Vanguard Group Discloses Stake in American Axle & Manufacturing

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released a Form 8.3 disclosing its position in American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. This filing, made under Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, indicates that Vanguard controls 10.94% of American Axle's relevant securities, amounting to 12,865,092 shares of USD 0.01 common stock as of May 22, 2025. This significant holding represents interests rather than short positions, with no disclosed stock-settled derivatives or agreements on these securities.

The disclosure also records a recent transaction by Vanguard, involving the purchase of 570 shares and the sale of 451 shares at a price of 4.38 USD per share. No cash-settled or stock-settled derivative transactions were reported, and no additional agreements or understandings are in place regarding derivatives or options related to voting rights or future securities acquisitions. The lack of indemnities or similar arrangements suggests a straightforward interest in the securities.