Hecla Mining (HL.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 35% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for Hecla Mining (HL.US) – stock price at $17.11, October 2026
Hecla Mining stock price – price development 2026. Updated Oct 7, 2026.
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Hecla Mining Price Target 2026: Analysts See 35% Upside

The average price target for Hecla Mining is $23.08. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 34.89% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Hecla Mining overvalued or undervalued?

Hecla Mining is currently undervalued with a gap of 34.9% relative to the price target.


The current price is $17.11, which places Hecla Mining in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $20.77, and overvalued when the price exceeds $25.39.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Hecla Mining, the fair value range lies between $20.77 and $25.39.


See the full price target analysis for Hecla Mining →

Analyst Ratings for Hecla Mining stock in 2026: Buy

10 analysts cover Hecla Mining. Analysts are mostly neutral — 60% recommend Hold. The average price target is $23.08, which gives an upside of 34.9% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.70/5)
Strong Buy
3 (30%)
Buy
1 (10%)
Hold
6 (60%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.70 out of 5 based on 10 analysts

About Hecla Mining – Other Precious Metals & Mining

Hecla Mining Company is a mining company. It digs up silver, gold, lead and zinc from the ground and sells them, mostly to make money.

Most of what they dig up is sold as "concentrates" — this is ore that has been partly processed to remove waste material, making it easier to transport and sell. They sell these concentrates to smelters (factories that melt ore to extract pure metal) and to traders. The company also produces something called "doré," which is a mixed block of silver and gold that has not yet been fully separated into the two metals.

The company's most important mining site is the Greens Creek mine in Alaska. Hecla Mining Company was founded in 1891, so it has more than 130 years of experience in mining. Its head office is in Idaho, in the United States. The company operates in the US, Canada and Asia, and it is known as one of the major players in the silver mining industry.
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Key Figures for Hecla Mining

$11.4B Market cap
$1.7B Revenue
Other Precious Metals & Mining Industry
22.09 P/E
6.55 P/S
4.58 P/B
United States Listed on exchange
hecla.com Website

What kind of stock is Hecla Mining?

Growth stock Quality stock

Hecla Mining is classified as a growth stock and quality stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, strong financial health (Piotroski 8/9).

Score Overview for Hecla Mining

💰 Value Score 43/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 92/100 (Very High)
🚀 Momentum Score 19/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 51/100

📈 Valuation

Hecla Mining trades at a P/E ratio of 22.1, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 21.0 (5% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 6.6 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 4.6. The PEG ratio is 5.64 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Hecla Mining has a profit margin of 19.2% (solid) and an operating margin of 44.3%. Return on equity (ROE) is 22.2% — excellent return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 15.3%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 92.9% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 8 out of 9 — excellent financial health. Altman Z2 is 8.29 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 46.2% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 6.15% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Hecla Mining Dividend 2026: 0.1% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Hecla Mining

Dividend yield
0.09%
Payout ratio
2.1%
Low
Dividend growth (6 years)
-100.0%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
0.01 USD

When does Hecla Mining pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
August 26, 2026
Latest payment date
September 10, 2026

How much does Hecla Mining pay in dividends?

Hecla Mining does not currently pay a dividend. This may be because the company reinvests its profits in growth, or because there is not enough profit for dividend payments. You can find more information about the dividend policy on the company's website.

Historical Dividend Payments for Hecla Mining

We have registered dividend payments for Hecla Mining since Nov 17, 2020. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 24 times, most recently on Aug 26, 2026. This stock qualifies as a stable dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 5 years. That makes it attractive to investors looking for steady, regular dividend payments.

