Hecla Mining’s Silver Rally Has a Balance-Sheet Twist, Not Just a Metals Price Story
Hecla Mining shares closed Monday at $20.67, up 11.07%, before easing to $20.44 premarket Tuesday as silver prices remained elevated. The company reported $144 million in first-quarter free cash flow and cleared its long-term debt after redeeming notes. Hecla posted a $19 million net loss due to a $192 million write-down but saw $411 million in sales and higher silver output.