ball 3Q2007ConfCalltranscript

- Ball Corporation reported solid third quarter results, with strong performance in their metal beverage packaging, Europe/Asia, and aerospace and technologies segments. However, their metal food and household products packaging, Americas, segment results were disappointing. - They announced a restructuring plan to improve results in the underperforming segment, including closing two plants. - Overall, three-quarters of their business performed well, but some segments face challenges from higher costs and pricing pressures that they are taking actions to address. - The quarter's earnings included a large legal settlement charge, but free cash flow guidance remains over $400 million for the full year.