Refinery throughput (FY24)
39.33 MMT
+4.8% YoY
Highest-ever annual throughput; Q4 throughput was 10.36 MMT.
BPCL
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15 May 2024
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited — Q4 FY24
BPCL reported Q4 FY24 revenue of INR 132,085 crore and PAT of INR 4,224 crore, contributing to a record full-year net profit of INR 26,674 crore.
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BPCL reported Q4 FY24 revenue of INR 132,085 crore and PAT of INR 4,224 crore, contributing to a record full-year net profit of INR 26,674 crore. Refinery throughput hit an all-time high of 39.33 MMT, with GRM of $12.48/bbl (premium to Singapore) driven by Russian crude sourcing (39% of imports) and high diesel yield. Marketing sales grew 2.09% QoQ, with retail market share gains in petrol (29.6%) and diesel (29.8%). Management guided for INR 1.7 lakh crore capex over five years, including Bina refinery expansion to 45 MMT by FY29, 4,000 new retail outlets, and 10 GW renewable capacity by 2040. Risks include moderation of Russian crude discounts (now $3-6/bbl vs $8-10 last year) and potential volatility in product cracks.
बीपीसीएल ने चौथी तिमाही में 1,32,085 करोड़ रुपये की कमाई और 4,224 करोड़ रुपये का मुनाफा कमाया। पूरे साल का कुल मुनाफा 26,674 करोड़ रुपये रहा, जो अब तक का सबसे ज्यादा है। कंपनी ने रिकॉर्ड 39.33 मिलियन टन तेल प्रोसेस किया। रूस से सस्ता तेल खरीदने (कुल आयात का 39%) और डीजल ज्यादा बनाने से मुनाफा बढ़ा। पेट्रोल और डीजल की बिक्री में बाजार हिस्सेदारी बढ़ी। कंपनी अगले पांच साल में 1.7 लाख करोड़ रुपये खर्च करेगी - रिफाइनरी बढ़ाने, 4,000 नए पेट्रोल पंप खोलने और 2040 तक 10 गीगावॉट सौर-पवन बिजली बनाने पर। जोखिम: रूसी तेल पर छूट घट रही है (पहले 8-10 डॉलर थी, अब 3-6 डॉलर प्रति बैरल) और तेल उत्पादों की कीमतों में उतार-चढ़ाव हो सकता है।
Key Numbers
GRM (Q4 FY24)
$12.48/bbl
-$5.66/bbl YoY
Premium to Singapore GRM; full-year GRM was $14.14/bbl.
Russian crude share of imports
39%
flat YoY
Procured 39% of imported crude from Russia in FY24; similar levels expected in FY25.
EV charging stations
3,135
+2,445 stations YoY
Plan to reach 7,000 stations by FY25; includes battery swapping.
What Changed vs Last Quarter
NEW
Refining capacity expansion to 45 MMT by FY29
Brownfield expansion of Bina Refinery and debottlenecking of existing refineries to increase capacity from current levels to 45 MMT per annum by FY 2029.
NEW
FY25 capex target of INR 15,000-16,000 crore
Breakdown: INR 4,200 crore for refinery/petchem, INR 7,000 crore for marketing (including CGD), and INR 2,000-2,500 crore for BPRL equity infusion.
NEW
Add 4,000 new retail outlets by FY29
Plan to expand network from 22,000 to 26,000 outlets; FY25 target is 1,300 new outlets.
UPDATED
Capex of INR 1.7 lakh crore over five years (FY24-29)
Planned investments include INR 75,000 crore for refineries/petchem, INR 20,000 crore for marketing, INR 25,000 crore for gas, INR 10,000 crore for green energy, and INR 32,000 crore for upstream.
DROPPED
Rights issue to be completed by March 2024
Board approved rights issue; management aims to complete within current financial year (FY24).
DROPPED
Mozambique LNG restart by mid-2024
Force majeure expected to be lifted around June/July 2024; work to commence shortly after.
DROPPED
Petrol demand growth 4-5%, diesel 1.5-2% over 5 years
Management expects MS growth of 4-5% and HSD growth of 1.5-2% CAGR over next 5 years despite EV adoption.
NEW RISK
Moderation of Russian crude discounts
Discounts on Russian crude have narrowed from $8-10/bbl last year to $3-6/bbl currently, potentially compressing GRM premiums.
NEW RISK
Volatility in product cracks
International product cracks have fallen significantly in Q4, and management noted that further moderation could impact refining margins.
NEW RISK
Geopolitical and sanctions risk on Russian crude supply
Ongoing sanctions and payment issues cause intermittent delays in Russian crude deliveries; supply continuity is uncertain.
NEW RISK
Brazil impairment and legal risk
INR 1,798 crore impairment on BMC-30 block in Brazil due to adverse arbitration; appeal filed but outcome uncertain.
