Hecla Mining Company Overview
Pro stress-test →Hecla Mining Company is the largest silver producer in the United States and Canada, and a leading U.S. critical mineral producer founded in 1891. The company operates mines in Alaska, Idaho, Quebec, Canada, and Yukon Territory. Silver production in 2025 reached 17.0 million ounces, exceeding 2024 production by over 5%.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →Hecla's inclusion in the S&P MidCap 400 reflects strong performance, operational scale, and consistent execution across its portfolio of silver and gold operations. In 2026, the company plans to invest nearly double the 2025 investment in exploration and pre-development, focused on Nevada, Greens Creek, Keno Hill and Lucky Friday, with the goal of replacing or exceeding annual reserve depletion. Hecla has agreed to sell its Casa Berardi subsidiary to Orezone Gold for up to $593 million, including $160M cash at closing and ~65.7M Orezone shares, to refocus on its core silver portfolio.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Hecla is the largest silver producer in the United States and Canada. Key competitors include other major precious metals producers such as Avino Silver and Gold Mines, McEwen Mining, and Perpetua Resources. Hecla positions itself as a premier silver producer, emphasizing operational efficiency, grade improvements and disciplined capital allocation across its portfolio of underground operations.
Industry Context
Hecla Mining Company operates in Precious Metals Mining - Silver & Gold Production.
Key facts
Founded: 1891 · Headquarters: Coeur d'Alene, US