HL Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

HL - Hecla Mining Company

MINING & QUARRYING OF NONMETALLIC MINERALS (NO FUELS)
$15.98
0.02 (0.13%) ▲
5d: +4.51%
30d: -6.98%
90d: -7.31%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Strength: 9.0/10

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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: HL shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 11.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$44.56
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$27.67
42.2% Margin of Safety

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 19.2x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: HL is currently trading at $15.98, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $15.34 to $17.79. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.4) compared to its historical average (19.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 11.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 951.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, HL is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $13.80, while resistance sits at $17.93.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $25.53 (+59.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position FAIR
Historical Trading Range $15.34 - $17.79
Company Quality Score 53/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 72.4%

All Signals

  • NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 59.7% below Wall St target ($25.53)

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $15.34 - $17.79
Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $13.81
Resistance Level $17.93
Current Trend Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of Jun 9, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 13.41
Wall Street Target $25.53 (+59.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 100.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 951.5%
Profit Margin 16.8%
Valuation Discount vs History -11.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical 13.4 vs 19.2 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -11.3% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $14.38 (-10%)
2-Year Target $12.94 (-19%)
3-Year Target $11.65 (-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 13→19) $16.68 (+4%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 21.8, Growth: 39.1%) $69.93 (+338%)
Base: (SPY PE: 13.4, Growth: 39.1%) $43.05 (+169%)
Bear: (PE: 11.4, Growth: 39.1%) $36.59 (+129%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.13 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.69
Bull Case $30.33 (+90%)
Analyst growth 72.7%, PE expands to 25.4
Base Case $27.57 (+73%)
Market implied 72.7%, PE stable at 23.1
Bear Case $10.85 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 13.4 to 19.2
Stabilization Target: $22.88 (+43.2%)
PE Expansion Potential: +43.2%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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