HELLA GmbH KGaA (LUX:HLE) Other Operating Expense: €-11 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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LUX:HLE HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA LUX:HLE
73 GF Score
Price €86.30
GF Value €96.42
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What is HELLA GmbH KGaA Other Operating Expense?

HELLA GmbH KGaA LUX:HLE 73 Other Operating Expense is €-11 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates LUX:HLE with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of €96.42. The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

HELLA GmbH KGaA's Other Operating Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €0 Mil. Its Other Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €-11 Mil.

HELLA GmbH KGaA's quarterly Other Operating Expense declined from Sep. 2025 (€14 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (€-27 Mil) but then increased from Dec. 2025 (€-27 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (€0 Mil).

HELLA GmbH KGaA's annual Other Operating Expense declined from Dec. 2023 (€-3 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (€-27 Mil) but then increased from Dec. 2024 (€-27 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (€-9 Mil).

HELLA GmbH KGaA Other Operating Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's Other Operating Expense can be seen below:

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HELLA GmbH KGaA Other Operating Expense Chart

HELLA GmbH KGaA Annual Data
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HELLA GmbH KGaA Other Operating Expense Calculation

GuruFocus uses a standardized financial statement format for all companies. For non-financial companies, GuruFocus lists Selling, General, & Admin. Expense, , Research & Development, and Other Operating Expense under the "Total Operating Expense" section.

Other Operating Expense sometimes includes:
Restructuring, and merger
Acquisition related and other
Litigation settlement charge
Other (too numerous to list)

Some companies can and do choose to report each of these items separately. Yet, there are a variety of Other Operating Expense which are simply too numerous to list.

Other Operating Expense 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 €-11 Mil.

* 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.

What does a Other Operating Expense of €-11 Mil mean?
HELLA GmbH KGaA (LUX:HLE) has a Other Operating Expense of €-11 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's Other Operating Expense too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Other Operating Expense is €-11 Mil. 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 Other Operating Expense compare to ORLY and AZO?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's Other Operating Expense of €-11 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 Other Operating Expense for a Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Other Operating Expense depends on the Vehicles & Parts industry context. However, Other Operating Expense 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 Other Operating Expense mean?
A high Other Operating Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on HELLA GmbH KGaA and its competitors. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current Other Operating Expense is €-11 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 Other Operating Expense of €-11 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is €96.42, compared to a current price of €86.30 — trading 10.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Other Operating Expense is €-11 Mil. 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 Other Operating Expense calculated?
Other Operating Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (LUX:HLE), the current Other Operating Expense is €-11 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 10.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of €96.42.

Key valuation signals for LUX:HLE:

  • Other Operating Expense: €-11 Mil
  • GF Value™: €96.42 vs. price of €86.30 (10.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 7 warning signs

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 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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