9389--2/22/2007--BALL

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{acquisition, growth, future}

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There can be no assurance that the U.S. Can and Alcan businesses, or any acquisition, will be successfully integrated into the acquiring company (see Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements within Item 8 of this report for details of the acquisitions). The loss of a key customer could have a significant negative impact on our sales. We face competitive risks from many sources that may negatively impact our profitability. We are subject to competition from alternative products, which could result in lower profits and reduced cash flows. We have a narrow product range and our business would suffer if usage of our products decreased. Our business, financial condition and results of operations are subject to risks resulting from increased international operations. We are exposed to exchange rate fluctuations. Our business, operating results and financial condition are subject to particular risks in certain regions of the world. If we fail to retain key management and personnel, we may be unable to implement our key objectives. Decreases in our ability to apply new technology and know-how may affect our competitiveness. Bad weather and climate changes may result in lower sales. We are vulnerable to fluctuations in the supply and price of raw materials. Prolonged work stoppages at plants with union employees could jeopardize our financial position. Our business is subject to substantial environmental remediation and compliance costs. If we were required to write down all or part of our goodwill, our net earnings and net worth could be materially adversely affected. If the investments in Ball's pension plans do not perform as expected, we may have to contribute additional amounts to the plans, which would otherwise be available to cover operating expenses. Our significant debt could adversely affect our financial health and prevent us from fulfilling our obligations under the notes issued pursuant to our bond indentures. We will require a significant amount of cash to service our debt. Our ability to generate cash depends on many factors beyond our control.

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