HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) Inventory Turnover: 1.31 (As of Mar. 2026)


XSWX:HLE HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA XSWX:HLE
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What is HELLA GmbH KGaA Inventory Turnover?

HELLA GmbH KGaA XSWX:HLE 74 Inventory Turnover is 1.31 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:HLE with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF73.73 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Inventory Turnover measures how fast the company turns over its inventory within a year. It is calculated as Cost of Goods Sold divided by Total Inventories. HELLA GmbH KGaA's Cost of Goods Sold for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,396 Mil. HELLA GmbH KGaA's Average Total Inventories for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,065 Mil. HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory Turnover for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.31.

Days Inventory indicates the number of days of goods in sales that a company has in the inventory. HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was 69.61.

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 quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.60.

HELLA GmbH KGaA  (XSWX:HLE) Inventory Turnover Explanation

Inventory Turnover measures how fast the company turns over its inventory within a year. A higher Inventory Turnover means the company has light inventory. Therefore the company spends less money on storage, write downs, and obsolete inventory. If the inventory is too light, it may affect sales because the company may not have enough to meet demand.

1. Days Inventory indicates the number of days of goods in sales that a company has in the inventory.

HELLA GmbH KGaA's Days Inventory for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Days Inventory =Average Total Inventories (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Cost of Goods Sold (Q: Mar. 2026 )*Days in Period
=1064.931/1396.051*365 / 4
=69.61

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 quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Inventory-to-Revenue=Average Total Inventories (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=1064.931 / 1764.51
=0.60

* 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

Usually retailers pile up their inventories at holiday seasons to meet the stronger demand. Therefore, the inventory of a particular quarter of a year should not be used to calculate Inventory Turnover. An average inventory is a better indication.

HELLA GmbH KGaA Inventory Turnover Related Terms

HELLA GmbH KGaA Inventory Turnover Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory Turnover 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 Inventory Turnover Chart

HELLA GmbH KGaA Annual Data
Trend May16 May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Inventory Turnover
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HELLA GmbH KGaA Quarterly Data
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HELLA GmbH KGaA Inventory Turnover Calculation

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

Inventory Turnover (A: Dec. 2025 )
=Cost of Goods Sold / Average Total Inventories
=Cost of Goods Sold (A: Dec. 2025 ) / ((Total Inventories (A: Dec. 2024 ) + Total Inventories (A: Dec. 2025 )) / count )
=5737.276 / ((1043.878 + 1053.783) / 2 )
=5737.276 / 1048.8305
=5.47

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

Inventory Turnover (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=Cost of Goods Sold / Average Total Inventories
=Cost of Goods Sold (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / ((Total Inventories (Q: Dec. 2025 ) + Total Inventories (Q: Mar. 2026 )) / count )
=1396.051 / ((1053.783 + 1076.079) / 2 )
=1396.051 / 1064.931
=1.31

* 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 Inventory Turnover →
What does a Inventory Turnover of 1.31 mean?
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) has a Inventory Turnover of 1.31 as of Mar. 2026. Inventory turnover equals current-period cost of goods sold divided by average two-period total inventories. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory Turnover too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Inventory Turnover is 1.31. Overall, HELLA GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory Turnover compare to ORLY and AZO?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Inventory Turnover of 1.31 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 Inventory Turnover for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Inventory Turnover depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, Inventory Turnover 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 Inventory Turnover mean?
A high Inventory Turnover can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Inventory turnover equals current-period cost of goods sold divided by average two-period total inventories. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Inventory Turnover is 1.31. 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 CHF73.73, compared to a current price of CHF65.70 — trading 10.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Inventory Turnover is 1.31. HELLA GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Inventory Turnover calculated?
Inventory Turnover is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current Inventory Turnover is 1.31 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 10.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF73.73. GuruFocus considers HELLA GmbH KGaA to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:HLE:

  • Inventory Turnover: 1.31
  • GF Value™: CHF73.73 vs. price of CHF65.70 (10.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 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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