HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) ROCE %: 6.39% (As of Mar. 2026)


XSWX:HLE HELLA GmbH & Co KGaA XSWX:HLE
77 GF Score
Price CHF65.70
GF Value CHF73.40
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is HELLA GmbH KGaA ROCE %?

HELLA GmbH KGaA XSWX:HLE 77 ROCE % is 6.39% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:HLE with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF73.40 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

ROCE % measures how well a company generates profits from its capital. It is calculated as EBIT divided by Capital Employed, where Capital Employed is calculated as Total Assets minus Total Current Liabilities. HELLA GmbH KGaA's annualized ROCE % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 6.39%.

HELLA GmbH KGaA  (XSWX:HLE) ROCE % Explanation

ROCE % can be especially useful when comparing the performance of capital-intensive companies. Unlike ROE %, which indicates the profitability of Shareholders Equity, ROCE % also considers long-term debt in Capital Employed. This can be helpful when analyzing companies with significant debt, as the result is neutralized by taking debt into consideration.

Generally speaking, a higher ROCE % indicates a stonger profitability for a company. Moreover, it is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Investors tend to favor companies with stable and rising ROCE % trend over those with volatile ones.

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HELLA GmbH KGaA ROCE % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HELLA GmbH KGaA's ROCE % 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 ROCE % Chart

HELLA GmbH KGaA Annual Data
Trend May16 May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
ROCE %
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HELLA GmbH KGaA Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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HELLA GmbH KGaA ROCE % Calculation

HELLA GmbH KGaA's annualized ROCE % for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(A: Dec. 2025 )  (A: Dec. 2024 )(A: Dec. 2025 )
=293.115/( ( (6986.427 - 2447.507) + (6835.571 - 2530.655) )/ 2 )
=293.115/( (4538.92+4304.916)/ 2 )
=293.115/4421.918
=6.63 %

HELLA GmbH KGaA's ROCE % of for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

ROCE %=EBIT (1)/( (Capital Employed+Capital Employed)/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=EBIT/( ( (Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities)+(Total Assets - Total Current Liabilities) )/ count )
(Q: Mar. 2026 )  (Q: Dec. 2025 )(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=258.716/( ( (6835.571 - 2530.655) + (6822.906 - 3035.334) )/ 2 )
=258.716/( ( 4304.916 + 3787.572 )/ 2 )
=258.716/4046.244
=6.39 %

(1) Note: The EBIT data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) EBIT data.

* 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 ROCE % →
What does a ROCE % of 6.39% mean?
HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE) has a ROCE % of 6.39% as of Mar. 2026.
Is HELLA GmbH KGaA's ROCE % too high?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's current ROCE % is 6.39%. The Vehicles & Parts industry median ROCE % is 7.94. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 6.39% is 19.5% below this industry median. Overall, HELLA GmbH KGaA has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HELLA GmbH KGaA's ROCE % compare to ORLY and AZO?
HELLA GmbH KGaA's ROCE % of 6.39% can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts industry. The industry median ROCE % is 7.94. HELLA GmbH KGaA's value of 6.39% is 19.5% below this benchmark. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROCE % for a Vehicles & Parts company?
The median ROCE % among Vehicles & Parts companies is 7.94, based on 1,319 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROCE % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROCE % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current ROCE % of 6.39% is 19.5% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high ROCE % mean?
A high ROCE % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Vehicles & Parts industry, the median ROCE % is 7.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HELLA GmbH KGaA's current ROCE % is 6.39%. 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 CHF73.40, compared to a current price of CHF65.70 — trading 10.5% below its estimated fair value. The current ROCE % is 6.39% and 19.5% below the Vehicles & Parts industry median of 7.94. HELLA GmbH KGaA's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROCE % calculated?
ROCE % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HELLA GmbH KGaA (XSWX:HLE), the current ROCE % is 6.39% 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 10.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF73.40. GuruFocus considers HELLA GmbH KGaA to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:HLE:

  • ROCE %: 6.39%
  • GF Value™: CHF73.40 vs. price of CHF65.70 (10.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 19.5% below the Vehicles & Parts median

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.
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