AMERICAN AXLE & MANUFACTURING HOLDINGS, INC. TO BECOME "DAUCH CORPORATION" AND TRADE ON NYSE UNDER NEW TICKER SYMBOL "DCH"
Rhea-AI Summary
Dauch Corporation (formerly American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.; NYSE:AXL) changed its legal name by filing an amendment in Delaware, effective 12:01 a.m. ET on January 26, 2026. The company said its common stock will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the new name Dauch Corporation and new ticker DCH effective February 5, 2026, while the CUSIP will remain unchanged.
The company said existing stock certificates remain valid and the name change aligns with a planned acquisition of Dowlais Group expected to close February 3, 2026.
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News Market Reaction – AXL
On the day this news was published, AXL declined 3.74%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Peers on Argus
AXL gained 1.72% while key peers CPS, PLOW, SLDP, ECX and SMP all showed negative moves today, pointing to stock-specific strength around the rebranding and Dowlais-related transition rather than a broad Auto Parts sector move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16 | Combination approval update | Positive | +0.5% | China regulator cleared Dowlais combination; remaining court steps outlined. |
| Dec 09 | Debt financing announced | Negative | -2.0% | Large secured and unsecured note offerings to fund Dowlais transaction. |
| Nov 26 | Conference appearance | Positive | +2.5% | Participation in BofA leveraged finance conference with webcast access. |
| Nov 26 | Conference appearance | Positive | +2.5% | UBS industrials and transportation conference fireside chat announcement. |
| Nov 14 | Conference appearance | Positive | -0.8% | Barclays automotive and mobility tech conference participation with webcast. |
Recent Dowlais-related and capital markets updates have generally seen modestly positive or mixed price reactions, with only one clear divergence on a conference appearance.
Over the last few months, AXL has focused on the planned combination with Dowlais and associated financing. A Jan 16, 2026 update confirming Chinese regulatory approval for the combination saw a small positive move. In late 2025, the company announced sizable secured and unsecured note offerings and several conference appearances, with mostly modest price reactions. Today’s name and ticker change to Dauch Corporation fits into this broader integration narrative ahead of the expected early Feb 2026 closing.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement formalizes AXL’s rebranding to Dauch Corporation and a new NYSE ticker, DCH, with trading under the new symbol expected from February 5, 2026. The change is closely linked to the planned Dowlais acquisition, anticipated to complete on February 3, 2026, and requires no action from shareholders. In context with prior regulatory and financing steps, investors may focus on closing execution, integration milestones, and any subsequent strategic updates under the new corporate identity.
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As a result of the Name Change, effective February 5, 2026, the Common Stock will cease trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the name American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. and under the ticker symbol "AXL" and will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the name Dauch Corporation and under new ticker symbol, "DCH". The CUSIP of the Company's common stock will not change in connection with the Name Change or the ticker symbol change. Following the Name Change, existing stock certificates, which reflect the former name of the Company, will continue to be valid unless and until such certificates are exchanged for new stock certificates reflecting the new name of the Company.
"This is a transformational moment for our company and its stockholders and another visible milestone in our long-term strategy as we prepare for the planned business acquisition of Dowlais Group and its subsidiaries," said David C. Dauch, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dauch Corporation. "The name stands for clarity, confidence, and a commitment to performance with a legacy of leadership that has helped shape engineering and manufacturing. It represents a responsibility to our stakeholders, a dedication to operational excellence, and a willingness to take bold steps as we strive to exceed today's standards and capitalize on tomorrow's potential."
The new name and branding will go into effect today with a brand identity rollout that will commence with the completion of the acquisition, which is expected to occur on February 3, 2026.
No action is required by the Company's stockholders with respect to the Name Change or the ticker symbol change.
About Dauch Corporation
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive Supplier, Dauch designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in
Contacts:
Christopher M. Son, Vice President, Marketing & Communications
+1 (313) 758-4814
Chris.son@aam.com
David H. Lim, Head of Investor Relations
+1 (313) 758-2006
David.lim@aam.com
Forward-looking statements
In this announcement, Dauch makes statements concerning its expectations, beliefs, plans, objectives, goals, strategies, and future events or performance, including, but not limited to, certain statements related to the ability of Dauch and Dowlais Group plc ("Dowlais") to consummate Dauch's business combination with Dowlais (the "Business Combination") in a timely manner or at all, the closing the Business Combination and the regulatory approval process. Such statements are "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and relate to trends and events that may affect Dauch's or the combined company's future financial position and operating results. The terms such as "will," "may," "could," "would," "plan," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "project," "target," and similar words or expressions, as well as statements in future tense, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements should not be read as a guarantee of future performance or results and will not necessarily be accurate indications of the times at, or by, which such performance or results will be achieved. These forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these statements. These risks and uncertainties related to Dauch include factors detailed in the reports Dauch files with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), including those described under "Risk Factors" in its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this communication. Dauch expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement contained herein to reflect any change in its expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.
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SOURCE American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc.
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