{"id":221396,"date":"2026-08-27T15:27:44","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T09:57:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=221396"},"modified":"2026-08-27T15:27:46","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T09:57:46","slug":"low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Low-Debt Pipes Stocks Worth Watching in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"meta-block\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"border-left: 4px solid #1F4E79; background: #EBF3FB; padding: 10px 16px; font-style: italic;\"><em>Supreme Industries D\/E 0.01 at Rs 3,600.80. Astral Ltd D\/E 0.06 at Rs 1,532.40. APL Apollo Tubes D\/E 0.09 at Rs 2,187.70. Data as of 27 Aug 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #F0F9FF; border-left: 4px solid #2E7D32; border-radius: 6px; padding: 14px 18px; margin: 18px 0;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #1f4e79; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Quick Answer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 8px 0 0;\">The four low-debt pipes stocks worth watching in 2026 are APL Apollo Tubes, Supreme Industries, Astral Ltd and Finolex Industries, each carrying a debt to equity ratio of 0.09 or below. India&#8217;s listed pipe and plastics manufacturers, spanning steel tubes and PVC or CPVC piping, generally run light balance sheets since raw material purchases are funded on relatively short credit cycles. All four post positive return on equity, with growth tied to real estate, plumbing and irrigation demand. A low debt to equity ratio reduces balance sheet risk, but polymer price volatility and real estate cycles still need separate scrutiny.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>India&#8217;s pipes and plastics sector, spanning steel tube manufacturing and PVC or CPVC piping for plumbing, irrigation and infrastructure, includes several companies with conservative balance sheets, and low-debt pipes stocks are a common pick for investors seeking exposure to the building materials cycle without high leverage risk. APL Apollo Tubes, Supreme Industries, Astral Ltd and Finolex Industries all carry a debt to equity ratio of 0.09 or below as of 27 August 2026, based on company filings.<\/p>\n<p>Pipe manufacturers with strong brand recall and wide dealer networks typically operate on relatively short working capital cycles, which limits their need for external borrowing even during periods of rapid capacity expansion. This article covers the four names, their key numbers, and what a low leverage profile means for someone evaluating pipes stocks for a long term portfolio.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/user\/log-in?utm_source=blogs&amp;utm_medium=lowdebt_pipes\"><strong>Click Here &#8211; Get Free Investment Predictions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#What_Counts_as_a_Low-Debt_Pipes_Stock\" title=\"What Counts as a Low-Debt Pipes Stock?\">What Counts as a Low-Debt Pipes Stock?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#4_Low-Debt_Pipes_Stocks_Worth_Watching_in_2026\" title=\"4 Low-Debt Pipes Stocks Worth Watching in 2026\">4 Low-Debt Pipes Stocks Worth Watching in 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#1_APL_Apollo_Tubes\" title=\"1. APL Apollo Tubes\">1. APL Apollo Tubes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#2_Supreme_Industries\" title=\"2. Supreme Industries\">2. Supreme Industries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#3_Astral_Ltd\" title=\"3. Astral Ltd\">3. Astral Ltd<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#4_Finolex_Industries\" title=\"4. Finolex Industries\">4. Finolex Industries<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Why_Low_Debt_Matters_for_Pipes_Sector_Investors\" title=\"Why Low Debt Matters for Pipes Sector Investors\">Why Low Debt Matters for Pipes Sector Investors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Risks_to_Watch_Even_in_Pipes_Stocks_With_Low_Debt\" title=\"Risks to Watch Even in Pipes Stocks With Low Debt\">Risks to Watch Even in Pipes Stocks With Low Debt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#How_to_Invest_in_These_Pipes_Stocks\" title=\"How to Invest in These Pipes Stocks\">How to Invest in These Pipes Stocks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#FAQs_on_Low-Debt_Pipes_Stocks\" title=\"FAQs on Low-Debt Pipes Stocks\">FAQs on Low-Debt Pipes Stocks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Which_are_the_top_low-debt_pipes_stocks_in_India_for_2026\" title=\"Which are the top low-debt pipes stocks in India for 2026?\">Which are the top low-debt pipes stocks in India for 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#What_debt_to_equity_ratio_counts_as_low_debt_for_a_pipes_stock\" title=\"What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for a pipes stock?\">What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for a pipes stock?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Is_Supreme_Industries_a_low-debt_stock\" title=\"Is Supreme Industries a low-debt stock?