Risk factor
Very vulnerable to price shocks
Profitability factor
Strong margins and returns
About
Hochschild Mining plc is a prominent player in the precious metals sector, engaged in the full lifecycle of gold and silver production, from discovering new deposits to mining, processing, and commercializing these valuable commodities across the Americas. The company wholly owns two significant gold and silver operations situated in the Ayacucho Department of southern Peru: the Inmaculada underground mine (producing gold and silver) and the Pallancata property (yielding silver and gold). Furthermore, it holds a controlling 51% stake in Argentina's San Jose silver/gold mine. Beyond these active sites, Hochschild possesses a broad array of exploration and development projects spanning Peru, Argentina, Mexico, the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Chile. The firm also diversifies its business interests by participating in power generation and distribution. Established in 1911, Hochschild Mining plc maintains its corporate headquarters in London, United Kingdom.
Company Valuation
From both historical and forecast perspectives, the stock is fairly priced compared to similar stocks. In particular, the stock is reasonably priced on P/E, of fair value
Target Price
The average target price of HOC.L is 710 and suggests 10.8% upside potential. Usually, this means a HOLD recommendation among investment firms. This neutral recommendatio