Dauch Q3 sales beat expectations on Dowlais acquisition
DCH•Dauch’s Q3 sales were $2.91 billion, above the $2.79 billion estimate, while adjusted EBITDA of $358.5 million also beat expectations. The company raised its 2026 sales outlook but lowered its adjusted EBITDA outlook.
1. Quarterly results
Dauch reported Q3 sales of $2.91 billion, compared with analyst expectations of $2.79 billion. Adjusted EBITDA was $358.5 million, above the $352.94 million estimate. The company posted a net loss of $45.3 million and a loss per share of $0.19; adjusted EPS was lower year over year due to acquisition costs.
2. 2026 outlook
Dauch raised its 2026 sales outlook to $10.8 billion-$10.875 billion from $10.6 billion-$10.8 billion, and lowered its adjusted EBITDA outlook to $1.35 billion-$1.375 billion from $1.36 billion-$1.425 billion. It narrowed its adjusted free cash flow outlook to $270 million-$310 million from $260 million-$325 million.
3. Acquisition and cash flow
The company said the Dowlais Group acquisition was the primary driver of year-over-year changes in its financial results. CEO David C. Dauch said the company made progress on synergy realization after the acquisition and that strong operating cash flow supported new program launches.
