Zacks Cuts Ball's Q1 Earnings Forecast

Analysts lower earnings estimates for the packaging giant's upcoming quarter.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:52am

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Zacks Research has lowered its Q1 2026 earnings per share (EPS) forecast for Ball Corporation (NYSE:BALL), citing weaker than expected performance. The research firm now expects Ball to post EPS of $0.85 for the quarter, down from its previous estimate of $0.86. The consensus full-year 2026 EPS estimate for Ball is $3.48.

Why it matters

Ball is a major global provider of sustainable aluminum packaging solutions, so its quarterly earnings are closely watched as an indicator of consumer demand and industry trends. Zacks' downward revision suggests potential headwinds for Ball in the near term, which could impact the company's stock price and investor sentiment.

The details

Zacks Research analyst team made the adjustment to Ball's Q1 2026 EPS estimate in a report issued on Thursday, April 9th. The firm also provided updated forecasts for Ball's full-year 2026 EPS ($3.95), Q2 2027 EPS ($1.13), full-year 2027 EPS ($4.49), and Q1 2028 EPS ($1.13).

  • Zacks Research issued the updated earnings estimates on Thursday, April 9th, 2026.
  • Ball is scheduled to report its Q1 2026 results in early May 2026.

The players

Ball Corporation

A leading provider of sustainable aluminum packaging solutions and advanced aerospace technologies, headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado.

Zacks Research

An equity research firm that provides investment analysis and recommendations to investors.

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What they’re saying

“Zacks Research analyst Team now anticipates that the company will post earnings of $0.85 per share for the quarter, down from their previous forecast of $0.86.”

— Zacks Research Analyst Team

What’s next

Ball is scheduled to report its full Q1 2026 financial results in early May 2026, at which point investors will get a clearer picture of the company's performance and outlook.

The takeaway

Zacks' downward revision to Ball's Q1 2026 earnings forecast suggests potential near-term headwinds for the packaging giant, underscoring the importance of closely monitoring industry trends and consumer demand as key factors impacting the company's financial results.