\">Is Supreme Industries a low-debt stock?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Are_low-debt_pipes_stocks_safer_than_other_building_material_stocks\" title=\"Are low-debt pipes stocks safer than other building material stocks?\">Are low-debt pipes stocks safer than other building material stocks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Do_low-debt_pipes_stocks_pay_dividends\" title=\"Do low-debt pipes stocks pay dividends?\">Do low-debt pipes stocks pay dividends?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Which_low-debt_pipes_stock_has_the_lowest_debt_to_equity_ratio\" title=\"Which low-debt pipes stock has the lowest debt to equity ratio?\">Which low-debt pipes stock has the lowest debt to equity ratio?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-pipes-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Should_I_buy_low-debt_pipes_stocks_only_for_their_low_debt\" title=\"Should I buy low-debt pipes stocks only for their low debt?\">Should I buy low-debt pipes stocks only for their low debt?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Counts_as_a_Low-Debt_Pipes_Stock\"><\/span><strong>What Counts as a Low-Debt Pipes Stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A low-debt pipes stock is one whose total borrowings are a small fraction of shareholder equity, typically shown as a debt to equity ratio under 0.15. Established pipe and plastics manufacturers with strong dealer networks and disciplined working capital management often fall well below this level. A low ratio does not always mean zero borrowings on paper, since lease liabilities for plants and warehouses count as debt under current accounting rules.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Low-Debt_Pipes_Stocks_Worth_Watching_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>4 Low-Debt Pipes Stocks Worth Watching in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table below ranks four low-debt pipes stocks by market capitalisation, along with current market price, debt to equity ratio and 52 week trading range.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Company<\/th>\n<th>NSE Ticker<\/th>\n<th>CMP (Rs)<\/th>\n<th>Debt to Equity<\/th>\n<th>Market Cap (Rs Cr)<\/th>\n<th>52W High (Rs)<\/th>\n<th>52W Low (Rs)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>APL Apollo Tubes<\/td>\n<td>APLAPOLLO<\/td>\n<td>2,187.70<\/td>\n<td>0.09<\/td>\n<td>59,960<\/td>\n<td>2,301.40<\/td>\n<td>1,578.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Supreme Industries<\/td>\n<td>SUPREMEIND<\/td>\n<td>3,600.80<\/td>\n<td>0.01<\/td>\n<td>44,599<\/td>\n<td>4,659.60<\/td>\n<td>3,140.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Astral Ltd<\/td>\n<td>ASTRAL<\/td>\n<td>1,532.40<\/td>\n<td>0.06<\/td>\n<td>41,050<\/td>\n<td>1,768.70<\/td>\n<td>1,311.60<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Finolex Industries<\/td>\n<td>FINPIPE<\/td>\n<td>160.43<\/td>\n<td>0.07<\/td>\n<td>10,018<\/td>\n<td>222.50<\/td>\n<td>147.54<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_APL_Apollo_Tubes\"><\/span><strong>1. APL Apollo Tubes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>APL Apollo Tubes is the largest of the low-debt pipes stocks on this list, with a market capitalisation of Rs 59,960 crore and a debt to equity ratio of 0.09. The stock trades at Rs 2,187.70, close to its 52 week high of Rs 2,301.40. Return on equity stands at 22.71 percent and the dividend yield is 0.39 percent. As India&#8217;s largest structural steel tube manufacturer, APL Apollo&#8217;s scale and distribution reach have supported growth funded mostly from internal cash flow.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Supreme_Industries\"><\/span><strong>2. Supreme Industries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Supreme Industries carries the lowest debt to equity ratio on this list at 0.01 and trades at Rs 3,600.80, well below its 52 week high of Rs 4,659.60. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 44,599 crore. The company&#8217;s diversified plastics business, spanning piping, packaging and consumer products, supports a return on equity of 15.46 percent and a dividend yield of 1.03 percent.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/screeners\"><strong>Check the Univest Screener for live debt to equity data<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Astral_Ltd\"><\/span><strong>3. Astral Ltd<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Astral Ltd has a debt to equity ratio of 0.06 and trades at Rs 1,532.40, with a market cap of Rs 41,050 crore. Its 52 week range runs from Rs 1,311.60 to Rs 1,768.70. The company&#8217;s CPVC and PVC piping business, along with its adhesives arm, supports a return on equity of 13.18 percent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Finolex_Industries\"><\/span><strong>4. Finolex Industries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Finolex Industries rounds out the list with a debt to equity ratio of 0.07 and a current market price of Rs 160.43. