Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (IN:BPCL)
:BPCL
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BPCL Stock Chart & Stats
₹312.05
-₹5.90(-2.06%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
₹312.05
-₹5.90(-2.06%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range₹266.55 - ₹391.85
Previous CloseN/A
Volume4.13M
Average Volume (3M)327.79K
Market Cap
₹1.25T
Enterprise Value₹1.66T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)₹174.30B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)₹529.67B
Price to Earnings (P/E)4.8
Beta1.20
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
-16.27Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.73%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)49.69
Shares Outstanding4,338,469,000
10 Day Avg. Volume205,514
30 Day Avg. Volume327,792
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.05
Price to Book (P/B)1.20
Price to Sales (P/S)0.26
P/FCF Ratio3.93
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
₹360.00Price Target Upside15.37% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)23.72
Revenue Forecast (FY)₹5.26T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Integrated Downstream Model & Retail NetworkBPCL’s integrated refining-to-retail model and extensive fuel-station network enable capture of refining spreads and retail margins, diversify revenue across product lines and channels, and provide durable distribution reach that supports volume resilience and market share over economic cycles.
Improving Balance-sheet LeverageMaterial reduction in leverage (debt-to-equity ~0.54x) improves financial flexibility for capex, refinery maintenance and dividend policy, lowers refinancing risk and strengthens the company's ability to withstand cyclical downturns in refining margins.
Strong Cash Generation And Free Cash FlowSignificant operating and free cash flow growth provides internal funding for capital expenditure, working capital needs and shareholder distributions, increases resilience to margin volatility and supports reinvestment in refinery upgrades and retail expansion over the medium term.
Bears Say
Cyclical Volatility In Margins And Cash ConversionBPCL’s earnings and cash conversion remain sensitive to crude-product spreads and refining cycles; persistent margin swings can quickly erode profitability and cash flows, complicating multi-year planning, capital allocation and exposing returns to commodity price moves.
Modest And Uneven Revenue GrowthLimited top-line growth suggests BPCL’s core market is mature and volume expansion is constrained; without structural demand growth or material product diversification, revenue gains depend on cyclical market conditions and market share shifts, limiting predictable long-term growth.
Historic Profitability SwingsWide swings in net margin and ROE across recent years show earnings volatility tied to external prices; such variability reduces predictability of returns, complicates sustainable payout and investment policies, and can stress stakeholder confidence during down cycles.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited News
BPCL FAQ
What was Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited lowest stock price was ₹266.55 and its highest was ₹391.85 in the past 12 months.
What is Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s market cap?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s market cap is ₹1.25T.
When is Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 56 days.
How were Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited released its earnings results on May 19, 2026. The company reported ₹7.47 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ₹10.058 by -₹2.588.
Is Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited pay dividends?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited pays a Quarterly dividend of ₹10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.73%. See more information on Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited dividends here
What is Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s EPS estimate?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s EPS estimate is -16.27.
How many shares outstanding does Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited have?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited has 4,338,469,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited reported an EPS of ₹7.47 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ₹10.058. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.03%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IN:BPCL
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Company Description
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), an Indian energy conglomerate headquartered in Mumbai, traces its origins to 1952, operating initially as Bharat Refineries Limited before adopting its current name in August 1977. At its core, the company refines crude oil and distributes a broad spectrum of petroleum products throughout India. Its operations are structured into two principal divisions: Downstream Petroleum and Exploration and Production of Hydrocarbons. BPCL commands a vast retail network of 18,622 fuel stations, supplying petrol, diesel, automotive liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and compressed natural gas (CNG) to consumers. Beyond road transportation fuels, it delivers Bharatgas to approximately 80 million households and markets its comprehensive range of MAK lubricants, catering to both automotive (including engine oils, gear oils, and greases) and industrial requirements. The company is also a significant provider of jet fuel and ancillary services to airlines and operates strategically located oil refineries in Mumbai, Bina, and Kochi. Its diverse product offerings for industrial clients include white oil, black oil, bitumen, sulphur, petcoke, propylene, petrochemicals, and solvents, in addition to offering bunkering services. BPCL's upstream involvement encompasses participating interests in eighteen hydrocarbon blocks, with an equal division between domestic and international ventures. Furthermore, it engages in the import and export of petroleum products, manages a 2,596 km multi-product pipeline infrastructure, and is active in the natural gas sector.
BPCL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
₹360.00
▲(15.37% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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