Hecla Mining Co (FRA:HCL) EV-to-EBITDA: 11.42 (As of Aug. 07, 2026) — 24% Below Median

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FRA:HCL Hecla Mining Co FRA:HCL
67 GF Score
Price €14.11
GF Value €9.20
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Hecla Mining Co EV-to-EBITDA?

Hecla Mining Co FRA:HCL -2.86% 67 EV-to-EBITDA is 11.42 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 14.95. GuruFocus rates FRA:HCL with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of €9.20 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 697 Metals & Mining companies, Hecla Mining Co ranks worse than 53.8% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Hecla Mining Co's enterprise value is €8,810 Mil. Hecla Mining Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €771 Mil. Therefore, Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 11.42.

The historical rank and industry rank for Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:HCL' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.07   Med: 14.95   Max: 33.5
Current: 11.35

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Hecla Mining Co was 33.50. The lowest was 7.07. And the median was 14.95.

FRA:HCL's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
53.8% of 697 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 10.59 vs FRA:HCL: 11.35

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-07), Hecla Mining Co's stock price is €14.105. Hecla Mining Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.421. Therefore, Hecla Mining Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 33.50.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Hecla Mining Co  (FRA:HCL) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Hecla Mining Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=14.105/0.421
=33.50

Hecla Mining Co's share price for today is €14.105.
Hecla Mining Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.421.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Hecla Mining Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Hecla Mining Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Hecla Mining Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Hecla Mining Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Hecla Mining Co Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 13.37 17.13 18.70 14.94 11.02

FRA:HCL vs SIND, MUX, GORO: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Other Precious Metals & Mining subindustry, Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Hecla Mining Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Hecla Mining Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=8810.197/771.168
=11.42

Hecla Mining Co's current Enterprise Value is €8,810 Mil.
Hecla Mining Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €771 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.42 mean?
Hecla Mining Co (FRA:HCL) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 11.42 as of Aug. 07, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hecla Mining Co. This is 24% below median its historical median of 14.95. Over the past decade, Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.07 to 33.50. According to the industry distribution chart, Hecla Mining Co ranks #375 out of 697 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 53.8%.
Is Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Hecla Mining Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.42 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 14.95. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.07 to a high of 33.50. The Metals & Mining industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.59. Hecla Mining Co's value of 11.42 is 7.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hecla Mining Co ranks #375 out of 697 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Hecla Mining Co has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hecla Mining Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to SIND and MUX?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, Hecla Mining Co ranks #375 out of 697 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Hecla Mining Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.59. Hecla Mining Co's value of 11.42 is 7.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Hecla Mining Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.07 to 33.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.95 vs. the industry median of 10.59, Hecla Mining Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Metals & Mining company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Metals & Mining companies is 10.59, based on 697 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Hecla Mining Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 11.42 is 7.8% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Hecla Mining Co. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.59 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hecla Mining Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.42, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 14.95. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hecla Mining Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hecla Mining Co (FRA:HCL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €9.20, compared to a current price of €14.11 — trading 53.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.42, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 14.95 and 7.8% above the Metals & Mining industry median of 10.59. Hecla Mining Co's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hecla Mining Co (FRA:HCL), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 11.42 as of Aug. 07, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Hecla Mining Co (FRA:HCL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hecla Mining Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €14.11 is trading 53.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €9.20. GuruFocus considers Hecla Mining Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:HCL:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 11.42 (24% below median its 10-year median of 14.95)
  • GF Value™: €9.20 vs. price of €14.11 (53.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 7.8% above the Metals & Mining median (#375 of 697)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:HCL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hecla Mining Co Business Description

Address 6500 North Mineral Drive, Suite 200, Coeur d\'Alene, ID, USA, 83815-9408
Hecla Mining Co produces and explores silver, gold, zinc, and other metals. The operating business segments are Greens Creek, Lucky Friday, Keno Hill, and Casa Berardi. It generates maximum revenue from the Greens Creek segment. Geographically, It operates in Canada, the United States, and Mexico, and it derives a majority of its revenue from the United States.
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