HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) YoY EBITDA Growth: -9.17% (As of Mar. 2026)

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XSWX:HLE HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA XSWX:HLE
73 GF Score
Price CHF65.70
GF Value CHF73.11
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What is HELLA GmbH KGaA YoY EBITDA Growth?

HELLA GmbH KGaA XSWX:HLE 73 YoY EBITDA Growth is -9.17% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:HLE with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF73.11. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months. HELLA GmbH KGaA's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was -9.17%.

HELLA GmbH KGaA's EBITDA per Share for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1.77.

HELLA GmbH KGaA YoY EBITDA Growth Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's YoY EBITDA Growth can be seen below:

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* 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 YoY EBITDA Growth Chart

HELLA GmbH KGaA Annual Data
Trend May16 May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
YoY EBITDA Growth
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HELLA GmbH KGaA Quarterly Data
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HELLA GmbH KGaA YoY EBITDA Growth Calculation

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months.

HELLA GmbH KGaA's YoY EBITDA Growth for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (A: Dec. 2025 )
=(EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )-EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2024 ))/ | EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2024 ) |
=(7.723-8.919)/ | 8.919 |
=-13.41 %

HELLA GmbH KGaA's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=(EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )-EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2025 )) / | EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2025 )) |
=(1.773-1.952)/ | 1.952 |
=-9.17 %

* 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.

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What does a YoY EBITDA Growth of -9.17% mean?
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) has a YoY EBITDA Growth of -9.17% as of Mar. 2026. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's YoY EBITDA Growth too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current YoY EBITDA Growth is -9.17%. Overall, HELLA GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 73/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HELLA GmbH KGaA's YoY EBITDA Growth compare to ORLY and AZO?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's YoY EBITDA Growth of -9.17% 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 YoY EBITDA Growth for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good YoY EBITDA Growth depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, YoY EBITDA Growth 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 YoY EBITDA Growth mean?
A high YoY EBITDA Growth can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current YoY EBITDA Growth is -9.17%. 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 YoY EBITDA Growth of -9.17%. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF73.11, compared to a current price of CHF65.70 — trading 10.1% below its estimated fair value. The current YoY EBITDA Growth is -9.17%. HELLA GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is YoY EBITDA Growth calculated?
YoY EBITDA Growth is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current YoY EBITDA Growth is -9.17% 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 10.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF73.11.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:HLE:

  • YoY EBITDA Growth: -9.17%
  • GF Value™: CHF73.11 vs. price of CHF65.70 (10.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 7 warning signs

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 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.
73GF Score

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