Ball Corporation reports strong financial results in 2025, reaching $13.1 billion

Ball Corporation announced strong financial performance for the fourth quarter and the full year 2025, driven by higher sales and volumes across its global beverage packaging divisions. Full-year net sales reached approximately $13.16 billion, up from $11.8 billion in 2024, with notable operating earnings in North America, EMEA and South America. Segment volumes grew in the mid-single-digit range, supported by a combination of pricing, product mix and higher shipments.

In the fourth quarter, sales totaled $3.35 billion, exceeding both the prior year and Wall Street expectations. According to market reports, earnings per share (EPS) were $0.74, slightly below some forecasts, although revenue reflected solid demand.

Ball generated record adjusted free cash flow of $956 million and returned $1.54 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. In addition, it completed strategic moves such as the acquisition of 80% of Benepack in Europe and investment in capacity expansion, while divesting its aluminum cups business and its joint venture in Saudi Arabia.

Results by region in 2025:

• North and Central America: operating earnings of $772 million (+4.8% volume)
• EMEA: earnings of $495 million (+5.5% volume)
• South America: earnings of $327 million (+4.2% volume)

For 2026, the company maintains high confidence in the long-term growth of aluminum packaging. It forecasts comparable EPS growth of more than 10%, free cash flow above $900 million, and continued focus on the economic value added (EVA) strategy and sustainability in aluminum packaging.