Ball Corporation reported second quarter 2025 net earnings attributable to the corporation of $212 million, or $0.76 per diluted share, on sales of $3.34 billion. This compares to $158 million net earnings and $2.96 billion in sales for Q2 2024. Comparable net earnings were $249 million, or $0.90 per diluted share, up from $232 million, or $0.74 per diluted share, in Q2 2024.
The company raised its full-year guidance for comparable diluted earnings per share growth to 12-15%, up from the prior range of 11-14%. Global aluminum packaging shipments increased 4.1% during the quarter, with mid-single-digit volume growth in North and Central America and EMEA, and low-single-digit growth in South America.
Ball returned $1.13 billion to shareholders in the first six months of 2025 and expects to return at least $1.5 billion by year-end. The company highlighted its robust financial position, leaner operating model, and focused growth strategy as drivers for achieving higher volume and increased guidance.
Daniel J. Rabbitt, interim Chief Financial Officer, emphasized the company's progress on strategic focus and disciplined financial execution. The company continues to manage the evolving trade landscape and views the direct impact from announced tariffs as manageable.
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