Hecla Mining Co Stock Price, News & Analysis

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE: HL) reported a strong performance in Q1 2022 with silver production increasing to 3.3 million ounces, up 3% from the previous quarter. Gold output was 41,642 ounces. Production of lead and zinc remained stable. Hecla anticipates continued growth in silver production over the next two years, driven by operations at Greens Creek and Lucky Friday. However, Casa Berardi saw a decrease in gold output to 30,240 ounces, influenced by lower-grade surface tons.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) announced that its President and CEO, Phillips S. Baker, Jr., will present at the BMO Global Metals & Mining Conference on March 1, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. ET. Additionally, Russell Lawlar, CFO, will present at the J.P. Morgan Global High Yield & Leveraged Finance Conference on February 28, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Webcasts of both presentations and related materials will be accessible on Hecla's website. Established in 1891, Hecla is the largest silver producer in the U.S. with operations in Alaska, Idaho, and Quebec, Canada.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) reported impressive financial results for FY 2021, achieving record sales of $807.5 million and second highest cash flow from operations at $220.3 million. The company produced 12.9 million ounces of silver and 201,327 ounces of gold, meeting production guidance. Hecla's adjusted EBITDA reached a record $278.8 million. Environmental commitments included net neutral emissions. The newly developed Underhand Closed Bench mining method at Lucky Friday is expected to boost silver production by nearly a million ounces in 2022, leveraging Hecla's position as the largest U.S. silver producer.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) reported significant increases in gold and silver reserves, highlighting a 14% rise in gold reserves to over 2.7 million ounces and a 6% rise in silver reserves to 200 million ounces, the second-highest in its history. Inferred resources for silver and gold also increased by 8% and 2%, respectively. The company's exploration spending reached a record $47.9 million in 2021. Hecla emphasizes its strategic positioning in the silver market, crucial for cleaner energy transitions, and anticipates further growth in reserves through its exploration programs in 2022.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) will release its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 financial results on February 22, 2022, before market open. A conference call and webcast are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the results. Investors will also have opportunities for one-on-one calls with management from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Founded in 1891, Hecla is the largest silver producer in the U.S., with operations in Alaska, Idaho, and Quebec, Canada, alongside numerous exploration properties.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) reported strong preliminary production results for Q4 and full year 2021. Silver production increased by 21% quarter-over-quarter, totaling 3.2 million ounces, while gold production rose by 14%, reaching 47,977 ounces. Annual numbers show 12.9 million ounces of silver and 201,326 ounces of gold produced. The company's cash position stood at approximately $210 million, bolstered by an $80 million cash increase during the year. The Lucky Friday mine saw a remarkable 75% production increase year-over-year.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) announced that President and CEO Phillips S. Baker Jr. will participate in the H. C. Wainwright Mining Conference on November 30, 2021, and present at the Scotiabank Mining Conference on December 1, 2021, at 9:30 a.m. ET. CFO Russell Lawlar will also participate in the BofA Securities Leveraged Finance Conference the same day. Presentation materials will be accessible on Hecla's website. Established in 1891, Hecla is the largest silver producer in the U.S., with operations and projects in Alaska, Idaho, and Quebec.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) will participate in a fireside chat at the RBC Global Mining Conference on November 17, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. ET. The event can be accessed via a webcast available on the company's website.

Additionally, Hecla has released its latest Q3 2021 Performance Review as part of a webcast series focused on its high-grade, low-cost silver mines. The video is available on the company’s website.

Hecla Mining Company (NYSE:HL) reported third quarter 2021 results with sales of $193.6 million, unchanged from last year. Cash generation stood at $42.7 million, with a quarterly free cash flow of $15.8 million. Exploration spending reached a record $13.7 million. Casa Berardi achieved record throughput, yielding a 13% increase in gold production. A strong balance sheet shows $190.9 million in cash. However, net loss applicable to common shareholders was $1.1 million, compared to a profit last year, driven by lower metal prices and operational costs.