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U.S. Metal and Glass Containers Industry Analysis

UpdatedJan 04, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies12
  • 7D0.5%
  • 3M4.9%
  • 1Y2.6%
  • YTDn/a

The Metal and Glass Containers industry has stayed flat over the last week. Furthermore, the industry has been flat for the past year as well. Earnings are forecast to grow by 12% annually.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Metal and Glass Containers Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Mon, 05 Jan 2026US$46.5bUS$47.5bUS$2.3b20.1x19.9x1x
Wed, 03 Dec 2025US$43.9bUS$47.5bUS$2.3b19x18.8x0.9x
Fri, 31 Oct 2025US$42.9bUS$48.3bUS$2.2b20.9x19.8x0.9x
Sun, 28 Sep 2025US$45.0bUS$47.9bUS$1.8b22.3x25.6x0.9x
Tue, 26 Aug 2025US$47.7bUS$48.0bUS$1.8b23.5x26x1x
Thu, 24 Jul 2025US$52.5bUS$47.4bUS$1.8b28.8x29.2x1.1x
Sat, 21 Jun 2025US$49.7bUS$47.3bUS$1.8b26.8x27.7x1.1x
Mon, 19 May 2025US$49.0bUS$47.3bUS$1.8b28x27.3x1x
Wed, 16 Apr 2025US$52.1bUS$59.2bUS$2.2b24.2x24x0.9x
Fri, 14 Mar 2025US$54.0bUS$59.2bUS$2.2b24.8x24.9x0.9x
Sun, 09 Feb 2025US$54.7bUS$59.1bUS$2.2b24.7x24.5x0.9x
Tue, 07 Jan 2025US$55.0bUS$61.0bUS$1.9b24.2x29.2x0.9x
Thu, 05 Dec 2024US$62.2bUS$60.9bUS$1.9b27.1x33x1x
Sat, 02 Nov 2024US$60.1bUS$61.2bUS$2.0b23.4x30.6x1x
Mon, 30 Sep 2024US$62.8bUS$61.3bUS$2.4b25.9x26.5x1x
Wed, 28 Aug 2024US$60.3bUS$61.2bUS$2.4b22.2x25.4x1x
Fri, 26 Jul 2024US$57.9bUS$61.6bUS$2.3b20.7x24.8x0.9x
Sun, 23 Jun 2024US$56.1bUS$61.6bUS$2.3b19.5x24.2x0.9x
Tue, 21 May 2024US$60.8bUS$61.6bUS$2.4b20.4x25.4x1x
Thu, 18 Apr 2024US$57.2bUS$62.4bUS$2.7b15.8x21.5x0.9x
Sat, 16 Mar 2024US$57.9bUS$62.4bUS$2.7b15.7x21.7x0.9x
Mon, 12 Feb 2024US$55.7bUS$62.5bUS$3.2b14.4x17.5x0.9x
Wed, 10 Jan 2024US$56.9bUS$63.1bUS$3.1b15.2x18.1x0.9x
Fri, 08 Dec 2023US$56.5bUS$63.1bUS$3.1b14.7x18x0.9x
Sun, 05 Nov 2023US$53.1bUS$62.8bUS$3.2b15.8x16.7x0.8x
Tue, 03 Oct 2023US$54.2bUS$64.3bUS$3.6b15.5x15.2x0.8x
Thu, 31 Aug 2023US$58.2bUS$64.6bUS$3.6b16.8x16.1x0.9x
Sat, 29 Jul 2023US$59.0bUS$65.5bUS$3.5b19.5x17x0.9x
Mon, 26 Jun 2023US$58.0bUS$70.7bUS$3.8b15.4x15.4x0.8x
Wed, 24 May 2023US$57.6bUS$71.0bUS$3.8b15.8x15.3x0.8x
Fri, 21 Apr 2023US$57.4bUS$71.8bUS$4.2b13x13.8x0.8x
Sun, 19 Mar 2023US$55.3bUS$71.8bUS$4.2b12.3x13.3x0.8x
Tue, 14 Feb 2023US$61.0bUS$72.1bUS$4.1b15x15x0.8x
Thu, 12 Jan 2023US$60.3bUS$72.7bUS$3.3b14.3x18x0.8x
Price to Earnings Ratio

18x


Total Market Cap: US$60.3bTotal Earnings: US$3.3bTotal Revenue: US$72.7bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Metal and Glass Containers Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 21.9x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are relatively neutral on the American Metal and Glass Containers industry at the moment, indicating that they anticipate long term growth rates to remain steady.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PE ratio of 21.9x.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PS ratio of 0.92x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Metal and Glass Containers industry have declined 11% per year over the last three years,
  • Revenues have also declined 13% per year.
  • This means overall sales from these companies are declining and profits are subsequently falling as well.

