Hochschild Mining PLC (GB:HOC)
LSE:HOC
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HOC Stock Chart & Stats
700.50 p
2.00 p(0.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
700.50 p
2.00 p(0.90%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range231.00 p - 858.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume39.28K
Average Volume (3M)2.55M
Market Cap
£2.79B
Enterprise Value4.29B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£320.02M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£344.11M
Price to Earnings (P/E)18.3
Beta1.32
Next Earnings
Aug 19, 2026EPS Estimate
0.32Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.31%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.40
Shares Outstanding514,458,440
10 Day Avg. Volume3,162,417
30 Day Avg. Volume2,548,852
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.16
Price to Book (P/B)4.92
Price to Sales (P/S)2.87
P/FCF Ratio16.21
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£767.86Price Target Upside9.62% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering8
EPS Forecast (FY)0.96
Revenue Forecast (FY)£1.83B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Profitability & MarginsMaterial margin expansion and higher revenue in 2025 indicate lasting operational improvements and stronger realized economics per tonne processed. Sustained higher margins and meaningful free cash flow provide durable capacity to fund sustaining capex, exploration, dividends or debt reduction, improving strategic optionality.
Strengthened Balance SheetLower leverage and a larger equity base enhance financial flexibility versus prior years. Improved debt metrics reduce refinancing and liquidity risk, giving the company more capacity to fund projects or weather commodity cycles without immediate external financing, supporting medium-term stability.
Turnaround In Cash GenerationThe shift from negative to robust free cash flow signals a structural recovery in operational cash generation. Reliable FCF enables internal funding for sustaining and growth capex, reduces dependence on markets for funding, and supports shareholder returns if the improvement persists across cycles.
Bears Say
Earnings Volatility & CyclicalityHistoric swings from losses to strong profits reflect inherent cyclicality in mining and sensitivity to grades, costs and metal prices. Such inconsistency complicates capital allocation and forecasting, making sustained dividend policies and long-term planning more uncertain for stakeholders.
Suboptimal Cash ConversionLower free cash flow relative to net income and OCF lagging EBITDA suggest working-capital swings or non-cash accruals temper cash conversion. Persistent weaker conversion constrains the company's ability to fund capex, reduce debt or maintain distributions during downturns, limiting resilience.
Commodity Price & Product Concentration RiskRevenue and margins are structurally sensitive to silver and gold price movements and production volumes. Limited product and revenue diversification means prolonged metal price weakness or production disruptions would materially depress cash flow and returns, increasing long-term earnings volatility.
Hochschild Mining News
HOC FAQ
What was Hochschild Mining PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hochschild Mining PLC lowest share price was 231.00 p and its highest was 858.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Hochschild Mining PLC’s market cap?
Hochschild Mining PLC’s market cap is £2.79B.
When is Hochschild Mining PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Hochschild Mining PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 19, 2026 which is in 73 days.
How were Hochschild Mining PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Hochschild Mining PLC released its earnings results on Mar 11, 2026. The company reported 0.215 p earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of 0.215 p by 0 p.
Is Hochschild Mining PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Hochschild Mining PLC’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Hochschild Mining PLC pay dividends?
Hochschild Mining PLC pays a Quarterly dividend of 3.685 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.31%. See more information on Hochschild Mining PLC dividends here
What is Hochschild Mining PLC’s EPS estimate?
Hochschild Mining PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.32.
How many shares outstanding does Hochschild Mining PLC have?
Hochschild Mining PLC has 514,458,440 shares outstanding.
What happened to Hochschild Mining PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Hochschild Mining PLC reported an EPS of 0.215 p in its last earnings report, expectations of 0.215 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.214%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hochschild Mining PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HOC
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Hochschild Mining Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
£767.86 (9.62% Upside)
£767.86 (9.62% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:HOC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth £1.7M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
78.39%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
29.48%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
21.77%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Hochschild Mining PLC
Hochschild Mining plc, a precious metals company, engages in the exploration, mining, processing, and sale of gold and silver in the Americas. It holds 100% interests in the Inmaculada gold/silver underground operation and Pallancata silver/gold property, which are located in the Department of Ayacucho in southern Peru. The company also holds a 51% interest in the San Jose silver/gold mine located in Argentina. In addition, it has a portfolio of projects located across Peru, Argentina, Mexico, United States, Canada, Brazil, and Chile. Further, the company is involved in the power generation and sales business. Hochschild Mining plc was founded in 1911 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.
HOC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
767.86 p
▲(9.62% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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