Petronet LNG Shares Plummet Amid Middle East Conflict Disruptions

Shares of Petronet LNG Ltd fell over 9% as Qatar halted LNG production due to attacks, disrupting India's supplies. India's LNG imports face a 40% cut, affecting key industries. A force majeure notice has been issued as the Strait of Hormuz is currently closed for secure passage.

Petronet LNG Ltd shares nosedived more than 9% on Wednesday due to Qatar halting liquefied natural gas (LNG) production amid geopolitical tensions in West Asia, affecting supplies to India.

The disruption means India, reliant on Qatar for a substantial portion of its gas needs through long-term contracts, faces a temporary 40% supply reduction impacting various industrial sectors and city gas distribution companies.

With the Strait of Hormuz nearly shut down, Petronet issued a force majeure notice to QatarEnergy, detailing the inability to transit LNG tankers due to safety concerns, highlighting the significant impact of regional hostilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)