GENERAL3 Oct 2026
Diesel boom lifts Reliance and Nayara, leaves state-run OMCs bleeding
Private refiners like Reliance and Nayara are earning well from diesel exports. State-run oil marketing companies, or OMCs, are losing money because pump prices are controlled while domestic demand keeps rising. As of September, these OMCs were losing ₹530 crore a day on petrol, diesel and LPG sales. If your business buys fuel, watch pump prices and your transport costs closely this quarter.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Private refiners are cashing in on export margins, especially from diesel.
- State-run OMCs are absorbing losses from controlled pump prices and rising domestic demand.
- As of September, state-run OMCs were incurring losses of ₹530 crore a day on petrol, diesel and LPG sales.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If fuel is a big cost for your business, review your transport and logistics budget now and keep an eye on pump price changes, since your fuel bill may vary.
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TaxQue News Desk
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