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Crown Holdings Inc(CCK)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CCK
11/06/2026: CCK (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Crown Holdings Inc is a global manufacturer of rigid metal packaging, primarily serving the beverage and food industries. The company maintains a leading position in the aluminum beverage can market, benefiting from the long-term industry trend of brands shifting away from plastic. Its core business strength lies in its extensive global manufacturing footprint and deep integration with major consumer brands, which provides consistent revenue streams. However, the company faces risks related to high financial leverage, exposure to fluctuating raw material costs, and intense competition from peers like Ball Corporation. Crown is well-suited for investors seeking exposure to established industrial packaging, provided they can tolerate cyclical risks and monitor its ongoing deleveraging efforts.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is steady and linked to consumer trends but constrained by the mature nature of the packaging industry. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | The stock often trends with broader industrial cycles; positive momentum depends on cyclical recovery and capacity utilization. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Crown often trades at reasonable earnings multiples relative to its stable cash flow generation. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | The dividend is stable but growth is prioritized toward capital expenditure and debt reduction. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Business stability is high, but debt levels and commodity price volatility introduce operational risk. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The company faces fluctuations in aluminum and steel prices which impact operating margins. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | The stock valuation is sensitive to interest rates given the company's leverage profile. |
| Competition risk (Beverage Packaging) | Medium / high | Intense competition from peers like Ball Corporation puts pressure on contract pricing and margins. |
| Business quality | Medium | It operates a stable, essential business model but lacks the pricing power of high-tech firms. |
| Dividend income | Low | Yield is modest, focusing more on reinvestment than income generation. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Large capacity expansion projects require precise timing and cost control to achieve expected returns. |
Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 10.07% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.11B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.92 | 1Y Target Price 136.15 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.92 | 1Y Target Price 136.15 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 873.2K shares | Beta 0.54 | 52 Weeks Range 90.79 - 126.36 | Updated Date 11/07/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 90.79 - 126.36 | Updated Date 11/07/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.08% | Basic EPS (TTM) 7.17 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Beverage Cans | Manufacturing aluminum cans and ends for beverage brands globally. | The primary revenue driver, benefiting from the global shift to sustainable, recyclable aluminum. |
| Transit Packaging | Strapping, stretch film, and industrial packaging equipment. | A steady, higher-margin division that supports global shipping and logistics demand. |
| Geography | Operations spanning the Americas, Europe, and select emerging markets. | Geographic diversity helps balance regional economic cycles and consumer demand. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-19 | When After Market | Estimate 2.25 | Actual 2.39 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.78% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.96% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.05% | Return on Equity (TTM) 27.13% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.92 | Forward PE 13.32 | Enterprise Value 18.60B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.95 |
Enterprise Value 18.60B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.95 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.35 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.77 | Shares Outstanding 108.05M | Shares Floating 105.70M |
Shares Outstanding 108.05M | Shares Floating 105.70M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.87 | Percent Institutions 101.86 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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