RISK GONE
Crude price volatility and marketing margins
Crude oil prices range-bound $80-90/bbl; marketing margins could turn negative if prices spike above $85/bbl.
RISK GONE
Petchem margins under pressure from Chinese demand
Polypropylene margins remain negative due to weak Chinese demand; recovery uncertain.
RISK GONE
Red Sea disruptions impacting crude sourcing
While currently covered till April, prolonged Red Sea tensions could raise shipping costs and narrow Russian crude discounts.
RISK GONE
High capex may strain balance sheet
Peak debt-equity expected at 1x; returns from large projects (Bina, Mozambique) will take 4-5 years to materialize.
🤫 Topics management stopped discussing
Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24, Q3 FY24
Crude oil prices range-bound $80-90/bbl; marketing margins could turn negative if prices spike above $85/bbl.
Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24
BPCL aims to add 500 CNG facilities at existing retail outlets by the end of FY24.
Mentioned in Q1 FY24, Q2 FY24
The project remains under force majeure; cost escalation and timeline delays are likely, with potential impact on BPCL's E&P capex.
Management Guidance
Refining capacity expansion to 45 MMT by FY29
Brownfield expansion of Bina Refinery and debottlenecking of existing refineries to increase capacity from current levels to 45 MMT per annum by FY 2029.
Management guidance expansionCapex of INR 1.7 lakh crore over five years (FY24-29)
Planned investments include INR 75,000 crore for refineries/petchem, INR 20,000 crore for marketing, INR 25,000 crore for gas, INR 10,000 crore for green energy, and INR 32,000 crore for upstream.
Management guidance capexFY25 capex target of INR 15,000-16,000 crore
Breakdown: INR 4,200 crore for refinery/petchem, INR 7,000 crore for marketing (including CGD), and INR 2,000-2,500 crore for BPRL equity infusion.
Management guidance capexAdd 4,000 new retail outlets by FY29
Plan to expand network from 22,000 to 26,000 outlets; FY25 target is 1,300 new outlets.
Management guidance expansionKey Risks
Moderation of Russian crude discounts
Discounts on Russian crude have narrowed from $8-10/bbl last year to $3-6/bbl currently, potentially compressing GRM premiums.
medium · analyst_questionVolatility in product cracks
International product cracks have fallen significantly in Q4, and management noted that further moderation could impact refining margins.
medium · management_commentaryGeopolitical and sanctions risk on Russian crude supply
Ongoing sanctions and payment issues cause intermittent delays in Russian crude deliveries; supply continuity is uncertain.
high · analyst_questionBrazil impairment and legal risk
INR 1,798 crore impairment on BMC-30 block in Brazil due to adverse arbitration; appeal filed but outcome uncertain.
medium · management_commentaryNotable Quotes
We are very hopeful that it will restart during this year.
As long as crude prices are hovering at $80-$85 range, we are comfortable even at this pricing.
We are expecting moderated discounts only, not a very aggressive discount for Russian oils.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Bharat Petroleum Corporation's revenue in Q4 FY24?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation reported revenue of ₹1,32,085 Cr in Q4 FY24, representing a — change compared to the same quarter last year.
What guidance did Bharat Petroleum Corporation management give for FY25?
Refining capacity expansion to 45 MMT by FY29: Brownfield expansion of Bina Refinery and debottlenecking of existing refineries to increase capacity from current levels to 45 MMT per annum by FY 2029. Capex of INR 1.7 lakh crore over five years (FY24-29): Planned investments include INR 75,000 crore for refineries/petchem, INR 20,000 crore for marketing, INR 25,000 crore for gas, INR 10,000 crore for green energy, and INR 32,000 crore for upstream. FY25 capex target of INR 15,000-16,000 crore: Breakdown: INR 4,200 crore for refinery/petchem, INR 7,000 crore for marketing (including CGD), and INR 2,000-2,500 crore for BPRL equity infusion. Add 4,000 new retail outlets by FY29: Plan to expand network from 22,000 to 26,000 outlets; FY25 target is 1,300 new outlets.
What are the key risks for Bharat Petroleum Corporation in FY25?
Key risks include Moderation of Russian crude discounts — Discounts on Russian crude have narrowed from $8-10/bbl last year to $3-6/bbl currently, potentially compressing GRM premiums.; Volatility in product cracks — International product cracks have fallen significantly in Q4, and management noted that further moderation could impact refining margins.; Geopolitical and sanctions risk on Russian crude supply — Ongoing sanctions and payment issues cause intermittent delays in Russian crude deliveries; supply continuity is uncertain.; Brazil impairment and legal risk — INR 1,798 crore impairment on BMC-30 block in Brazil due to adverse arbitration; appeal filed but outcome uncertain..
Did Bharat Petroleum Corporation meet its previous quarter's guidance?
Of 2 tracked promises, management 0 met, 0 close, 2 missed.
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