Hochschild Mining PLC (GB:HOC)
LSE:HOC
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HOC Stock Chart & Stats
700.50 p
2.00 p(0.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
700.50 p
2.00 p(0.90%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range231.00 p - 858.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume39.28K
Average Volume (3M)2.55M
Market Cap
£3.03B
Enterprise Value4.10B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£320.02M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£344.11M
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.0
Beta1.27
Next Earnings
Aug 19, 2026EPS Estimate
0.32Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.31%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.40
Shares Outstanding514,458,440
10 Day Avg. Volume3,162,417
30 Day Avg. Volume2,548,852
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.16
Price to Book (P/B)4.92
Price to Sales (P/S)2.87
P/FCF Ratio16.21
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£785.00Price Target Upside12.06% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)0.96
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.81B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved ProfitabilitySustained margin expansion and mid-teens revenue growth indicate stronger underlying earnings power and operational improvements. Higher gross and EBIT margins enhance the firm's ability to fund sustaining capex, exploration and dividends over the medium term, supporting capital allocation flexibility.
Stronger Cash GenerationMaterial positive free cash flow after prior deficits signals improved operational cash conversion and liquidity. Meaningful FCF provides durable capacity to invest, service debt and support shareholder returns, reducing reliance on external financing across upcoming cycles.
Improving Balance SheetLower leverage and a stronger equity base enhance financial resilience and lower refinancing risk. High ROE in the improved year reflects efficient capital use, enabling the company to pursue growth or de-lever while retaining capacity for investment in mines and sustaining operations.
Bears Say
Historical Earnings VolatilityThe company has shown pronounced cycle-driven swings including a recent net loss period, which undermines earnings predictability. Such volatility complicates multi-period planning, dividend sustainability and investor visibility, and raises execution risk when metal prices or grades weaken.
Suboptimal Cash ConversionSignificant gap between accounting earnings and cash generation suggests working-capital swings or non-cash items temper liquidity. Persistent conversion shortfalls reduce the durability of reported profits for debt servicing, capex funding and steady shareholder returns during weaker cycles.
Commodity And Production SensitivityStructural exposure to metal prices and mine production/grades makes revenue and margins highly cyclical. Long-term returns and cash flows depend on commodity markets and operational continuity, leaving the business vulnerable to prolonged price downturns or production interruptions.
Hochschild Mining News
HOC FAQ
What was Hochschild Mining PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hochschild Mining PLC lowest share price was 231.00 p and its highest was 858.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Hochschild Mining PLC’s market cap?
Hochschild Mining PLC’s market cap is £3.03B.
When is Hochschild Mining PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hochschild Mining PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 19, 2026 which is in 81 days.
How were Hochschild Mining PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Hochschild Mining PLC released its earnings results on Mar 11, 2026. The company reported 0.215 p earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of 0.215 p by 0 p.
Is Hochschild Mining PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hochschild Mining PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Hochschild Mining PLC pay dividends?
Hochschild Mining PLC pays a Quarterly dividend of 0.742 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.31%. See more information on Hochschild Mining PLC dividends here
What is Hochschild Mining PLC’s EPS estimate?
Hochschild Mining PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.32.
How many shares outstanding does Hochschild Mining PLC have?
Hochschild Mining PLC has 514,458,440 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hochschild Mining PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hochschild Mining PLC reported an EPS of 0.215 p in its last earnings report, expectations of 0.215 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.214%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hochschild Mining PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HOC
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Hochschild Mining Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£785.00 (12.06% Upside)
£785.00 (12.06% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:HOC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £1.7M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
78.39%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
29.48%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
21.77%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Hochschild Mining PLC
Hochschild Mining plc, a precious metals company, engages in the exploration, mining, processing, and sale of gold and silver in the Americas. It holds 100% interests in the Inmaculada gold/silver underground operation and Pallancata silver/gold property, which are located in the Department of Ayacucho in southern Peru. The company also holds a 51% interest in the San Jose silver/gold mine located in Argentina. In addition, it has a portfolio of projects located across Peru, Argentina, Mexico, United States, Canada, Brazil, and Chile. Further, the company is involved in the power generation and sales business. Hochschild Mining plc was founded in 1911 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.
HOC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
785.00 p
▲(12.06% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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