Ball Corporation (BALL)vsCrown Holdings Inc (CCK)
BALL
Ball Corporation
$58.52
+0.19%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $15.55B
CCK
Crown Holdings Inc
$101.19
+0.10%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $11.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ball Corporation generates 7% more annual revenue ($13.67B vs $12.74B). BALL leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 5.7%. CCK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. BALL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
BALL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
CCK
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.4%
Fair Value
$98.20
Current Price
$58.52
$39.68 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.7%
Fair Value
$80.98
Current Price
$101.19
$20.21 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 21.9% YoY
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 26 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
6.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
5.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 5.5%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BALL
The strongest argument for BALL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : CCK
The strongest argument for CCK centers on Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BALL
The primary concerns for BALL are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CCK
The primary concerns for CCK are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BALL profiles as a growth stock while CCK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BALL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
BALL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
BALL generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BALL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 66/100) and 16.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Ball Corporation
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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CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Crown Holdings, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells products and packaging equipment for consumer goods and industrial products in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. The company is headquartered in Yardley, Pennsylvania.
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