Ball Corporation (BALL) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $596.00M
The free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL) is $596.00M. It is above its 12-month average by 184.49% ($209.50M).
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BALL Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$596.00M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$209.50M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$-32.75M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$37.00M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$264.62M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$331.94M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$321.80M
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+184.49%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+1919.85%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+1510.81%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+125.23%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+79.55%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+85.21%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$596.00M
FCF Yield
3.91%
Price/FCF
25.6
Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures
Why FCF matters:
- Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
- Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
- Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
- Key metric for DCF valuation models
Ball Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition
Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ball Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $596.00M.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $209.50M.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $-32.75M.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $37.00M.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $264.62M.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $331.94M.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $321.80M.
Ball Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $788.00M |
| 2024-12-31 | $-369.00M |
| 2023-12-31 | $818.00M |
| 2022-12-31 | $-1.37B |
| 2021-12-31 | $34.00M |
| 2020-12-31 | $319.00M |
| 2019-12-31 | $950.00M |
| 2018-12-31 | $750.00M |
| 2017-12-31 | $922.00M |
| 2016-12-31 | $-412.00M |
| 2015-12-31 | $478.80M |
| 2014-12-31 | $621.70M |
| 2013-12-31 | $460.70M |
| 2012-12-31 | $548.20M |
| 2011-12-31 | $504.60M |
| 2010-12-31 | $265.00M |
| 2009-12-31 | $372.60M |
| 2008-12-31 | $320.70M |
| 2007-12-31 | $364.50M |
| 2006-12-31 | $121.80M |
| 2005-12-31 | $267.10M |
| 2004-12-31 | $339.90M |
| 2003-12-31 | $226.80M |
| 2002-12-31 | $293.90M |
| 2001-12-31 | $252.30M |
| 2000-12-31 | $77.80M |
| 1999-12-31 | $199.00M |
| 1998-12-31 | $-535.50M |
| 1997-12-31 | $45.80M |
| 1996-12-31 | $-111.80M |
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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