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HLE Stock Chart & Stats
€71.30
-€0.30(-0.42%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€71.30
-€0.30(-0.42%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€67.90 - €88.80
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.88K
Average Volume (3M)9.95K
Market Cap
€7.96B
Enterprise Value€7.59K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€1.52B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€1.01B
Price to Earnings (P/E)69.4
Beta0.45
Next Earnings
Nov 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.31%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.03
Shares Outstanding111,111,115
10 Day Avg. Volume7,142
30 Day Avg. Volume9,949
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.44
Price to Book (P/B)2.98
Price to Sales (P/S)1.17
P/FCF Ratio16.56
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€70.00Price Target Upside-1.82% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)1.85
Revenue Forecast (FY)€7.58B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Absolute Cash GenerationAbsolute cash generation is solid: operating cash flow and FCF in the high hundreds of millions provide durable internal funding. Sustained FCF supports reinvestment in product development, program bidding, or reducing leverage over the next several quarters.
Top-line Momentum With Stable Gross MarginsSharply higher revenue alongside stable gross margins indicates improving demand and the ability to maintain pricing or cost control across production runs. This combination supports longer-term margin sustainability and capacity to win OEM platform nominations.
Diversified OEM And Aftermarket Revenue StreamsA business model combining OEM series-production contracts and aftermarket sales provides structural diversification. OEM platform nominations offer multi-year volumes while aftermarket revenues smooth cyclicality, supporting steadier cash flows across vehicle cycles.
Bears Say
Very Thin Net Profitability And Low ROEExtremely low net margins and weak ROE show the company is not converting sales into durable profits or returns on capital. Over months, this limits retained earnings available for reinvestment and constrains long-term shareholder value creation unless margins improve.
Step-up In Leverage Increases Balance-sheet RiskA material rise in leverage from prior-year levels reduces financial flexibility and raises interest exposure. If margins remain thin, elevated debt amplifies downside in a cyclical auto market and limits capacity to fund new platform investments without additional financing.
Free Cash Flow Trajectory Has WeakenedWhile FCF is positive in absolute terms, a declining trend signals pressure on cash conversion—possibly from working capital, capex or margin erosion. Continued FCF decline would impair the company's ability to de-lever, invest in new programs, or sustain payouts.
HLE FAQ
What was Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co lowest stock price was €67.90 and its highest was €88.80 in the past 12 months.
What is Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s market cap?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s market cap is €7.96B.
When is Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 12, 2026 which is in 93 days.
How were Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s earnings last quarter?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported €0.58 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is Hella KGaA Hueck & Co overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Hella KGaA Hueck & Co pay dividends?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co pays a Annually dividend of €0.22 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.31%. See more information on Hella KGaA Hueck & Co dividends here
What is Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s EPS estimate?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Hella KGaA Hueck & Co have?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co has 111,111,115 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hella KGaA Hueck & Co’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co reported an EPS of €0.58 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.953%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hella KGaA Hueck & Co?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:HLE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Hella KGaA Hueck & Co Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
€70.00 (-1.82% Downside)
€70.00 (-1.82% Downside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-6.91%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
0.31%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
5.13%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Hella KGaA Hueck & Co
HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA, operating globally through its subsidiaries, is a prominent supplier specializing in the development, manufacture, and distribution of sophisticated lighting systems and electronic components for the automotive industry. The company organizes its operations into three distinct divisions: Automotive, Aftermarket, and Special Applications. The Automotive segment delivers a wide array of products, including headlamps, rear combination lamps, and interior and exterior vehicle illumination, along with radomes. It also provides advanced solutions in body electronics, energy management, lighting electronics, and power steering, in addition to cutting-edge driver assistance systems encompassing sensors and engine compartment actuators. The Aftermarket segment focuses on producing and distributing automotive components and accessories, primarily in the lighting, electrical, and electronics domains. This division also furnishes workshop solutions for diagnostics and calibration, alongside comprehensive support services for wholesalers and repair facilities. The Special Applications segment is dedicated to conceiving, producing, and commercializing lighting technology and electronic solutions for a diverse range of specialized vehicles, such as construction and agricultural machinery, buses, caravans, and marine craft. Founded in 1899, the company is headquartered in Lippstadt, Germany. The entity, previously known as HELLA KGaA Hueck & Co., adopted its present corporate identity, HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA, in October 2017. Currently, HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA operates as a subsidiary of Faurecia S.E.
HLE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€70.00
▼(-1.82% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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