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West Asia war slashes bulk diesel sales as buyers rush to cheaper retail pumps
Economy
Published on 30 April 2026
Big buyers are buying retail as the price gap widens
The West Asia war is reshaping diesel demand, cutting bulk sales to oil companies by 30-50% as large customers switch to buying from retail pumps. With retail diesel priced about ₹50 per litre cheaper, the shift is deepening losses for oil marketing companies, though state transport corporations remain exempt from higher bulk pricing. The widening gap is driving even more customers to seek alternatives.
- Bulk diesel sales to major buyers fell 30-50% amid the conflict shock
- Large customers are shifting to retail pumps for lower prices
- Diesel from retail pumps is roughly ₹50 per litre cheaper
- OMCs face extended losses, while state transport firms are exempt
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