HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) FCF Margin %: -2.92% (As of Mar. 2026)


XSWX:HLE HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA XSWX:HLE
77 GF Score
Price CHF65.70
GF Value CHF73.40
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is HELLA GmbH KGaA FCF Margin %?

HELLA GmbH KGaA XSWX:HLE 77 FCF Margin % is -2.92% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:HLE with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF73.40 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,323 Vehicles & Parts companies, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks better than 59.86% on this metric.

FCF Margin % is calculated as Free Cash Flow divided by its Revenue. HELLA GmbH KGaA's Free Cash Flow for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-52 Mil. HELLA GmbH KGaA's Revenue for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,765 Mil. Therefore, HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -2.92%.

As of today, HELLA GmbH KGaA's current FCF Yield % is 3.84%.

The historical rank and industry rank for HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % or its related term are showing as below:

XSWX:HLE' s FCF Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -4.55   Med: 2.29   Max: 3.92
Current: 3.92


During the past 13 years, the highest FCF Margin % of HELLA GmbH KGaA was 3.92%. The lowest was -4.55%. And the median was 2.29%.

XSWX:HLE's FCF Margin % is ranked better than
59.86% of 1323 companies
in the Vehicles & Parts industry
Industry Median: 2.25 vs XSWX:HLE: 3.92


HELLA GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Related Terms


HELLA GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % 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.

HELLA GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Chart

HELLA GmbH KGaA Annual Data
Trend May16 May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
FCF Margin %
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HELLA GmbH KGaA Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
FCF Margin % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -3.17 8.54 -2.90 12.30 -2.92

XSWX:HLE vs ORLY, AZO: FCF Margin % Comparison

For the Auto Parts subindustry, HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and FCF Margin % 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 FCF Margin % vs Vehicles & Parts Industry

For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % falls into.


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HELLA GmbH KGaA FCF Margin % Calculation

FCF margin is the ratio of Free Cash Flow divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

FCF Margin=Free Cash Flow (A: Dec. 2025 )/Revenue (A: Dec. 2025 )
=275.718/7336.448
=3.76 %

HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

FCF Margin=Free Cash Flow (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-51.505/1764.51
=-2.92 %

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about FCF Margin % →
What does a FCF Margin % of -2.92% mean?
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) has a FCF Margin % of -2.92% as of Mar. 2026. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #531 out of 1323 companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry, placing it in the top 40.1%.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's FCF Margin % too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current FCF Margin % is -2.92%. Based on the distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #531 out of 1323 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 FCF Margin % compare to ORLY and AZO?
According to the Vehicles & Parts industry distribution chart, HELLA GmbH KGaA ranks #531 out of 1323 companies for FCF Margin %. This puts HELLA GmbH KGaA in the upper half of its industry. The industry median FCF Margin % is 2.25. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good FCF Margin % for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median FCF Margin % among Vehicles & Parts companies is 2.25, based on 1,323 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a FCF Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, FCF Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high FCF Margin % mean?
A high FCF Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median FCF Margin % is 2.25 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current FCF Margin % is -2.92%. 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 CHF73.40, compared to a current price of CHF65.70 — trading 10.5% below its estimated fair value. The current FCF Margin % is -2.92%. 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 FCF Margin % calculated?
FCF Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current FCF Margin % is -2.92% 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 CHF73.40. GuruFocus considers HELLA GmbH KGaA to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:HLE:

  • FCF Margin %: -2.92%
  • GF Value™: CHF73.40 vs. price of CHF65.70 (10.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 7 warning signs

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HELLA GmbH KGaA Business Description

Address Rixbecker Strasse 75, Lippstadt, NW, DEU, 59552
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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