HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Sales Outstanding for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 45.23.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 69.61.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Payable for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 97.84.
Therefore, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 17.00.
Generally, the lower this number is, the better for the company. Although it should be combined with other metrics (such as ROE % and ROA %), it can be especially useful for comparing close competitors, because the company with the lowest CCC is often the one with better management.
Be Aware
CCC is most effective with retail-type companies, which have inventories that are sold to customers. Consulting businesses, software companies and insurance companies are all examples of companies for whom this metric is meaningless.
The CCC is one of several tools that can help you evaluate management, especially if it is calculated for several consecutive time periods and for several competitors. Decreasing or steady CCCs are good, while rising ones should motivate you to dig a bit deeper.
HELLA GmbH KGaA Cash Conversion Cycle Related Terms
HELLA GmbH KGaA Cash Conversion Cycle Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
XSWX:HLE vs ORLY, AZO: Cash Conversion Cycle Comparison
For the Auto Parts subindustry, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle, along with its competitors' market caps and Cash Conversion Cycle data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
HELLA GmbH KGaA Cash Conversion Cycle vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle falls into.
Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC) measures how fast a company can convert cash on hand into even more cash on hand. This metric looks at the amount of time needed to sell inventory, the amount of time needed to collect receivables and the length of time the company is afforded to pay its bills without incurring penalties.
Cash Conversion Cycle is one of several measures of management effectiveness.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) has a Cash Conversion Cycle of 17.00 as of Mar. 2026. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 17.00. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.44. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 17.00 is 74.8% below this industry median. Overall, HELLA GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle compare to ORLY and AZO?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash Conversion Cycle of 17.00 can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.44. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 17.00 is 74.8% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash Conversion Cycle for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Cash Conversion Cycle among Vehicles & Parts companies is 67.44, based on 1,326 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cash Conversion Cycle significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cash Conversion Cycle should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Cash Conversion Cycle of 17.00 is 74.8% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Cash Conversion Cycle mean?
A high Cash Conversion Cycle can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Cash conversion cycle equals sum of days inventory and days sales outstanding less days payable. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Cash Conversion Cycle is 67.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Cash Conversion Cycle is 17.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF73.38, compared to a current price of CHF65.70 — trading 10.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Cash Conversion Cycle is 17.00 and 74.8% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 67.44. HELLA GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash Conversion Cycle calculated?
Cash Conversion Cycle is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current Cash Conversion Cycle is 17.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HELLA GmbH KGaA stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF65.70 is trading 10.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF73.38.
GuruFocus considers HELLA GmbH KGaA to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:HLE:
Cash Conversion Cycle: 17.00
GF Value™: CHF73.38 vs. price of CHF65.70 (10.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 74.8% below the Vehicles & Parts median
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:HLE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA is a manufacturer of lighting and electronic components and systems for the automotive industry. The company also produces complete vehicle modules, air-conditioning systems, and vehicle electrical systems in its joint-venture companies, as well as products for specialist vehicles. Further, Hella operates a trade organisation for automotive parts, accessories, diagnosis, and services in Europe. The company is controlled through a pooled family majority shareholding in the group. The company has three reportable segments, which are Lighting, Electronics, and Lifecycle Solutions. The company generates the majority of its revenue from the Lighting segment.
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