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HELLA GmbH KGaAXSWX:HLE 71 Cash-to-Debt is 1.50 as of Jun. 2026, which is 12% above its 10-year median of 1.34. GuruFocus rates XSWX:HLE with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF74.08. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,313 Vehicles & Parts companies, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks better than 66.79% on this metric.
Cash to Debt Ratio measures the financial strength of a company. It is calculated as a company's cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities divide by its debt. HELLA GmbH KGaA's cash to debt ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 1.50.
If Cash to Debt ratio is greater than 1, the company can pay off its debt using the cash in hand. Here we can see, HELLA GmbH KGaAcould pay off its debt using the cash in hand for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026.
The historical rank and industry rank for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:HLE'
s Cash-to-Debt Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.69 Med: 1.34 Max: No Debt
Current: 1.5
During the past 13 years, HELLA GmbH KGaA's highest Cash to Debt Ratio was No Debt. The lowest was 0.69. And the median was 1.34.
XSWX:HLE's Cash-to-Debt is ranked better than 66.79% of 1313
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 0.6
vs XSWX:HLE: 1.50
If Cash to Debt ratio is greater than 1, the company can pay off its debt using the cash in hand. If it is smaller than 1, it means the company has more debt than the cash in hands. In this case, it is important to look the the company's Interest Coverage. Ben Graham requires that a company must have an Interest Coverage of at least 5.
HELLA GmbH KGaA Cash-to-Debt Related Terms
HELLA GmbH KGaA Cash-to-Debt Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt 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.
Note: An indication of "No Debt" does not necessarily mean that the company has no debt obligations; it could be due to missing data in the quarterly or annual report. Use caution when interpreting this information.
For the Auto Parts subindustry, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt, along with its competitors' market caps and Cash-to-Debt 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-to-Debt vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt falls into.
* 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-to-Debt of 1.50 as of Jun. 2026. This is 12% above median its historical median of 1.34. Over the past decade, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt has ranged from 0.69 to 10,000.00. According to the industry distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #436 out of 1313 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 33.2%.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Cash-to-Debt of 1.50 is 12% above median its 10-year median of 1.34. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.69 to a high of 10,000.00. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Cash-to-Debt is 0.60. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 1.50 is 150% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #436 out of 1313 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, HELLA GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 71/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cash-to-Debt compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #436 out of 1313 companies for Cash-to-Debt. This puts HELLA GmbH KGaA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Cash-to-Debt is 0.60. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 1.50 is 150% above this benchmark. Historically, HELLA GmbH KGaA's own Cash-to-Debt has ranged from 0.69 to 10,000.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.34 vs. the industry median of 0.60, HELLA GmbH KGaA has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Cash-to-Debt for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Cash-to-Debt among Vehicles & Parts companies is 0.60, based on 1,313 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Cash-to-Debt significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Cash-to-Debt should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Cash-to-Debt of 1.50 is 150% above 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-to-Debt mean?
A high Cash-to-Debt can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Cash-to-Debt is 0.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Cash-to-Debt is 1.50, which is 12% above median its own 10-year median of 1.34. 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?
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) has a current Cash-to-Debt of 1.50. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF74.08, compared to a current price of CHF65.70 — trading 11.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Cash-to-Debt is 1.50, which is 12% above median its 10-year median of 1.34 and 150% above the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 0.60. HELLA GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Cash-to-Debt calculated?
Cash-to-Debt is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current Cash-to-Debt is 1.50 as of Jun. 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 11.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF74.08.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:HLE:
Cash-to-Debt: 1.50 (12% above median its 10-year median of 1.34)
GF Value™: CHF74.08 vs. price of CHF65.70 (11.3% below fair value)
Industry Position: 150% above the Vehicles & Parts median (#436 of 1313)
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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