million on sales of $1.55 billion. The results were negatively impacted by the UAW work stoppage, which accounted for an estimated $15 million hit to sales. - For the upcoming fourth-quarter results, analysts are forecasting revenue of approximately $1.40 billion. The consensus earnings per share (EPS) estimate is around -$0.02. - A key area of focus for the company is the transition to electric vehicles. Dauch Corp. projects a new business backlog of about $600 million for the years 2024 through 2026, with approximately 50% of that stemming from electrification programs. - Chairman and CEO David C. Dauch has noted that any delay in OEM electric vehicle programs could be a net positive for the company, allowing it to generate strong cash flow from its traditional internal combustion engine business to fund electrification growth. - Wall Street analysts have a consensus "Moderate Buy" rating on the stock. The average one-year price target for the company was recently increased by over 30% to $9.97 per share.