HL Breaks Resistance Amid Precious Metals Rally

$Hecla Mining(HL)$

Hecla Mining Company (HL) Soars +12.57%: Silver Giant Breaks Resistance, Sets New 52-Week High at $19.68

Latest Close Data

HL closed at $19.35 on December 12, 2025, surging +12.57% (+$2.16) from previous close of $17.19.

The stock hit a new 52-week high of $19.68, representing a remarkable 341% gain from its 52-week low of $4.46.

Core Market Drivers

Precious metals sector momentum continues as silver prices strengthen amid inflation hedge demand.

Hecla's robust Q3 performance and expanding production capacity at Casa Berardi and Greens Creek operations fuel investor confidence.

The company's diversified mining portfolio positions it well for the current precious metals rally.

Technical Analysis

Volume surged to 34.34M shares (2.07x average), confirming strong institutional interest.
RSI(6) reached 78.86, indicating overbought conditions but still within bullish momentum territory.
MACD showed strengthening bullish divergence with DIF at 1.131 and positive histogram of 0.369, signaling continued upward momentum despite elevated levels.

Key Price Levels

Primary Support: $17.21 (recent resistance turned support)
Strong Resistance: $20.00 (psychological level)
Immediate Pivot: $19.68 (today's high, new 52-week peak)

Valuation Perspective

Trading at P/E ratio of 62.5x (TTM) and P/S ratio of 10.59x, HL commands premium valuation reflecting growth expectations.

Forward P/E of 47.10 suggests earnings acceleration anticipated, though significantly above mining sector average of 15-20x.

Analyst Targets

10 analysts maintain coverage with average target of $14.85 (range: $10.00-$19.00). Current price exceeds consensus by 30%, with 4 Buy ratings, 5 Hold, and 1 Underperform recommendation.

Weekly Outlook

Expect consolidation between $18.50-$20.50 range as stock digests recent gains. RSI cooling from overbought levels could trigger healthy pullback.

Break above $20.00 targets $22-$24 zone, while failure to hold $18.00 support may signal deeper correction to $16.50-$17.00.

Risk Disclaimer

This analysis is for informational purposes only and not investment advice. Mining stocks carry high volatility risks. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.

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