Dana Inc (DAN) Stock Analysis
Verdict: HOLD
The $10B Eaton Mobility merger transforms Dana into a high-growth powerhouse, but high leverage and execution risk create short-term pain.
Investment score: 64/100
Analysis as of
Is Dana Inc stock worth reviewing? The TradeMates thesis
BUY on the post-merger dip. Fundamental EPS growth to $3.50+ by 2027 justifies a $36+ price target.
7-factor investment score
- Valuation: 75/100 (weight 20%)
- Financial Health: 45/100 (weight 15%)
- Technical Momentum: 50/100 (weight 15%)
- Earnings Quality: 55/100 (weight 15%)
- Insider Sentiment: 70/100 (weight 10%)
- Analyst Consensus: 80/100 (weight 10%)
- Risk-Adjusted Return: 60/100 (weight 15%)
Dana Inc opportunities and risks
What speaks for DAN
- Eaton Mobility Synergy
What speaks against DAN
- High Leverage & Integration Friction
Peers and competitors
| Ticker | P/E | P/S | EV/EBITDA | Gross margin | Net margin | FCF yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAN | n/a | n/a | 11.5x | 13.4% | 33.5% | 4.0% |
| LEA | 14.0x | 0.3x | 6.8x | 7.2% | 2.2% | 10.1% |
| GNTX | 14.2x | 2.1x | 10.1x | 34.3% | 14.8% | 8.5% |
| QS | n/a | 0.0x | n/a | 0.0% | 0.0% | -6.5% |
| DORM | 20.3x | 1.8x | 12.7x | 40.7% | 8.8% | 1.9% |
| VC | 19.2x | 0.8x | 7.1x | 13.4% | 4.4% | 8.5% |
| Peer median | 14.2x | 0.8x | 7.1x | 13.4% | 4.4% | 8.5% |
Frequently asked questions about Dana Inc (DAN)
Is DAN stock a good investment?
The TradeMates model rates Dana Inc as HOLD with an investment score of 64/100. BUY on the post-merger dip. Fundamental EPS growth to $3.50+ by 2027 justifies a $36+ price target. This is algorithmic model output, not personal investment advice.
Is DAN stock a buy?
The TradeMates model verdict for DAN is HOLD with an investment score of 64/100. Treat this as a model signal to review, not a personal buy recommendation.