Vanguard Group Reduces $38M in Ball Corporation ($BALL)

Vanguard Group has decided to trim its stake in Ball Corporation (NYSE:BALL). According to a recent filing with the SEC, Vanguard reduced its holdings by 674,450 shares, a 2.1% decrease. This brings its total ownership to 31,479,669 shares worth approximately $1.79 billion as of the filing date.

What Changed in Vanguard Group's Ball Corporation Position

The recent SEC filing shows that Vanguard Group cut its Ball Corporation position by 674,450 shares, moving from 32,154,119 shares down to 31,479,669 shares. This adjustment reflects a 2.1% decrease in their holdings. The value of these shares, based on the latest filing, is about $1.79 billion.

Other Institutional Activity in Ball Corporation

Several other major funds have also adjusted their positions in Ball Corporation. BlackRock, Inc., for instance, reduced its holdings by 719,012 shares, ending with 22,866,150 shares valued at approximately $1.35 billion. Price T Rowe Associates trimmed its stake by 830,467 shares, resulting in 18,056,214 shares worth about $1.07 billion. On the other hand, State Street Corp added 533,159 shares, bringing its total to 12,391,737 shares valued at $732 million. Meanwhile, JPMorgan Chase & Co increased its position significantly by 1,374,404 shares, now holding 7,256,377 shares valued at $421 million.

Ball Corporation Stock Snapshot

Shares of Ball Corporation (NYSE:BALL) are currently trading around $56.98. The company has a market capitalization of approximately $15.17 billion. It features a P/E ratio of 16.6 and a forward P/E of 12.6, indicating potential future earnings growth. The stock’s beta is 1.014, suggesting it has volatility close to the overall market. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has ranged from a low of $44.83 to a high of $68.29. Ball's 50-day moving average is $58.53, and its 200-day moving average is $55.25.

Recent Earnings

Ball Corporation reported revenues of $13.67 billion, reflecting a growth of 16.3%. The company's net margin stands at 6.86%, with a return on equity of 16.79%. Earnings per share (EPS) are reported at $3.43. The next earnings report is scheduled for May 5, 2026.

Dividend

Ball Corporation pays an annual dividend rate of $0.80, yielding 1.4%. The payout ratio is 23.32%, indicating a conservative approach to dividend payments.

Insider Buying and Selling at Ball Corporation

Recent insider transactions at Ball Corporation include sales by Cathy Ross and Betty Sapp, each selling 3,369 shares on April 30, 2026. John Panichella also sold 1,833 shares on the same day. On the buying side, Cynthia Niekamp acquired 3,369 shares and John Panichella bought 1,833 shares, both on April 30, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 6, 2026, UBS maintained its hold rating on Ball Corporation with a price target of $64. On the same day, Wells Fargo reiterated its buy rating with a target of $71. Earlier, on April 15, 2026, Truist Securities maintained a buy rating with a target of $77. The consensus rating for Ball Corporation is a 'buy', with an average price target of $70.79 from 14 analyst opinions.

About Ball Corporation

Ball Corporation, based in Westminster, Colorado, is a major supplier of aluminum packaging products for the beverage, personal care, and household product industries. The company operates in the United States, Brazil, and other international markets. Founded in 1880, Ball Corporation manufactures aluminum beverage containers, aerosol containers, and other related products. It is led by CEO Ronald J. Lewis and employs about 16,000 people globally.

Bottom Line

Vanguard Group's decision to trim its stake in Ball Corporation is part of the regular adjustments made by large institutional investors. While the 13F filing reflects past decisions, it provides insights into the fund's view on the company as of the reporting period. Investors often track such filings to gauge institutional confidence in a company.