ball corporation

JP Morgan has initiated coverage on Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) with a Neutral rating and $46 price target.

Williams Capital has initiated coverage on Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) with an Outperform rating and $45 price target.

Jefferies, which lowered its PT on shares of Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) to reflect the 2-for-1 stock split, is providing some color on the stock. “We are adjusting its 2011 ($5.67 to $2.83) and 2012 ($6.27 to $3.13) EPS estimates to reflect the 2-for-1 stock split,” Jefferies writes. “Our view on...

Jefferies & Company has lowered the price target on Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) from $85 to $43 and maintains its Buy rating.

Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) announced a 2-for-1 stock split, with the distribution date scheduled for February 15th, Jefferies reports. “Additionally, the company will be increasing its dividend by 40% ($0.07 / share) and announced a share repurchase program up to 20 mil post-split shares (11.4%...

In a report released this morning, Jefferies & Company said that while Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) has rarely been viewed as a growth company, “topline should accelerate in 2011 from the share gains in N.A. bev cans, new contract wins in aerospace, and continued expansion into the emerging...

Ball Corporation (NYSE: BLL) is viewed attractively by Jefferies & Company, as it reports strong FCF generation and a disciplined approach to allocating capital and strong earnings. Supply for Ball remains tight as plants in China and Brazil run out consistently and strong demands are seen from...