Ball (NYSE:BALL) will release its quarterly earnings report on Tuesday, 2026-02-03. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.

Analysts anticipate Ball to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.90.

The announcement from Ball is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.

It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.

Performance in Previous Earnings

In the previous earnings release, the company missed EPS by $0.00, leading to a 2.22% increase in the share price the following trading session.

Here's a look at Ball's past performance and the resulting price change:

Ball Share Price Analysis

Shares of Ball were trading at $56.87 as of January 30. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 9.76%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release.

Insights Shared by Analysts on Ball

For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Ball.

With 6 analyst ratings, Ball has a consensus rating of Buy. The average one-year price target is $60.83, indicating a potential 6.96% upside.

Peer Ratings Comparison

The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Crown Holdings, AptarGroup and Silgan Hldgs, three prominent players in the industry, gives insights for their relative performance expectations and market positioning.

Snapshot: Peer Analysis

The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for Crown Holdings, AptarGroup and Silgan Hldgs, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

Key Takeaway:

Ball is positioned in the middle among its peers for Consensus rating. It ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth, with the lowest percentage. In terms of Gross Profit, Ball is at the top with the highest value. However, for Return on Equity, Ball is at the bottom compared to its peers.

Get to Know Ball Better

Ball: A Financial Overview

Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.

Revenue Growth: Ball displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 September, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 9.64%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Materials sector.

Net Margin: Ball's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 9.5%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.

Return on Equity (ROE): Ball's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 6.03%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.

Return on Assets (ROA): Ball's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.72%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.

Debt Management: Ball's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.32, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.

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