Ex-datePayment dateAmountCurrency
2026-08-262026-09-100.00USD
2026-05-222026-06-100.00USD
2026-03-092026-03-240.00USD
2025-11-242025-12-080.00USD
2025-08-222025-09-040.00USD
2025-05-232025-06-100.00USD
2025-03-102025-03-240.00USD
2024-11-212024-12-040.01USD
2024-08-262024-09-050.01USD
2024-05-232024-06-110.01USD
2024-03-112024-03-250.01USD
2023-11-222023-12-070.01USD
2023-08-232023-09-070.01USD
2023-05-192023-06-090.01USD
2023-03-082023-03-240.01USD
2022-11-232022-12-070.00USD
2022-08-182022-09-020.01USD
2022-05-242022-06-100.01USD
2022-03-082022-03-180.01USD
2021-11-182021-12-030.01USD
2021-08-202021-09-030.01USD
2021-05-192021-06-030.01USD
2021-03-052021-03-190.01USD
2020-11-172020-12-010.01USD

Insider Trading in Hecla Mining 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Hecla Mining have made 20 transactions – split into 3 purchases and 17 sales. On a net basis, insiders took $12,261,146 out of the stock. Active insiders include Catherine J Boggs, Boggs Catherine J, Krcmarov Robert and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 1 sales. A net $2,076 out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 3 purchases and 17 sales. A net $12,261,146 out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Catherine J Boggs bought 20,000 shares at $4.99 each on 2025-05-07. The stock has since risen 242.7%.

Latest sale: Malone Patrick Shay sold 100 shares at $20.76 each on 2026-08-20.

Who is buying: Catherine J Boggs, Boggs Catherine J, Krcmarov Robert.

Who is selling: Malone Patrick Shay, Kurt Allen, Clary Michael L., Sienko David C, David C Sienko and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Hecla Mining (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Hecla Mining. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-20 Malone Patrick Shay Sell 100 21 2,076
2026-01-06 Kurt Allen Sell 52,219 22 1,144,118
2025-12-19 Clary Michael L. Sell 75,000 20 1,522,500
2025-12-17 Sienko David C Sell 207,553 19 4,030,679
2025-12-17 David C Sienko Sell 207,553 19 4,030,679
2025-11-10 Russell Douglas Lawlar Sell 18,535 15 278,396
2025-11-10 Lawlar Russell Douglas Sell 18,535 15 278,025
2025-09-12 Stuart Maurice Absolom Sell 14,472 11 163,389
2025-09-12 Absolom Stuart Maurice Sell 14,472 11 163,534
2025-06-05 Stuart Maurice Absolom Sell 18,926 7 126,047

Who is buying and selling Hecla Mining shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Hecla Mining: Catherine J Boggs, Boggs Catherine J, Krcmarov Robert. In total, $269,772 was bought across 3 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Malone Patrick Shay, Kurt Allen, Clary Michael L., Sienko David C, David C Sienko and others. In total, $12,530,918 was sold across 17 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Hecla Mining Short Selling 2026: 6.2% Sold Short

High short interest: 6.2% of the free float
Short % of free float
6.2%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
EODHD
Reported about twice a month
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 6.2% means that 6.2% of the freely traded shares in Hecla Mining have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on Nov 4, 2026. With a short interest of 6.2%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Short interest comes from our data provider EODHD. The figure is reported about twice a month; we check it every trading day.
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When Does Hecla Mining Report Earnings – Next Date: Nov 4, 2026

The next earnings report from Hecla Mining is scheduled for November 4, 2026. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Hecla Mining 2026 – Signal: Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated October 7, 2026.

Technical analysis of Hecla Mining (HL.US) – RSI 41, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart October 2026
Hecla Mining technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI, MACD and volume profile. Updated Oct 7, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Hecla Mining Company

Hecla Mining Company is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $17.10 is 6.4% below the 20-day average ($18.27). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 6.7% below the 50-day average ($18.33). Long term, the stock is 10.8% below the 200-day average ($19.16), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (18.33) is below the 200-day average (19.16), which is a classic bearish signal for Hecla Mining Company.

Is Hecla Mining Company overbought or oversold?

Hecla Mining Company has an RSI of 40.7. The stock sits in the lower part of the neutral zone, which points to weak momentum without being oversold. In the current downtrend, be careful about reading this as a buying opportunity.

MACD Analysis for Hecla Mining Company

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-0.540), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (-0.348) by 0.192, which confirms growing negative momentum in the downtrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.246), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (0.148) by 0.098, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Short-term momentum is still falling – a deeper pullback is possible.

