NTPC Faces 8% YoY Profit Drop in Q2 Amid Higher Costs

NTPC reported an 8% year on year drop in Q2 net profit, missing analysts’ estimates despite a 15% increase in sales. Higher operational costs and increasing fuel prices have impacted margins, even as power demand saw steady growth. The company’s ability to manage rising expenses remains a concern as the utility sector faces mounting pressure from higher input costs and a challenging operating environment.