The earnings call presented a strong financial performance with significant volume growth and shareholder returns. However, challenges such as higher interest expenses, tariff impacts, and mix headwinds were noted. The overall sentiment is cautiously optimistic with a positive outlook for 2025.
Company Guidance
In the Ball Corporation's third quarter 2025 earnings call, the company reported a robust performance with several key metrics highlighted. Beverage can volumes grew by 4.2%, while comparable operating earnings increased by 5.1%, and comparable diluted earnings per share rose by 12.1%. The company returned $1.27 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. Furthermore, Ball Corporation aims for a 12% to 15% growth in comparable diluted EPS for 2025. Segment-wise, North and Central America saw a 3.5% increase in comparable operating earnings driven by strong volume growth, particularly in energy drinks and nonalcoholic beverages. In EMEA, segment comparable operating earnings surged by 14.8% due to robust mid-single-digit volume growth. South America recorded a 2.6% increase in segment comparable operating earnings, supported by strong performance in Argentina, despite challenges in Brazil. The company anticipates its 2025 global volume growth to exceed the long-term 2% to 3% range, with all segments expected to perform in line with or ahead of long-term targets. For the entire year, Ball Corporation expects a 22% effective tax rate on comparable earnings and $320 million in interest expense. The company remains focused on operational excellence and long-term shareholder value.
Beverage Can Volume Growth
Beverage can volumes grew by 4.2%, driven by strong performance in energy drinks and nonalcoholic beverages.
Comparable Operating Earnings Increase
Comparable operating earnings increased by 5.1%, showcasing effective cost management and higher volume performance.
Shareholder Returns
Returned $1.27 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends as of the call.
EMEA Strong Performance
EMEA region saw a 14.8% increase in segment comparable operating earnings due to mid-single-digit volume growth.
Positive Outlook for 2025
The company expects to deliver 12% to 15% comparable diluted EPS growth and record adjusted free cash flow by year-end.
Ball (BALL) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
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BALL Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Nov 04, 2025
$47.11
$47.83
+1.53%
Aug 05, 2025
$57.39
$54.09
-5.75%
May 06, 2025
$51.46
$51.29
-0.33%
Feb 04, 2025
$55.05
$51.25
-6.90%
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FAQ
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Ball (BALL) is schdueled to report earning on Jan 29, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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