HL (Hecla Mining Co) GF Value Rank: 3 (As of Jul. 22, 2026) — 25% Below Median

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HL Hecla Mining Co HL
67 GF Score
Price $15.69
GF Value $9.66
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Hecla Mining Co GF Value Rank?

Hecla Mining Co HL +2.62% 67 GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 22, 2026, which is 25% below its 10-year median of 4.00. GuruFocus rates HL with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $9.66 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review.

Hecla Mining Co has the GF Value Rank of 3.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

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Hecla Mining Co GF Value Rank Related Terms

HL vs SIND, MUX, LODE: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Other Precious Metals & Mining subindustry, Hecla Mining Co's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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 GF Value Rank vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, Hecla Mining Co's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hecla Mining Co's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 3 mean?
Hecla Mining Co (HL) has a GF Value Rank of 3 as of Jul. 22, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Hecla Mining Co and its competitors. This is 25% below median its historical median of 4.00. Over the past decade, Hecla Mining Co's GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is Hecla Mining Co's GF Value Rank too high?
Hecla Mining Co's current GF Value Rank of 3 is 25% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. 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 GF Value Rank compare to SIND and MUX?
Hecla Mining Co's GF Value Rank of 3 can be compared against companies in the Metals & Mining industry. Historically, Hecla Mining Co's own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Metals & Mining company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Metals & Mining industry context. However, GF Value Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Hecla Mining Co and its competitors. Hecla Mining Co's current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 4.00. 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 (HL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $9.66, compared to a current price of $15.69 — trading 62.4% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 3, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 4.00. 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 GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hecla Mining Co (HL), the current GF Value Rank is 3 as of Jul. 22, 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 (HL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hecla Mining Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $15.69 is trading 62.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $9.66. GuruFocus considers Hecla Mining Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HL:

  • GF Value Rank: 3 (25% below median its 10-year median of 4.00)
  • GF Value™: $9.66 vs. price of $15.69 (62.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 1 warning sign

No single metric tells the full story. See the HL 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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