Ball Corporation (BALL) FCF Payout Ratio: 36.81%
Is Ball Corporation’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
Ball Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 36.81% is 81% below its 5-year average of 198.58%, near the low end of its 5-year range (27.92%–673.53%).
BALL FCF Payout Ratio Chart
BALL Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
BALL Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
BALL FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
36.81%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
N/A
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
29.36%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
198.58%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
107.60%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
17.00%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
16.84%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+25.36%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-81.46%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-65.79%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+116.49%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+118.56%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
36.8%
Earnings Payout Ratio
24.0%
Dividend Yield
1.40%
FCF Yield
3.91%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $788.00M | $220.00M | 27.9% |
| 2024 | ($369.00M) | $244.00M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2023 | $818.00M | $252.00M | 30.8% |
| 2022 | ($1.37B) | $254.00M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2021 | $34.00M | $229.00M | 673.5% |
| 2020 | $319.00M | $198.00M | 62.1% |
| 2019 | $950.00M | $182.00M | 19.2% |
| 2018 | $750.00M | $137.00M | 18.3% |
| 2017 | $922.00M | $129.00M | 14.0% |
| 2016 | ($412.00M) | $83.00M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2015 | $478.80M | $72.00M | 15.0% |
| 2014 | $621.70M | $72.70M | 11.7% |
| 2013 | $460.70M | $75.20M | 16.3% |
| 2012 | $548.20M | $61.80M | 11.3% |
| 2011 | $504.60M | $45.70M | 9.1% |
| 2010 | $265.00M | $35.80M | 13.5% |
| 2009 | $372.60M | $37.40M | 10.0% |
| 2008 | $320.70M | $37.50M | 11.7% |
| 2007 | $364.50M | $40.60M | 11.1% |
| 2006 | $121.80M | $41.00M | 33.7% |
| 2005 | $267.10M | $42.50M | 15.9% |
| 2004 | $339.90M | $38.90M | 11.4% |
| 2003 | $226.80M | $26.80M | 11.8% |
| 2002 | $293.90M | $20.40M | 6.9% |
| 2001 | $252.30M | $20.40M | 8.1% |
| 2000 | $77.80M | $21.60M | 27.8% |
| 1999 | $199.00M | $22.50M | 11.3% |
| 1998 | ($535.50M) | $22.70M | N/A (Loss) |
| 1997 | $45.80M | $22.90M | 50.0% |
| 1996 | ($111.80M) | $22.80M | N/A (Loss) |
Formula: FCF Payout Ratio = Dividends Paid / Free Cash Flow × 100
FCF payout and earnings payout:
- FCF represents operating cash flow after capital expenditures
- FCF payout compares dividends paid with free cash flow
- FCF payout above 100% means dividends paid exceeded free cash flow for the period
- Earnings payout compares dividends paid with net income
Reading the series: Use the chart and table to compare dividend payments with cash generation over time.
Ball Corporation FCF Payout Ratio Formula & Definition
FCF Payout Ratio measures what percentage of free cash flow is paid out as dividends. Unlike earnings-based payout, it compares dividends with cash generated after capital expenditures.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ball Corporation FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The FCF payout ratio for BALL stock is 36.81%.
- Is Ball Corporation's FCF payout ratio high or low?
- Ball Corporation's FCF payout ratio of 36.81% is 81% below its 5-year average of 198.58%, near the low end of its 5-year range (27.92%–673.53%).
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for BALL stock is 29.36%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for BALL stock is 198.58%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for BALL stock is 107.60%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for BALL stock is 17.00%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for BALL stock is 16.84%.
Ball Corporation FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 27.92% |
| 2023-12-31 | 30.81% |
| 2021-12-31 | 673.53% |
| 2020-12-31 | 62.07% |
| 2019-12-31 | 19.16% |
| 2018-12-31 | 18.27% |
| 2017-12-31 | 13.99% |
| 2015-12-31 | 15.04% |
| 2014-12-31 | 11.69% |
| 2013-12-31 | 16.32% |
| 2012-12-31 | 11.27% |
| 2011-12-31 | 9.06% |
| 2010-12-31 | 13.51% |
| 2009-12-31 | 10.04% |
| 2008-12-31 | 11.69% |
| 2007-12-31 | 11.14% |
| 2006-12-31 | 33.66% |
| 2005-12-31 | 15.91% |
| 2004-12-31 | 11.44% |
| 2003-12-31 | 11.82% |
| 2002-12-31 | 6.94% |
| 2001-12-31 | 8.09% |
| 2000-12-31 | 27.76% |
| 1999-12-31 | 11.31% |
| 1997-12-31 | 50.00% |
About Ball Corporation
Ball Corporation serves as a global provider of aluminum packaging solutions for a broad spectrum of industries, including beverages, personal care items, and household goods. Its extensive reach covers the United States, Brazil, and numerous international markets. The company's operations are strategically divided into four primary business segments: Beverage Packaging for North and Central America; Beverage Packaging for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa; Beverage Packaging for South America; and its dedicated Aerospace division. Within its packaging enterprise, Ball is a key manufacturer and supplier of aluminum beverage containers, catering to producers of carbonated soft drinks, beer, energy drinks, and other liquid products. Its product line also encompasses extruded aluminum aerosol containers, innovative reclosable aluminum bottles, aluminum cups, and aluminum slugs. Beyond packaging, Ball Corporation maintains a substantial presence in the aerospace sector. Here, it develops advanced spacecraft, intricate sensors and instruments, sophisticated radio frequency systems, and other cutting-edge technologies. These specialized offerings support civil, commercial, and national security aerospace initiatives. Its aerospace portfolio includes defense hardware, tactical antenna and video solutions, space hardware for both operational and civilian applications, and comprehensive systems engineering services. The company also undertakes the design, production, and rigorous testing of satellites, remote sensing devices, and associated ground control hardware and software, in addition to providing launch vehicle integration and satellite operational support. Furthermore, Ball supplies highly specialized components to government agencies and their prime contractors, such as target identification, warning, and attitude control systems; cryogenic systems with integrated sensor cooling devices; star trackers; and fast-steering mirrors. Established in 1880, Ball Corporation's corporate headquarters are located in Westminster, Colorado.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- CEO
- Ronald J. Lewis