A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. HELLA GmbH KGaA's goodwill for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €0 Mil.
HELLA GmbH KGaA (LUX:HLE) Goodwill Explanation
Goodwill to Asset ratio measures how much goodwill a company is recording compared to the total level of its assets.
It is calculated by dividing goodwill by total assets.
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio 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.
If the goodwill-to-asset ratio increases, it can mean that the company is recording a proportionately higher amount of goodwill, assuming total assets are remaining constant. It is generally good to see a company increasing its assets regularly; however, if these increases are coming from intangible assets, such as goodwill, the increases may not be as good.
Increases in the goodwill-to-asset ratio might suggest that a company has been aggressively acquiring other firms or has seen its tangible assets decrease in value. When a large portion of total assets are attributable to intangible assets (such as goodwill), the company may be at risk of having that portion of its asset base wiped out quickly if it must record any goodwill impairments. Decreases in the goodwill-to-assets ratio suggest that the company has either written down some goodwill or increased its tangible assets.
Asset needs vary from industry to industry. This is why comparing goodwill-to-assets ratios is generally most meaningful among companies within the same industry. By comparing a company's goodwill to assets ratio to those of other companies within the same industry, investors can get a feel for how a company is managing its goodwill.
HELLA GmbH KGaA Goodwill Related Terms
HELLA GmbH KGaA Goodwill Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Goodwill 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.
A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. Goodwill is considered an intangible asset because it is not a physical asset like buildings or equipment. The goodwill account can be found in the assets portion of a company's balance sheet.
HELLA GmbH KGaA (LUX:HLE) has a Goodwill of €0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's Goodwill too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Goodwill is €0 Mil. Overall, HELLA GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 65/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HELLA GmbH KGaA's Goodwill compare to ORLY and AZO?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Goodwill of €0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Goodwill for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Goodwill depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, Goodwill 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 Goodwill mean?
A high Goodwill can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Goodwill is €0 Mil. 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 (LUX:HLE) has a current Goodwill of €0 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is €95.81, compared to a current price of €86.30 — trading 9.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Goodwill is €0 Mil. HELLA GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Goodwill calculated?
Goodwill is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (LUX:HLE), the current Goodwill is €0 Mil 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 (LUX:HLE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HELLA GmbH KGaA stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of €86.30 is trading 9.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €95.81.
Key valuation signals for LUX:HLE:
Goodwill: €0 Mil
GF Value™: €95.81 vs. price of €86.30 (9.9% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LUX: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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