HELLA GmbH KGaAXSWX:HLE 77 Days Inventory is 69.61 as of Mar. 2026, which is 5% above its 10-year median of 66.00. GuruFocus rates XSWX:HLE with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF73.38 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,297 Vehicles & Parts companies, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks better than 62.3% on this metric.
The historical rank and industry rank for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:HLE'
s Days Inventory Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 47.6 Med: 66 Max: 76.38
Current: 66.66
During the past 13 years, HELLA GmbH KGaA's highest Days Inventory was 76.38. The lowest was 47.60. And the median was 66.00.
XSWX:HLE's Days Inventory is ranked better than 62.3% of 1297
companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 80.53
vs XSWX:HLE: 66.66
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory
increased
from Mar. 2025 (64.72) to Mar. 2026 (69.61).
It might indicate that HELLA GmbH KGaA's sales slowed down.
Inventory Turnover measures how fast the company turns over its inventory within a year.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory Turnover for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.31.
Inventory-to-Revenue determines the ability of a company to manage their inventory levels. It measures the percentage of Inventories the company currently has on hand to support the current amount of Revenue.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory-to-Revenue for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.60.
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) Days Inventory Explanation
Days Inventory indicates the liquidity of the inventory. Generally, a lower Days Inventory is preferred as it indicates a shorter duration to clear off the inventory. An increase of the ratio may indicate the company's sales slowed. Similar ratios related to Days Inventory are:
1. Inventory Turnover measures how fast the company turns over its inventory within a year.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory Turnover for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as
2. Inventory-to-Revenue determines the ability of a company to manage their inventory levels. It measures the percentage of Inventories the company currently has on hand to support the current amount of Revenue.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory to Revenue for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 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.
Be Aware
A lot of business are seasonable. It makes more sense to compare Days Inventory from the same period in the previous year instead of from the previous quarter.
HELLA GmbH KGaA Days Inventory Related Terms
HELLA GmbH KGaA Days Inventory Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory 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.
For the Auto Parts subindustry, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory, along with its competitors' market caps and Days Inventory 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 Days Inventory vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory 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 Days Inventory of 69.61 as of Mar. 2026. Days inventory represents the average amount of days a company holds inventory before selling it. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 66.00. Over the past decade, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory has ranged from 47.60 to 76.38. According to the industry distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #489 out of 1297 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 37.7%.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Days Inventory of 69.61 is near median its 10-year median of 66.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 47.60 to a high of 76.38. The Vehicles & Parts industry median Days Inventory is 80.53. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 69.61 is 13.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #489 out of 1297 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, which is above the industry midpoint. 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 Days Inventory compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #489 out of 1297 companies for Days Inventory. This puts HELLA GmbH KGaA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Days Inventory is 80.53. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 69.61 is 13.6% below this benchmark. Historically, HELLA GmbH KGaA's own Days Inventory has ranged from 47.60 to 76.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 66.00 vs. the industry median of 80.53, HELLA GmbH KGaA has consistently been below 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 Days Inventory for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median Days Inventory among Vehicles & Parts companies is 80.53, based on 1,297 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Days Inventory significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Days Inventory should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Days Inventory of 69.61 is 13.6% 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 Days Inventory mean?
A high Days Inventory can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Days inventory represents the average amount of days a company holds inventory before selling it. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median Days Inventory is 80.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Days Inventory is 69.61, which is near median its own 10-year median of 66.00. 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 Days Inventory is 69.61, which is near median its 10-year median of 66.00 and 13.6% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 80.53. 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 Days Inventory calculated?
Days Inventory is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current Days Inventory is 69.61 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:
Days Inventory: 69.61 (near median its 10-year median of 66.00)
GF Value™: CHF73.38 vs. price of CHF65.70 (10.5% below fair value)
Industry Position: 13.6% below the Vehicles & Parts median (#489 of 1297)
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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