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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)
$788.00M+313.55% 1Y
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BALL Average Free Cash Flow (FCF) Chart

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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

$445.27M

FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y

$494.82M

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

+33.85%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+20.45%

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 $445.27M.
What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for Ball Corporation (BALL)?
The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for BALL stock is $494.82M.

Ball Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) History

DATEFREE 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

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.

Westminster, CO
16,000 employees
Consumer Cyclical / Packaging & Containers
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Packaging & Containers
CEO
Ronald J. Lewis