Dauch Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Dauch Corporation reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, revealing sales of $2.38 billion, a significant increase from $1.41 billion in the same period the previous year. The company experienced a net loss attributable to Dauch of $(100.3) million, or $(0.52) per share, compared to a net income of $7.1 million, or $0.06 per share, in the first quarter of 2025.

Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was noted at $308.5 million, representing 13.0% of sales, up from $177.7 million or 12.6% of sales in the same quarter the prior year. The company also reported net cash used in operating activities of $(64.4) million, a decline from $55.9 million in the prior year, and an adjusted free cash flow use of $(40.8) million compared to $(3.9) million in 2025.

David C. Dauch, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented on the results, stating that they underscore a strong start for the new Dauch Corporation as they begin to realize integration synergies related to the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc, now Dowlais Group Limited. He expressed optimism regarding the long-term strategic benefits of this acquisition.

Dauch's updated financial outlook for 2026 anticipates sales between $10.3 billion and $10.8 billion, along with an adjusted EBITDA forecast in the range of $1.3 billion to $1.425 billion. This outlook includes projected synergy benefits from the recent acquisition.

A conference call to discuss these results further is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. ET, with attendees able to access the call through Dauch’s investor website or by phone. Following the live event, a replay will be available for a limited time.