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WESTMINSTER, Colo. - On Tuesday, Ball Corporation (NYSE:BALL) reported second quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by a 4.1% increase in global aluminum packaging shipments and strong performance across its regional segments.
The packaging manufacturer posted adjusted earnings per share of $0.90, surpassing the analyst estimate of $0.87. Revenue reached $3.34 billion, significantly above the consensus forecast of $3.11 billion.
Ball’s shares edged up 0.31% in after hours trading following the announcement.
"We delivered strong second quarter results, returning $1.13 billion to shareholders in the first six months of 2025," said Daniel W. Fisher, chairman and CEO. "Our robust financial position, leaner operating model, and focused growth strategy enabled us to achieve higher volume and increase our full-year guidance."
The company raised its guidance for comparable diluted earnings per share growth to 12-15% for the full year, up from previous expectations.
By segment, beverage packaging in EMEA showed notable improvement with operating earnings increasing to $129 million from $113 million a year earlier, while South America’s segment earnings rose to $51 million from $37 million. North and Central America’s segment earnings slightly decreased to $208 million from $210 million despite higher volume.
Ball remains focused on navigating potential trade challenges, with management stating they view "the direct impact from announced tariffs as manageable" while working with customers to mitigate aluminum price volatility.
The company confirmed it expects to return at least $1.5 billion to shareholders in 2025 through share repurchases and dividends, having already returned $1.13 billion in the first half of the year.
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