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HELLA GmbH KGaA's gross profit for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF368 Mil. HELLA GmbH KGaA's gross profit for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,543 Mil.
Gross Margin % is calculated as gross profit divided by its revenue. HELLA GmbH KGaA's gross profit for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF368 Mil. HELLA GmbH KGaA's Revenue for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,765 Mil. Therefore, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Gross Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 20.88%.
HELLA GmbH KGaA had a gross margin of 20.88% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins
During the past 13 years, the highestGross Margin % of HELLA GmbH KGaA was 27.52%. The lowest was 21.29%. And the median was 23.77%.
Warning Sign:
HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA gross margin has been in long-term decline. The average rate of decline per year is -1.5%.
Warren Buffett believes that firms with excellent long term economics tend to have consistently higher margins.
Durable competitive advantage creates a high Gross Margin % because of the freedom to price in excess of cost. Companies can be categorized by their Gross Margin %
1. Greater than 40% = Durable competitive advantage
2. Less than 40% = Competition eroding margins
3. Less than 20% = no sustainable competitive advantage
Consistency of Gross Margin is key
HELLA GmbH KGaA had a gross margin of 20.88% for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 => Competition eroding margins
HELLA GmbH KGaA Gross Profit Related Terms
HELLA GmbH KGaA Gross Profit Historical Data
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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Gross Profit 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 Gross Profit, along with its competitors' market caps and Gross Profit 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 Gross Profit vs Vehicles & Parts Industry
For the Vehicles & Parts industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, HELLA GmbH KGaA's Gross Profit distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where HELLA GmbH KGaA's Gross Profit falls into.
Gross Profit for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF1,543 Mil.
Gross Profit is the numerator in the calculation of Gross Margin.
* 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 positive Gross Profit is only the first step for a company to make a net profit. The gross profit needs to be big enough to also cover related labor, equipment, rental, marketing/advertising, research and development and a lot of other costs in selling the products.
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) has a Gross Profit of CHF1,543 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Gross Profit equals net sales less total cost of goods sold. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's Gross Profit too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Gross Profit is CHF1,543 Mil. Overall, HELLA GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HELLA GmbH KGaA's Gross Profit compare to ORLY and AZO?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Gross Profit of CHF1,543 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 Gross Profit for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Gross Profit depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, Gross Profit 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 Gross Profit mean?
A high Gross Profit can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Gross Profit equals net sales less total cost of goods sold. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Gross Profit is CHF1,543 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?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF73.27, compared to a current price of CHF65.70 — trading 10.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Gross Profit is CHF1,543 Mil. HELLA GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Gross Profit calculated?
Gross Profit is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current Gross Profit is CHF1,543 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 (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 10.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF73.27.
GuruFocus considers HELLA GmbH KGaA to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:HLE:
Gross Profit: CHF1,543 Mil
GF Value™: CHF73.27 vs. price of CHF65.70 (10.3% below fair value)
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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