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Ball targets 10%+ EPS growth and $900M FCF in 2026 with new facilities

Nov 3, 2026, 6:16 AM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Positive non-GAAP earnings, solid growth trajectory, and explicit 2026 guidance alongside new facilities and robust cash returns can drive near-term upside, despite a GAAP quarterly loss.

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Ball reported a Q3 2026 GAAP loss of $94M but delivered a solid non-GAAP EPS of $1.10 and higher segment earnings. The company expanded its manufacturing footprint with Baruth, Germany, and India facilities to support long-term growth and reaffirmed 2026 targets of 10%+ EPS growth and about $900M in free cash flow, while maintaining strong cash returns to shareholders.

Q3 2026 GAAP net loss $94M; diluted loss $0.36.
Non-GAAP comparable EPS $1.10 vs $1.03 in 2025.
Global aluminum packaging shipments up 4.7% in Q3 2026.
Baruth, Germany and India facilities announced to support growth.
Guidance: 10%+ comparable EPS growth; $900M free cash flow in 2026.

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