Hecla Mining Co. (HL) Misses Q4 EPS by 1c, Offers FY12 Guidance
Hecla Mining Co. (NYSE: HL) reported Q4 EPS of $0.06, $0.01 worse than the analyst estimate of $0.07. Revenue for the quarter came in at $102.9 million versus the consensus estimate of $98.83 million.
Hecla reiterates its 2012 silver production estimate of approximately 7 million ounces, which excludes production from the Lucky Friday mine. Production at the Lucky Friday mine is expected to resume in early 2013. Total cash cost net of by-products is expected to be approximately between $1.00 to $2.00 per ounce at current metal prices.
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Hecla reiterates its 2012 silver production estimate of approximately 7 million ounces, which excludes production from the Lucky Friday mine. Production at the Lucky Friday mine is expected to resume in early 2013. Total cash cost net of by-products is expected to be approximately between $1.00 to $2.00 per ounce at current metal prices.
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