Hecla Mining Completes Asset Sale, Redeems $263M Senior Notes to Strengthen Balance Sheet

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Hecla Mining completed a significant asset sale and is using the proceeds to redeem $263 million in senior notes, substantially strengthening its balance sheet and strategic focus.

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• Asset Sale Completed

  Hecla completed the sale of its Hecla Quebec Inc. subsidiary, receiving $160 million in cash and approximately 65.8 million Orezone common shares, with potential for up to $321 million in deferred and contingent payments.

• $263 Million Senior Notes Redemption

  The company delivered a notice to redeem its remaining $263 million 7.25% Senior Notes due 2028 on April 9, 2026, at par plus accrued interest, funded by the asset sale proceeds and cash on hand.

• Enhanced Financial Flexibility

  This deleveraging is expected to materially strengthen the balance sheet, enhance financial flexibility, and position Hecla to invest in strategic growth opportunities.

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Hecla Mining Company announced the completion of the sale of its Hecla Quebec Inc. subsidiary, receiving $160 million in cash and Orezone Gold shares, with potential for up to $321 million in additional contingent payments. Crucially, the company is utilizing these proceeds, along with cash on hand, to fully redeem its remaining $263 million 7.25% Senior Notes due 2028. This strategic move significantly deleverages the company, enhancing its financial flexibility and capacity for future growth investments, positioning it as a more focused North American silver producer.