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Mar 31, 2022
Hecla Q1 2022 Earnings Report
Hecla's financial performance was announced, marking the 8th consecutive quarter of free cash flow generation.
Key Takeaways
Hecla Mining Company reported sales of $186.5 million with silver production of 3.3 million ounces. The company generated $16.4 million in free cash flow after semi-annual interest payments, and income applicable to common shareholders was $4.0 million, or $0.01 per share.
Silver production increased by 3% over the previous quarter, reaching 3.3 million ounces.
Sales slightly increased to $186.5 million compared to the fourth quarter of 2021.
The company generated $16.4 million in quarterly free cash flow.
Credit ratings were upgraded to B1 and B+ by Moody’s and S&P, respectively.
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Forward Guidance
The Lucky Friday mine may exceed 1 million ounces of quarterly silver production for the remainder of 2022, and Hecla's role will grow in a clean energy future. The Company believes it will meet previously disclosed guidance on future production, sales, total cost of sales, cash costs, after by-product credits, AISC, after by-product credits and cash flows as well as estimated spending on capital, exploration and pre-development.
Positive Outlook
- Lucky Friday mine may exceed 1 million ounces of quarterly silver production for the remainder of 2022
- Demand for silver is expected to grow in the transition to a green economy
- Hecla's role will grow in a clean energy future
- Company believes it will meet previously disclosed guidance on future production
- Company believes it will meet previously disclosed guidance on future sales
Challenges Ahead
- Gold, silver and other metals price volatility
- Operating risks
- Currency fluctuations
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