HECLA MINING CO/DE/ 8-K

What Happened

• On February 13, 2026, Hecla Mining Company (HL) filed an 8-K under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure) to announce a news release describing certain exploration activities during the fourth quarter of 2025 and reporting reserve and resource estimates as of December 31, 2025. The news release is attached to the filing as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference.

Key Details

• Filing date: February 13, 2026 (8-K, Item 7.01 — Regulation FD Disclosure).
• Coverage: exploration activities in Q4 2025 and updated reserve and resource estimates as of December 31, 2025.
• Exhibit: News release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the Current Report.
• The filing references cautionary statements to investors on reserves and resources in accordance with Form 8‑K instructions.

Why It Matters

• Updated reserve and resource estimates and recent exploration results are material inputs for assessing Hecla’s future production potential and asset value; investors should review the attached news release for the specific figures and technical details.
• Because this was furnished under Regulation FD, the information was broadly disclosed to the market; investors relying on Hecla’s outlook should read the exhibit and any accompanying cautionary statements before drawing conclusions.