Ball Corporation (BALL)vsSonoco Products Company (SON)
BALL
Ball Corporation
$60.75
+2.76%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $15.73B
SON
Sonoco Products Company
$53.42
+1.69%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ball Corporation generates 75% more annual revenue ($13.16B vs $7.52B). SON leads profitability with a 13.3% profit margin vs 6.9%. SON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.21. SON earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (A-).
BALL
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
SON
Exceptional Buy80
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.4%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$60.75
$93.69 discount
Margin of Safety
+81.5%
Fair Value
$277.52
Current Price
$53.42
$224.10 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 141.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Revenue surging 29.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
6.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SON
The strongest argument for SON centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 29.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BALL
The primary concerns for BALL are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SON
The primary concerns for SON are Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BALL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.11 — expect wider price swings.
SON is growing revenue faster at 29.7% — sustainability is the question.
BALL generates stronger free cash flow (1.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGING & CONTAINERS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SON scores higher overall (80/100 vs 71/100) and 29.7% revenue growth. BALL offers better value entry with a 56.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Visit Website →Sonoco Products Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · PACKAGING & CONTAINERS · USA
Sonoco Products Company manufactures and sells industrial and consumer packaging products in North and South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina.
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