Is the Dauch Corp (AXL) Form 4 transaction related to derivatives or options?

The filing describes the security as Common Stock and notes that the shares represent restricted stock units that will be settled in common stock. The derivative section shows no remaining derivative positions, emphasizing this as an RSU equity award.

Dauch Corp (NYSE: AXL) director receives 29,773-share RSU equity award

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Filing Sentiment

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Form Type

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Parker Herbert K reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

Dauch Corp director Parker Herbert K received a grant of 29,773 shares of Common Stock in the form of restricted stock units. The RSUs will vest on the one-year anniversary of the grant date and will be settled in common stock upon vesting. Following this award, he holds 209,726 shares directly.

Insider Trade Summary

1 transaction reported

Mixed 1 txn

Insider Parker Herbert K

Role null

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Common Stock	29,773	$0.00	--

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 209,726 shares (Direct, null)

Footnotes (1)

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Key Figures

RSU grant size: 29,773 shares Grant price: $0.00 per share Holdings after transaction: 209,726 shares +1 more

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RSU grant size 29,773 shares Restricted stock units granted to director on April 30, 2026

Grant price $0.00 per share Equity award, no cash purchase price

Holdings after transaction 209,726 shares Direct ownership following RSU grant

Vesting period One year RSUs vest on one-year anniversary of grant date

Key Terms

restricted stock units (RSUs), vest, Form 4, Grant, award, or other acquisition

4 terms

restricted stock units (RSUs) financial

"These shares represent restricted stock units (RSUs) that will be settled in common stock"

Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a type of company promise to give employees shares of stock in the future, usually after certain conditions like working for a set time. They are like a gift promised today that you receive later, which can become valuable if the company's stock price goes up. RSUs matter because they are a way companies reward employees and can be a significant part of compensation.

vest financial

"These RSUs will vest on the one-year anniversary of the date of grant"

A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.

Form 4 regulatory

"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4):"

Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.

Grant, award, or other acquisition financial

"transaction_code_description": "Grant, award, or other acquisition""

Form 4 Insider Transactions: What Each Field Means →

05/01/2026 - 04:07 PM

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Parker Herbert K

(Last)

(First)

(Middle)

ONE DAUCH DRIVE

(Street)

DETROIT

MICHIGAN

48211-1198

(City)

(State)

(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Dauch Corp [ DCH ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director	10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)	Other (specify below)

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
04/30/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price		6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
Common Stock	04/30/2026		A		29,773⁽¹⁾	A	$0	209,726	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares	8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)		10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)

Explanation of Responses:

1. These shares represent restricted stock units (RSUs) that will be settled in common stock upon vesting. These RSUs will vest on the one-year anniversary of the date of grant.

Remarks:

	/s/ Kristen M. Netschke, by POA from Herbert K. Parker	05/01/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
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Persons who respond to the collection of information contained in this form are not required to respond unless the form displays a currently valid OMB Number.
* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What insider transaction did Dauch Corp (AXL) report for Parker Herbert K?

Dauch Corp reported that director Parker Herbert K received 29,773 restricted stock units as an equity grant. These RSUs are compensation-related, carry no cash purchase price, and will convert into common stock when they vest.

How many Dauch Corp (AXL) shares does Parker Herbert K hold after this Form 4?

After the reported grant, Parker Herbert K directly holds 209,726 shares of Dauch Corp common stock. This total includes the effect of the newly granted restricted stock units that will be settled in shares upon vesting.

What are the terms of the restricted stock units granted by Dauch Corp (AXL)?

The filing states the 29,773 units are restricted stock units that will be settled in common stock upon vesting. According to the footnote, these RSUs vest on the one-year anniversary of the grant date, subject to their standard conditions.

Did Parker Herbert K buy or sell Dauch Corp (AXL) shares in the market?

The Form 4 shows a grant of 29,773 restricted stock units at a price of $0.00 per unit, described as a grant, award, or other acquisition. It does not report any open-market purchases or sales of Dauch Corp common stock.