Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (IN: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
₹1.34T
Enterprise Value₹1.75T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)₹174.30B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)₹529.67B
Price to Earnings (P/E)5.7
Beta1.20
Next Earnings
May 27, 2026EPS Estimate
9.04Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.73%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)17.66
Shares Outstanding4,338,469,000
10 Day Avg. Volume205,514
30 Day Avg. Volume327,792
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.18
Price to Book (P/B)1.49
Price to Sales (P/S)0.28
P/FCF Ratio14.25
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
₹393.33Price Target Upside26.05% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)38.85
Revenue Forecast (FY)₹4.67T
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cash GenerationConsistent operating cash flow and repeated positive free cash flow provide durable internal funding for maintenance capex, dividends and debt servicing. That strengthens financial flexibility through commodity cycles and supports long-term operations and strategic investments without over-reliance on external financing.
Refining & Retail FootprintA nationwide refining and retail network secures distribution reach and diversified end-markets (transport fuel, LPG, ATF). Vertical integration from refining to retail stabilizes margins over time, offers captive demand, and creates competitive barriers that support durable revenue streams and market position.
Operational ResilienceStable EBIT/EBITDA margins indicate effective refinery operations and cost control, helping earnings withstand volatile crude and product spreads. Margin stability underpins steady cash generation and makes long-term planning and capital allocation more dependable despite top-line volatility.
Bears Say
Revenue DeclineA multi-year decline in total revenue reduces scale economics and can pressure unit margins and free cash flow. If sustained, it limits reinvestment capacity and constrains growth initiatives, making recovery dependent on either volume restoration or structural improvements to product spreads.
Significant Debt LevelsMaterial absolute debt raises interest and refinancing exposure, reducing financial flexibility during downturns. In a cyclical oil environment, higher leverage can force trade-offs between capex, dividends and debt reduction, increasing vulnerability to margin compressions or cash-flow volatility.
Margin VariabilityVolatile gross and net margins show sensitivity to crude/product crack spreads and potential limits in pricing pass-through. Persistent margin variability undermines earnings predictability, complicates capital allocation and raises the risk that shortfalls in one cycle cannot be fully offset by operational levers.
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 ₹1.34T.
When is Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is May 27, 2026 which is in 29 days.
How were Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited released its earnings results on Jan 23, 2026. The company reported ₹17.66 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of ₹16.023 by ₹1.637.
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 ₹7.5 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 9.04.
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 ₹17.66 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of ₹16.023. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.37%.
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 refines crude oil and markets petroleum products in India. The company operates through two segments, Downstream Petroleum; and Exploration and Production of Hydrocarbons. It operates fuel stations that sell petrol, diesel, automotive liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and compressed natural gas. The company operates a network of 18,622 fuel stations. It also provides Bharatgas fuels to approximately 8 crore households; MAK lubricants, such as automotive engine oils, gear oils, greases, and specialties, as well as industrial lubricants; and jet fuel and services to airlines, as well as operates oil refineries in Mumbai, Bina, and Kochi. In addition, the company offers industrial fuels products, such as white oil, black oil, bitumen, sulphur, petcoke, propylene, petchem, and solvents products; and bunkering facilities. Further, it has participating interests in eighteen blocks, including nine blocks in India and nine blocks in other countries; imports and exports petroleum products; and owns a network of 2,596 km of multi-product pipelines, as well as engages in the natural gas business. The company was formerly known as Bharat Refineries Limited and changed its name to Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited in August 1977. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited was incorporated in 1952 and is based in Mumbai, India.
BPCL Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
₹393.33
▲(26.05% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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