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Hochschild Mining plc

HOC.L|Basic Materials|Other Precious Metals & Mining|£5.44|P/E 18.8|MCap 273.2B|LSE

Last update: Mar 23, 2026 at 13:52

About Hochschild Mining plc

Hochschild Mining plc is a leading precious metals company specializing in the exploration, mining, processing, and sale of silver and gold across the Americas. With over 50 years of experience in epithermal vein deposits, it operates key underground mines including Inmaculada in southern Peru and San Jose in southern Argentina, alongside the open-pit Mara Rosa gold mine in Goiás, Brazil. The company maintains a robust pipeline of long-term exploration and development projects, emphasizing discovery in premium precious metal districts and efficient project execution in challenging terrains like high altitudes and remote locations. Hochschild Mining plc prioritizes responsible mining through innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, incorporating progressive, final, and post-closure plans. In 2024, it produced 347,370 attributable gold equivalent ounces, targeting 291,000-319,000 ounces in 2025. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, with a registered office in London, the company, incorporated in 2006, focuses on operational excellence, resource replacement, and technological advances to support its production stages from exploration to closure, fostering long-term value in the global mining sector.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.14%

Annual Dividend

£0.01

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

7.60%

FCF Payout Ratio

15.17%

Stock Price

£5.44

52-Week Range

£2.31 £8.49

Dividend Health Score

73/ 100Safe

HOC.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 7.6% earnings payout ratio and 15.2% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1.0x current ratio and Volatile profit margin stability.

Based on 13 of 14 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
7.6%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
15.2%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
N/AN/A
Interest Coverage
9.2xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
13.5%Safe
Current Ratio
1.0xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
39.7Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
31.6%Very Safe
Operating Margin
33.5%Very Safe
Gross Margin
36.1%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Caution
Dividend Streak
8+ yrsSafe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-5.9%Danger
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

HOC.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

HOC.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 7, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-14.76%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-5.92%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

-38.07%

5-Year Total Growth

-26.28%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£544.00

Annual Income

£0.74

Quarterly Income

£0.19

Monthly Income

£0.06

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HOC.L's current dividend yield?
Hochschild Mining plc (HOC.L) currently has a dividend yield of 0.14%, based on a stock price of £5.44 and an annual dividend of £0.01.
When is HOC.L's next dividend payment date?
HOC.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-07 and the next payment date is null. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does HOC.L pay in dividends per year?
Hochschild Mining plc paid £0.02 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has HOC.L been increasing its dividend?
Hochschild Mining plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -5.92%.
Is HOC.L's dividend safe?
Hochschild Mining plc has a payout ratio of 7.60%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 15.17%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is HOC.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Hochschild Mining plc's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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