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Ball Corporation (BALL)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US0584981064
IPO Date
Sep 7, 1984

Highlights

Market Cap
$15.86B
Enterprise Value
$21.68B
EPS (TTM)
$3.34
PE Ratio
17.69
PEG Ratio
0.18
Total Revenue (TTM)
$13.14B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$1.46B
EBITDA (TTM)
$1.60B
Year Range
$43.51 - $68.29
Target Price
$62.50
ROA (TTM)
4.67%
ROE (TTM)
12.94%

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Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Ball Corporation, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Ball Corporation (BALL) has returned 11.92% so far this year and 15.19% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, BALL has returned 6.26% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.


Ball Corporation

1D
1.86%
1M
-11.68%
YTD
11.92%
6M
18.06%
1Y
15.19%
3Y*
3.81%
5Y*
-6.09%
10Y*
6.26%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 7, 1984, BALL's average daily return is +0.06%, while the average monthly return is +1.19%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.9 years.

Historically, 60% of months were positive and 40% were negative. The best month was Feb 1986 with a return of +34.2%, while the worst month was Oct 1987 at -26.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 15 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.

On a daily basis, BALL closed higher 49% of trading days. The best single day was Oct 21, 1987 with a return of +16.2%, while the worst single day was Oct 19, 1987 at -23.9%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20267.36%18.04%-11.68%11.92%
20251.03%-5.40%-0.80%-0.25%3.16%5.08%2.09%-8.07%-3.85%-6.78%5.38%7.38%-2.43%
2024-3.60%15.82%5.22%3.28%-0.20%-13.30%6.35%-0.03%6.76%-12.75%4.91%-11.02%-2.96%
202313.88%-3.14%-1.96%-3.50%-3.43%13.78%0.82%-6.88%-8.58%-3.27%15.25%4.03%14.15%
20220.86%-7.38%0.29%-9.82%-12.42%-2.99%6.76%-23.72%-13.42%2.21%13.96%-8.81%-46.23%
2021-5.54%-2.82%-0.76%10.50%-12.10%-1.39%-0.17%18.89%-6.24%1.68%2.37%3.02%4.12%

Benchmark Metrics

Ball Corporation has an annualized alpha of 6.77%, beta of 0.81, and R² of 0.26 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 10, 1984.

  • This stock participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (70.30%) than losses (52.00%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
  • R² of 0.26 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
6.77%
Beta
0.81
0.26
Upside Capture
70.30%
Downside Capture
52.00%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

BALL ranks 56 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


BALL Risk / Return Rank: 5656
Overall Rank
BALL Sharpe Ratio Rank: 6161
Sharpe Ratio Rank
BALL Sortino Ratio Rank: 5555
Sortino Ratio Rank
BALL Omega Ratio Rank: 5252
Omega Ratio Rank
BALL Calmar Ratio Rank: 5858
Calmar Ratio Rank
BALL Martin Ratio Rank: 5656
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Ball Corporation (BALL) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


BALLBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.57

0.90

-0.33

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

1.01

1.39

-0.38

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.12

1.21

-0.09

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

0.75

1.40

-0.65

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

1.48

6.61

-5.13

Explore BALL risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History

Ball Corporation provided a 1.35% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.80 per share. The company has been increasing its dividends for 31 consecutive years, earning it the status of a dividend aristocrat.


0.60%0.80%1.00%1.20%1.40%1.60%$0.00$0.20$0.40$0.60$0.8020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.80$0.80$0.80$0.80$0.80$0.70$0.60$0.55$0.40$0.37$0.26$0.26

Dividend yield

1.35%1.51%1.45%1.39%1.56%0.73%0.64%0.85%0.87%0.96%0.69%0.71%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Ball Corporation. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.20
2025$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.80
2024$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.80
2023$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.80
2022$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.80
2021$0.00$0.15$0.00$0.00$0.15$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.00$0.20$0.00$0.70

Dividend Yield & Payout


Dividend Yield

Ball Corporation has a dividend yield of 1.35%, which signifies it pays a smaller percentage of its stock price in dividends to its shareholders compared to other companies in the market.

Payout Ratio

Ball Corporation has a payout ratio of 24.67%, which is below the market average. This means Ball Corporation returns a smaller proportion of its earnings to shareholders as dividends, suggesting it retains a higher portion for reinvestment, growth, or debt payment.

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Ball Corporation. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Ball Corporation was 55.09%, occurring on Oct 23, 2023. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Ball Corporation drawdown is 35.83%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-55.09%Sep 3, 2021537Oct 23, 2023
-54.04%May 7, 1999208Mar 2, 2000381Sep 5, 2001589
-49.42%May 16, 2008114Oct 27, 2008340Mar 5, 2010454
-44.91%Jun 30, 1987424Mar 2, 19891604Jul 6, 19952028
-37.67%Jul 12, 1995292Sep 4, 1996286Oct 21, 1997578

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Ball Corporation over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Ball Corporation is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for BALL, comparing it with other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. Currently, BALL has a P/E ratio of 17.7. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for BALL compared to other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. BALL currently has a PEG ratio of 0.2. This PEG ratio is low compared to industry peers, which could indicate the stock is undervalued relative to its expected growth.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for BALL relative to other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. Currently, BALL has a P/S ratio of 1.2. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for BALL in comparison with other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. Currently, BALL has a P/B value of 2.3. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items