Ball Corporation (BALL)vsSonoco Products Company (SON)
BALL
Ball Corporation
$52.92
+0.42%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $15.17B
SON
Sonoco Products Company
$47.49
-0.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $5.00B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ball Corporation generates 83% more annual revenue ($13.67B vs $7.49B). SON leads profitability with a 13.6% profit margin vs 6.9%. SON appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.20. SON earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
BALL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SON
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+22.7%
Fair Value
$87.16
Current Price
$52.92
$34.24 discount
Margin of Safety
+5.0%
Fair Value
$54.15
Current Price
$47.49
$6.66 discount
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Earnings expanding 23.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
6.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 1.9%
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 1.21 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. PEG of 0.20 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BALL
The primary concerns for BALL are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SON
The primary concerns for SON are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BALL profiles as a growth stock while SON is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BALL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.01 — expect wider price swings.
BALL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
SON generates stronger free cash flow (-428M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SON scores higher overall (70/100 vs 67/100). BALL offers better value entry with a 22.7% margin of safety. 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.
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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