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Sep 30, 2022
Ball Q3 2022 Earnings Report
Ball's third quarter earnings were released, showcasing increased sales and earnings per share compared to the previous year, driven by resilient demand and aerospace segment performance but offset by inflation and unfavorable foreign exchange.
Key Takeaways
Ball Corporation reported third quarter net earnings of $392 million, or $1.24 per diluted share, on sales of $3.95 billion. The results reflect resilient global demand and solid aerospace segment performance, offset by inflation and unfavorable foreign exchange translation headwinds. The company proactively prepared for continued macroeconomic volatility by executing a comprehensive fixed and variable cost-out plan.
Third quarter U.S. GAAP diluted earnings per share of $1.24 vs. 54 cents in 2021; company recorded a gain on the Russian business disposal during third quarter of 2022
Third quarter comparable diluted earnings per share of 75 cents vs. 94 cents in 2021
Completed sale of Russian business operations; $530 million in cash proceeds used for debt reduction
Global beverage can shipments up 5.7% in third quarter, excluding Russia
Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
The company is focused on cost, cash and capital management and remains well-positioned for growth and returning value to shareholders.
Positive Outlook
- Cost-out plan benefits of at least $150 million will more than offset the loss of operating earnings from the recently divested Russian beverage can business in 2023.
- Net contractual inflationary cost pass through across all of packaging businesses throughout 2023 and beyond.
- Actions will reinforce Ball’s durable growth characteristics.
- Actions will significantly improve the company's cost structure.
- Actions will maximize cash and EVA generation.
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Avg. Return Before/After Earnings
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