Zacks Research Cuts Ball's Q1 Earnings Forecast

Analysts lower Q1 2026 EPS estimate for Ball Corporation

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:18am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

An extreme close-up of the inner workings of a metal can manufacturing machine, with gears, pulleys, and other industrial components filling the frame in a high-contrast, black-and-white style reminiscent of the photography of Margaret Bourke-White, conveying the technical sophistication and scale of Ball Corporation's production capabilities.Zacks Research's downgraded earnings forecast for Ball Corporation hints at the complex financial machinery behind the scenes of the packaging giant's operations.Broomfield Today

Equities researchers at Zacks Research have cut their Q1 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimates for shares of Ball Corporation (NYSE:BALL). The analysts now anticipate that Ball will post earnings of $0.85 per share for the quarter, down from their previous forecast of $0.86. The consensus estimate for Ball's current full-year earnings is $3.48 per share.

Why it matters

Ball Corporation is a major player in the packaging industry, producing aluminum cans, bottles, and ends for the beverage, food, and aerosol markets. Analysts' earnings forecasts are closely watched by investors as they provide insights into the company's financial performance and outlook.

The details

Zacks Research analyst Team lowered their Q1 2026 EPS estimate for Ball from $0.86 to $0.85. The consensus estimate for Ball's full-year 2026 earnings is $3.48 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for Ball's FY2026 earnings at $3.95 EPS, Q2 2027 earnings at $1.13 EPS, FY2027 earnings at $4.49 EPS and Q1 2028 earnings at $1.13 EPS.

  • Zacks Research issued the revised Q1 2026 EPS estimate on Thursday, April 9th, 2026.

The players

Zacks Research

An equities research firm that provides investment research and analysis.

Ball Corporation

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

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

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

The takeaway

This earnings forecast revision from Zacks Research provides insight into the financial performance expectations for Ball Corporation, a key player in the packaging industry. Investors will be closely monitoring the company's upcoming quarterly results to see how they align with the analysts' projections.