Industry Comparison

How does U.S. Metal and Glass Containers compare with similar industries?

US Market-0.99%
Materials-1.01%
Packaging0.90%
Metal and Glass Containers0.55%
Paper Packaging1.05%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
BALL BallUS$53.351.3%
+US$184.9m		-1.3%PE20.1x
CCK Crown HoldingsUS$104.181.2%
+US$145.9m		29.4%PE12.6x
AMBP Ardagh Metal PackagingUS$4.152.2%
+US$53.8m		39.7%PS0.5x
SLGN Silgan HoldingsUS$41.250.9%
+US$40.2m		-19.1%PE13.8x
OI O-I GlassUS$15.161.5%
+US$33.8m		43.4%PS0.4x

Latest News

ATR
US$122.54
AptarGroup
7D
-0.6%
1Y
-21.2%

We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At AptarGroup (NYSE:ATR)

Jan 02
We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At AptarGroup (NYSE:ATR)
OI
US$15.16
O-I Glass
7D
1.5%
1Y
43.4%

OI: Share Repurchases Will Support Future Earnings And Margin Expansion

Analysts have modestly raised their price target on O-I Glass, increasing their fair value estimate by approximately 1 dollar to reflect slightly stronger expectations for long term revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a marginally lower discount rate. What's in the News Completed share repurchase of 4,215,060 shares, representing 2.73 percent of outstanding shares, under the buyback program announced on May 15, 2024 (company disclosure) Repurchased 647,000 shares, or 0.42 percent of outstanding shares, between July 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025 for a total consideration of 9.98 million dollars (company disclosure) Total capital returned through the current buyback program reached 49.91 million dollars as of September 30, 2025 (company disclosure) Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate: Unchanged at 19.0 dollars per share, indicating no revision to the intrinsic value assessment.
SLGN
US$41.25
Silgan Holdings
7D
0.9%
1Y
-19.1%

SLGN Dispensing Mix And Cost Actions Will Support Earnings Resilience Ahead

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Silgan Holdings significantly, cutting fair value from approximately $75 to about $54 per share. They are factoring in lower growth expectations, a higher perceived risk profile, and lingering consumer and destocking headwinds, despite ongoing margin support from the higher value dispensing portfolio.
CCK
US$104.18
Crown Holdings
7D
1.2%
1Y
29.4%
BALL
US$53.35
Ball
7D
1.3%
1Y
-1.3%

BALL: Cost Discipline And ESG Progress Will Support Upside Despite Reset Expectations

Analysts trimmed their price target on Ball to $55 from $61, reflecting slightly lower long term valuation multiples, while assumptions for growth, margins, and discount rate remain relatively unchanged. Analyst Commentary Analysts see a balanced risk reward profile for Ball at the revised target, with modest upside tied to execution on long term growth initiatives and disciplined capital allocation, but limited multiple expansion in the near term.
TRS
US$36.29
TriMas
7D
0.4%
1Y
51.3%

TRS: Higher Margins And Share Repurchases Will Drive Future Upside Potential

Analysts have modestly raised their price target on TriMas from 41.50 dollars to 41.50 dollars, reflecting slightly higher long term margin expectations that more than offset a softer near term revenue growth outlook. What's in the News TriMas appointed longtime company veteran Paul Swart as Chief Financial Officer, effective December 15, 2025, succeeding interim CFO and board member Teresa M.
GEF
US$68.45
Greif
7D
-2.4%
1Y
12.2%

GEF: Containerboard Exit Will Support Stronger Margins And Shareholder Returns

Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Greif higher to $96 from $93 per share, as they factor in a lower perceived risk profile, stronger margin outlook, and supportive industry dynamics following the sale of its containerboard assets. They believe this transaction should enhance cash generation and return potential.
AMBP
US$4.15
Ardagh Metal Packaging
7D
2.2%
1Y
39.7%

AMBP: Slight EPS Upgrades Will Balance Regional Challenges Ahead

Analysts have nudged their price target on Ardagh Metal Packaging up by $0.10 to $4.00, reflecting modestly higher EPS forecasts after what they described as a solid quarter despite regional operating challenges. Analyst Commentary Analyst reactions to the latest results highlight a nuanced view of Ardagh Metal Packaging, with modestly higher earnings expectations but ongoing concerns about regional performance and the overall risk reward profile.
MYE
US$18.61
Myers Industries
7D
-3.5%
1Y
69.6%
JBDI
US$0.75
JBDI Holdings
7D
-12.2%
1Y
18.6%