Here’s What Ball Corporation’s Upcoming Earnings Report May Reveal

Overview of Ball Corporation

Ball Corporation (BALL), valued at $14.3 billion, is a leading global provider of aluminum packaging solutions. The company supplies products such as beverage cans, aerosol containers, bottles, cups, and aluminum slugs to industries including beverages, personal care, and household goods. Its operations span the United States, Brazil, and a variety of international markets, with headquarters in Westminster, Colorado.

Upcoming Earnings and Analyst Expectations

Ball Corporation is preparing to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025. Analysts anticipate an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.90, representing a 7.1% increase compared to the $0.84 reported in the same quarter last year. Notably, the company has surpassed Wall Street’s EPS forecasts for the past four consecutive quarters.

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Future Earnings Projections

Looking ahead, analysts expect Ball Corporation’s adjusted EPS to reach $3.57 for fiscal 2025, marking a 12.6% improvement over the $3.17 reported in 2024. Projections for fiscal 2026 indicate a further 12.9% year-over-year increase, with adjusted EPS estimated at $4.03.

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Stock Performance Overview

Over the past year, Ball Corporation’s share price has experienced a slight decline, lagging behind the S&P 500 Index’s 16.2% gain and the nearly 12% return posted by the State Street Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB) during the same period.

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Recent Financial Highlights

On November 4, Ball Corporation’s stock rose by 1.5% following the release of its third-quarter 2025 results. The company reported revenue of $3.38 billion, surpassing analyst expectations, and noted robust demand for aluminum packaging, with global shipments increasing by 3.9%. Beverage packaging sales in North and Central America climbed to $1.64 billion, up from $1.46 billion a year earlier. The company also reaffirmed its guidance for earnings growth in the range of 12% to 15% for 2025, further boosting investor confidence.

Analyst Ratings and Price Target

Market experts maintain a cautiously optimistic stance on Ball Corporation’s stock, assigning it an overall “Moderate Buy” rating. Of the 15 analysts covering the company, six recommend a “Strong Buy,” two suggest a “Moderate Buy,” six advise holding the stock, and one recommends a “Strong Sell.” The consensus price target stands at $60.08, indicating a potential upside of 11.4% from current levels.