Dauch Q1 Sales Jump 69% to $2.38B, Posts $100M Net Loss
Dauch posted first-quarter sales of $2.38 billion, driven by the Dowlais acquisition, compared with $1.41 billion a year ago, but reported a net loss of $100.3 million, or $0.52 per share. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $308.5 million (13.0% of sales), while adjusted EPS reached $0.34.
1. First Quarter Financial Results
Dauch reported first-quarter sales of $2.38 billion, up from $1.41 billion in Q1 2025, reflecting the inclusion of Dowlais. The company recorded a net loss of $100.3 million, or $0.52 per share, while adjusted EBITDA reached $308.5 million (13.0% of sales) and adjusted EPS was $0.34.
2. Impact of Dowlais Acquisition
The Dowlais acquisition, closed in early February, was the primary driver of the 69% sales increase and higher adjusted earnings per share, which rose from $0.22 to $0.34. Management highlighted early integration synergies and operational scale benefits that supported margin expansion despite the GAAP loss.
3. 2026 Financial Outlook
Dauch reiterated full-year sales guidance of $10.3–$10.8 billion and raised the upper end of adjusted EBITDA to $1.425 billion, including $50–$75 million in synergy benefits. The company expects adjusted free cash flow of $235–$325 million, capital expenditures of 4.5%–5% of sales, and $100–$125 million in synergy implementation cash payments.