BPCL Reports Highest Ever Half-Yearly Profit of Rs 19,052 Crore
In a significant achievement, BPCL (Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited), a public sector giant, has announced its highest ever half-yearly profit of Rs 19,052 crore. The company’s standalone revenue from operations for the quarter July-September 2023 stood at Rs 1,16,594 crore, compared to Rs 1,28,333 crore in the same quarter of the previous year.
The remarkable turnaround for BPCL can be seen in its standalone net profit for the second quarter of FY 23-24, which reached Rs 8,501 crore, as compared to a loss of Rs 304 crores in Q2 FY22-23.
Analyzing the financial results, several major highlights emerge. The company’s gross refining margin (GRM) for the period April-September 2023 was $15.42/bbl, showing a decline from $22.30/bbl in the corresponding comparative period. However, this reduction in GRM must be viewed in light of the impact of Special Additional Excise Duty and Road & Infrastructure Cess, which were levied starting from July 1st, 2022.
Another remarkable achievement for BPCL is its standalone EBITDA for Q2 FY 23-24, which reached Rs 13,679.21 crore, a significant increase from Rs 1,991.41 crore in Q2 FY 22-23. The EBITDA margin for Q2 FY 23-24 also showed substantial growth, rising from 1.55 per cent to 11.73 per cent.
Furthermore, the debt-equity ratio as of September 30, 2023, was recorded at 0.32x, compared to 1.10x as of September 30, 2022, indicating a strong financial position for BPCL.
In terms of physical performance, BPCL witnessed an increase in throughput, reaching 9.35 MMT in the current quarter compared to 8.82 MMT in Q2 of FY 22-23. Market sales also experienced growth, with 12.19 MMT in Q2 FY 23-24, compared to 11.44 MMT in Q2 of FY 22-23. Overall, sales demonstrated a growth rate of 6.56 per cent.
Looking at the cumulative performance for April to September 2023, the throughput reached 19.71 MMT, indicating an increase from 18.51 MMT in the comparative period. Market sales for the same period rose to 24.94 MMT from 23.20 MMT, showing a significant growth rate of 7.50 per cent.
BPCL’s financial results showcase its strong performance and strategic decision-making. With its highest ever half-yearly profit and noteworthy improvements in various financial indicators, the company strengthens its position as a leader in the oil and gas sector.