Petronet LNG's Q4 FY 2025-26 Quarterly Results

Result Summary

• Petronet LNG Ltd reported a 15.3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) decrease in its consolidated revenues for the quarter-ended Mar (Q4 FY 2025-26). On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, it witnessed a decline of 22.9%.
• Its expenses for the quarter were down by 17.2% QoQ and 24.6% YoY.
• The net profit increased 57.6% QoQ and increased 25.2% YoY.
• The earnings per share (EPS) of Petronet LNG Ltd stood at 9.14 during Q4 FY 2025-26.

Financial Statments for Q4 FY 2025-26

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Company Overview

Petronet LNG Ltd is a prominent player in the energy sector, primarily involved in the import and regasification of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). The company operates within the broader natural gas industry, facilitating the supply of natural gas to a variety of industrial and residential consumers in India. Petronet LNG Ltd was established as a joint venture by the Government of India to meet the demand for natural gas in the country. It operates key terminals in Dahej and Kochi, which are critical for the company's LNG import and processing capabilities. As of the latest available data, there have been no major public announcements regarding significant developments or changes in the company's operational strategy or business model.

Revenue

In the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2026 (Q4FY26), Petronet LNG Ltd reported a total income of ₹9642.30 crores. This represents a decrease of 15.3% from the previous quarter (Q3FY26) where the total income was ₹11377.38 crores. Compared to the same quarter in the prior year (Q4FY25), where total income was ₹12513.15 crores, there is a year-over-year decline of 22.9%. The financial data reflects a downward trend in revenue generation over both the quarterly and annual periods, indicating changes in market conditions or business performance during these times.

Profitability

During Q4FY26, Petronet LNG Ltd's profit before tax was ₹1794.39 crores, marking a significant increase of 57.3% compared to Q3FY26, where the profit before tax was ₹1141.00 crores. On a year-over-year basis, there was a 24.3% increase from Q4FY25's profit before tax of ₹1443.11 crores. The profit after tax for Q4FY26 was ₹1370.74 crores, which also increased significantly by 57.6% from the previous quarter and by 25.2% from the same quarter of the previous year. This improvement in profitability, despite declining revenues, suggests efficient cost management or other strategic factors contributing to the bottom line. The earnings per share in Q4FY26 stood at ₹9.14, reflecting the same percentage increases in both QoQ and YoY comparisons.

Operating Metrics

Total expenses for Petronet LNG Ltd in Q4FY26 amounted to ₹8343.70 crores, which represents a decrease of 17.2% from Q3FY26's total expenses of ₹10077.85 crores. On a year-over-year basis, there was a 24.6% decrease from the expenses reported in Q4FY25, which were ₹11070.04 crores. The tax expense for the quarter was ₹456.80 crores, indicating a 54.6% increase from the previous quarter and a 21.6% increase from the same quarter last year. These changes in operating costs and tax expenses have played a crucial role in shaping the overall financial performance for the quarter.