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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 23, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.09Last Year’s EPS
0.08Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 7 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented multiple clear operational and financial positives — a Q1 adjusted EBITDA beat (15% YoY), strong European performance (revenue +18%, EBITDA +53%), robust liquidity and hedging, and notable Brazil growth (+14%). These positives were tempered by manageable but material headwinds: a global volume decline of 1%, North American shipment softness (-5%) from contract resets and supply-chain/weather disruptions, a mid-to-high single-digit million EBITDA drag in Q1, modestly higher reported leverage (5.7x), and potential H2 cost pressure (notably coatings). Management reaffirmed full-year guidance and emphasized hedging and pass-through mechanisms, signaling confidence in underlying resilience while acknowledging near-term uncertainty. Overall, the highlights materially outweigh the lowlights given the beat vs. guidance, strong regional execution, liquidity and hedging protection.Company Guidance
Adjusted EBITDA Outperformance
Q1 adjusted EBITDA was $179 million, up 15% year-over-year and above the prior guidance range of $160M–$170M; full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance reaffirmed at $750M–$775M.
Strong European Performance
Europe Q1 revenue rose 18% to $625 million (6% on a constant currency basis); Europe adjusted EBITDA increased 53% YoY to $75 million (36% on a constant currency basis), driven by input cost recovery, favorable volume mix and specialty can growth.
Revenue Growth in the Americas
Americas revenue increased 19% to $879 million in Q1, principally reflecting pass-through of higher input costs and favorable volume mix effects.
Brazil Outperformance
Brazil beverage shipments increased 14% in Q1, outpacing the industry and delivering strong results driven by above-market volume growth and improved fixed-cost absorption.
Robust Liquidity and Refinancing
Quarter-end liquidity was $488 million; AMP completed an upsized and extended asset-based lending facility ($450 million, maturity extended to Jan 2031).
Energy Hedging Coverage
AMP reported strong hedging coverage for energy: over 85% for 2026, over 75% for 2027 and more than 60% for 2028, limiting near-term energy price exposure.
Operational and Commercial Momentum
Scanner data showed continued market share gains for beverage cans in early-year months; specialty can volumes and network optimizations are progressing, with capacity expansion plans in Spain and the U.K.
Capital and Cash Flow Guidance
2026 expected cash items outlined: total CapEx of ~$200M (including growth), cash interest ~$220M, lease principal repayments ~115M, cash tax ~$30M, and a small working capital outflow; quarterly ordinary dividend maintained at $0.10 per share.
Legal Win with Potential Cash Award
Jury awarded AMP approximately $175 million (plus possible pre-judgment interest) in the Boston Beer breach-of-contract case, subject to post-trial motions and potential appeal.
AMBP Earnings History
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AMBP Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Apr 23, 2026 | $3.75 | $3.84 | +2.34% |
Feb 26, 2026 | $4.36 | $4.39 | +0.66% |
Oct 23, 2025 | $3.45 | $3.72 | +7.79% |
Jul 24, 2025 | $4.18 | $3.50 | -16.37% |
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FAQ
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Ardagh Metal Packaging S.A. (AMBP) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 23, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is AMBP EPS forecast?
AMBP EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.09.