Recent fuel price hikes have ignited debate over oil marketing companies’ (OMCs) profits amid the Middle East crisis. Despite a reported Rs 77,821 crore profit for FY26, a closer look reveals thin margins, past losses, and a lag in reflecting current crude price impacts. These profits are crucial for investments and national energy security. Recent fuel price hikes have ignited debate over oil marketing companies’ (OMCs) profits amid the Middle East crisis. Despite a reported Rs 77,821 crore profit for FY26, a closer look reveals thin margins, past losses, and a lag in reflecting current crude price impacts. These profits are crucial for investments and national energy security.
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