Risk Profile for Hecla Mining Company

Hecla Mining Company has an annual standard deviation of 73.7%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Hecla Mining Company

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-0.540). Weekly bullish (0.246).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly rising.

RSI: 40.7 – neutral.

Technical signal: Sell

The trend is negative and MACD is below the zero line, which confirms the bearish momentum. Consider reducing the position or setting a stop-loss.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hecla Mining stock in 2026

Should you buy Hecla Mining stock now?
No, the technical signal for Hecla Mining is currently Sell. Hecla Mining trades at $17.11 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -0.540 with falling momentum (signal: -0.348); RSI is at 40.7 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $23.08 points to 34.9% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Hecla Mining stock?
The average analyst price target for Hecla Mining is $23.08. The current price is $17.11, which gives an upside of 34.9%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $20.77 and $25.39.
Is Hecla Mining a dividend stock?
Yes, Hecla Mining is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.09%. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Aug 26, 2026. The payout ratio is 2.1%, which is considered sustainable.
When does Hecla Mining pay a dividend in 2026?
The next dividend date for Hecla Mining has not been set yet. The latest ex-dividend date (last trading day with dividend rights) was Aug 26, 2026. The dividend yield is 0.09%. The payout ratio of 2.1% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Hecla Mining stock?
Hecla Mining is rated as a stock in the risk category Extremely speculative. the annual standard deviation is 73.7%, which classifies the stock as Extremely speculative.
Is Hecla Mining overvalued?
No, Hecla Mining is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (34.9% upside). Hecla Mining has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 22.1 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 6.6, a P/B ratio of 4.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 34.9%.
Is Hecla Mining overbought?
No, Hecla Mining is not overbought. RSI is at 40.7 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 40.7 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 6.3% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Hecla Mining earnings report?
Hecla Mining reports its next earnings on November 4, 2026. The stock currently trades at $17.11. With a P/E ratio of 22.1, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Hecla Mining shorted?
Yes, Hecla Mining is shorted with 6.2% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Hecla Mining stock?
No, insiders are not buying Hecla Mining shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 2,076 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 3 purchases and 17 sales, with a net 12,261,146 $ sold. Active sellers include Malone Patrick Shay, Kurt Allen, Clary Michael L. and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Hecla Mining a good stock?
Based on our total score, Hecla Mining is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 51 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 43/100, Quality: 92/100, Momentum: 19/100. In addition: analysts see 34.9% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.09%; technical signal: Sell. Whether Hecla Mining is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Hecla Mining stock?
The outlook for Hecla Mining based on current data: the average analyst price target is $23.08 (+34.9%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on Nov 4, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 22.1 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Hecla Mining stock falling?
Hecla Mining is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 6.3% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 6.2% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Hecla Mining go?
The average analyst price target for Hecla Mining is $23.08, which corresponds to a potential gain of 34.9% from the current price of $17.11. The stock has traded between $11.80 and $34.15 over the last 52 weeks. The price is 49.9% below the 52-week high, which can indicate potential if the underlying fundamentals are intact. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Hecla Mining fall?
The stock has traded as low as $11.80 over the last 52 weeks — that is 31.0% below the current price of $17.11. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 65.4% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±73.7% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Hecla Mining do?
Hecla Mining Company is a mining company. It digs up silver, gold, lead and zinc from the ground and sells them, mostly to make money. Most of what they dig up is sold as "concentrates" — this is ore that has been partly processed to remove waste material, making it easier to... The company belongs to the Basic Materials sector, more specifically the Other Precious Metals & Mining industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Hecla Mining as an investment.
Did Hecla Mining raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Hecla Mining. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Hecla Mining making money or losing money?
Yes, Hecla Mining is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 19.2% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 44.3%. At a P/E ratio of 22.1, you currently pay 22.1 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Hecla Mining go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Hecla Mining is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 8.29 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 46% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Hecla Mining have a lot of debt?
No, Hecla Mining has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 46%. For the basic materials sector, anything below 70% counts as low debt. Commodity companies finance mines and plants with moderate debt — 70-150% is typical. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Hecla Mining service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 63.1x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).

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