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Hecla Mining Company (HL) Stock

Hecla Mining Company Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Hecla Mining Company (HL), a prominent company in the basic materials sector within the other precious metals & mining industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $20.42. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $9.71 and $34.15. This places the current price at 59.8% of its 52-week high and 110.3% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 25,512,807. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 59.60, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $17.07 by 19.63%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $18.97 by 7.64%. The MACD histogram is -0.05, indicating bearish momentum (MACD Line: 1.11, Signal Line: 1.16). There are currently 6 active alerts set for HL by users.

52-Week Range

$34.15 - $9.71

-40.20% from high · +110.30% from low

Avg Daily Volume

35,972,787

20-day average

100-day avg: 28,203,188

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

24.92

Near market average

Forward P/E

29.85

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

5.64

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

5.32

EV/EBITDA

14.59

EPS (TTM)

$0.83

Price to Sales

7.97

Beta

1.38

Similar volatility to market

Q:How is HL valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Hecla Mining Company trades at a P/E ratio of 24.92, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 29.85 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 5.64 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
Q:What is HL's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.38, Hecla Mining Company is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 5.32 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

19.20%

Operating Margin

44.30%

EBITDA

$969.49M

Return on Equity

22.20%

Return on Assets

15.30%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

52.40%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

92.90%

Q:How profitable and efficient is HL's business model?
Hecla Mining Company achieves a profit margin of 19.20%, meaning it retains $19.20 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 44.30% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 22.20% and ROA at 15.30%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
Q:What are HL's recent growth trends?
Hecla Mining Company's revenue grew by 52.40% year-over-year, representing robust expansion that significantly outpaces typical market growth rates. This strong top-line performance suggests the company is successfully capturing market share or benefiting from favorable industry trends. Earnings increased by 92.90% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.02

Dividend Yield

0.07%

Ex-Dividend Date

Aug 26, 2026

Dividend Date

Sep 10, 2026

Q:What dividend income can investors expect from HL?
Hecla Mining Company offers a dividend yield of 0.07%, paying $0.02 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Aug 26, 2026.
Q:How reliable is HL's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Hecla Mining Company pays $0.02 per share in dividends against earnings of $0.83 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 1.81%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Sep 10, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$13.9B

Revenue (TTM)

$1.74B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$2.60

Shares Outstanding

671.77M

Book Value/Share

$3.99

Asset Type

Common Stock

Q:What is HL's market capitalization and position?
Hecla Mining Company has a market capitalization of $13.9B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 671.77M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the OTHER PRECIOUS METALS & MINING industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
Q:How does HL's price compare to its book value?
Hecla Mining Company's book value per share is $3.99, while the current stock price is $20.42, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 5.12. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$23.38

14.50% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

1

Buy

3

Hold

5

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

Q:How reliable are analyst predictions for HL?
9 analysts cover HL with 44% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $23.38 implies 14.5% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
Q:What is the Wall Street consensus on HL?
Current analyst recommendations:1 Strong Buy, 3 Buy, 5 Hold, 00The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Sep 8, 2026, 02:30 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

59.60

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$17.07

19.63% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$18.97

7.64% above MA-200

MACD Line

1.11

MACD Signal

1.16

MACD Histogram

-0.05

Bearish

Q:What does HL's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for HL is currently 59.60, indicating the stock is in neutral territory (40-60 range). Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control, suggesting consolidation or balanced market forces. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
Q:How should traders interpret HL's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 1.11 below the signal line at 1.16, with histogram at -0.05. This bearish crossover indicates downward pressure. The narrow histogram suggests a potential trend change ahead. The 50-day MA ($17.07) is below the 200-day MA ($18.97), forming a death cross pattern that often warns of extended weakness. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Sep 8, 2026, 12:32 AM

Active Alerts

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