Amcor PLC (AMCR)vsBall Corporation (BALL)
AMCR
Amcor PLC
$40.55
+3.63%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $18.08B
BALL
Ball Corporation
$60.75
+2.76%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $15.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Amcor PLC generates 49% more annual revenue ($19.61B vs $13.16B). BALL leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 3.0%. AMCR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. BALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
AMCR
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
BALL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-454.1%
Fair Value
$9.04
Current Price
$40.55
$31.51 premium
Margin of Safety
+56.4%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$60.75
$93.69 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 68.1% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 81.1% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.2% revenue growth
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
3.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
6.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMCR
The strongest argument for AMCR centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 68.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BALL
The strongest argument for BALL centers on EPS Growth, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 16.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AMCR
The primary concerns for AMCR are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : BALL
The primary concerns for BALL are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMCR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while BALL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BALL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
AMCR is growing revenue faster at 68.1% — sustainability is the question.
BALL generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BALL scores higher overall (71/100 vs 64/100) and 16.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Amcor PLC
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Amcor plc is an Australian-American, UK-domiciled packaging company. It develops and produces flexible packaging, rigid containers, specialty cartons, closures and services for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical-device, home and personal-care, and other products.
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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Ball Corporation supplies aluminum packaging products to the beverage, personal care, and household products industries in the United States, Brazil, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Westminster, Colorado.
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