03:35 PM EDT, 05/08/2026 (MT Newswires) -- CFRA, an independent research provider, has provided MT Newswires with the following research alert. Analysts at CFRA have summarized their opinion as follows:

We increase our 12-month target by $4 to $72, as we roll our valuation base forward from 2026 to 2027, partly offset by a lower forward P/E multiple (16.5x vs. 17.2x), which we think is warranted by margin pressures. We raise our 2026 EPS estimate by $0.02 to $3.97 but trim 2027's by $0.10 to $4.37. BALL remains well positioned in the global aluminum beverage can market, benefiting from secular tailwinds as aluminum continues gaining share versus alternative substrates. BALL's resilient business model features pass-through mechanisms for aluminum and other costs, providing margin protection in inflationary environments. Management targets 10%+ annual EPS growth and expects over $900M in FCF for 2026 while returning $800M to shareholders. BALL operates at high utilization (mid- to high-90s) with strong visibility - over 90% sold for 2027 and 50%+ contracted through decade-end. The Millersburg plant ramp in 2027 adds capacity to support long-term customer partnerships, particularly in fast-growing energy drinks.