In the first half of 2016, Croatian oil company INA achieved net sales in the amount of 817.7 million euros, which is 32 % less than in the same period last year, while net profit fell more than 90 % as a result of falling oil and gas prices.
According to INA’s financial report, the company’s net profit amounted to 3.07 million euros, which is 93 % less than in the first half of 2015. Earning per share fell to just 0.31 euros compared to 4.38 euros a year ago. The operation of refining and marketing segment takes place in less stimulating environment and the average refining margin decreased by 38 %, highlighting the need for further optimization and adaptation to current market conditions. The decrease in gross refining margins was partially offset by positive business in retail segment, concluded the report.
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Tags: Croatia, financial, gas, INA, oil