Ball: Acquisitive Again, Although Small

The Value InvestorInvesting Group LeaderFollow5ShareSavePlay(8min)CommentsSummaryBall Corporation remains a focused aluminum can pure play after divesting its aerospace segment, targeting growth through sustainability and recycling advantages.Its aggressive capital allocation, including buybacks and a new European bolt-on acquisition, has kept leverage elevated but supports earnings accretion.Recent results show steady sales growth (~10% YoY in Q3) and robust adjusted earnings, with a solid earnings yield underpinning the investment case.I remain constructive on Ball, expecting reasonable risk-reward from continued buybacks and stable operations, though no major business catalysts are anticipated near-term. Monty Rakusen/DigitalVision via Getty Images In September I concluded that it was time to stop kicking the can in the case of Ball Corporation (BALL). Following the divestment of the aerospace business, Ball has focused on the core aluminumThis article was written byThe Value Investor27.39K FollowersFollowThe Value Investor has a Master of Science with specialization in financial markets and a decade of experience tracking companies via catalytic company events. As the leader of the investing group Value In Corporate Events they provide members with opportunities to capitalize on IPOs, mergers & acquisitions, earnings reports and changes in corporate capital allocation. Coverage includes 10 major events a month with an eye towards finding the best opportunities. Learn more.Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of BALL either through stock ownership, options, or other derivatives. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.Recommended For You