Record-Breaking Financial Performance
Hecla Mining Company reported record quarterly revenue of $410 million, net income of $101 million, and adjusted EBITDA of $196 million, demonstrating strong financial performance and effective business model execution.
Significant Reduction in Net Leverage
Net leverage improved significantly from 1.8x to 0.3x in a single year, marking an 83% reduction, primarily due to debt repayment and strong cash flow generation, enhancing the company's financial flexibility.
Positive Free Cash Flow Across All Assets
All four producing assets, Greens Creek, Lucky Friday, Casa Berardi, and Keno Hill, generated positive free cash flow for the second consecutive quarter, totaling $90 million.
Impressive Silver Production and Cost Management
Silver production increased to 4.6 million ounces, with cash costs at negative $2.03 per ounce and all-in sustaining costs at $11.01, indicating strong operational efficiency.
Strong Performance at Greens Creek
Greens Creek led free cash flow generation with nearly $75 million, owing to strong operational performance and cost management, reaffirming its status as a premier silver mine.