BPCL's Q1 FY26 shows a modest sales dip, a profit surge, higher margins, and increased throughput overall.

• Net sales fell 0.5% YoY to Rs 1,12,514.65 crore; profit before tax doubled this quarter.
• Total expenses dropped 1.9% YoY; material costs fell 8.8%, and employee benefits rose 15.4% during the period.
• Refinery throughput grew 3.07% to 10.42 MMT; operating margin improved to 5.72% YoY in Q1.