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 10,018 crore, with a 52 week range of Rs 147.54 to Rs 222.50. The company&#8217;s PVC pipes and fittings business, serving agriculture and plumbing segments, supports a return on equity of 9.64 percent and a dividend yield of 1.70 percent, the highest payout on this list.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"><em>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/in\/app\/univest-stocks-investment\/id6443753518\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest iOS App<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.univest.capp&amp;hl=en_IN\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Univest Android App<\/a> to track these low-debt pipes stocks on the go.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Low_Debt_Matters_for_Pipes_Sector_Investors\"><\/span><strong>Why Low Debt Matters for Pipes Sector Investors<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Lower Interest Cost Risk:<\/strong> A company with limited borrowing is largely insulated from rising interest rates, since it has few loans whose cost can climb during a tightening cycle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cushion Against Polymer Price Swings:<\/strong> PVC resin and steel input costs can be volatile, and a low-debt balance sheet gives more room to absorb sharp commodity price moves.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Room to Fund Capacity Expansion:<\/strong> A clean balance sheet gives management room to fund new manufacturing lines from internal accruals rather than fresh loans, even amid strong demand growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Higher Dividend Capacity:<\/strong> Cash that would otherwise service debt is available for dividends, which is one reason Finolex Industries and Supreme Industries maintain payouts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Resilience to Real Estate Demand Cycles:<\/strong> Companies without debt obligations face less pressure to discount aggressively if real estate or agricultural demand slows temporarily.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_to_Watch_Even_in_Pipes_Stocks_With_Low_Debt\"><\/span><strong>Risks to Watch Even in Pipes Stocks With Low Debt<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Valuation Risk:<\/strong> A low debt to equity ratio does not protect a stock from being expensive. Astral Ltd, for instance, trades at a price to earnings ratio of 71.30, above the sector average.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Polymer and Steel Price Volatility:<\/strong> PVC resin, CPVC compound and steel prices are key input costs, and sharp swings can affect margins and working capital needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Real Estate and Agricultural Demand Cycles:<\/strong> Pipe demand is closely tied to real estate construction and agricultural irrigation activity, both of which can slow in a given year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rising Competitive Intensity:<\/strong> New entrants and capacity additions by existing players have increased competition in both steel tubes and PVC piping segments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Channel Inventory Risk:<\/strong> A weak construction or irrigation season can leave dealers with excess inventory, affecting primary sales in subsequent quarters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Invest_in_These_Pipes_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>How to Invest in These Pipes Stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Start by comparing the debt to equity ratio, price to earnings ratio and volume growth of each company against its own recent history, rather than looking at the debt figure in isolation.<\/p>\n<p>A live fundamentals screener can help with this comparison, since debt to equity, PE and dividend yield figures move every quarter and a static snapshot goes stale quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Next, check recent commentary on polymer and steel prices, capacity utilisation and real estate or irrigation demand, since these factors move pipes stocks more than balance sheet strength alone.<\/p>\n<p>Decide on a position size based on your existing exposure to the building materials and infrastructure theme, since these names already sit in several thematic mutual funds and may overlap with existing holdings.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, place the order through a SEBI registered broker or investment platform, and set a review date, such as the next quarterly results, rather than relying on the current debt to equity figure indefinitely.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>APL Apollo Tubes, Supreme Industries, Astral Ltd and Finolex Industries currently stand out as low-debt pipes stocks with debt to equity ratios of 0.09 or below, positive return on equity, and strong exposure to real estate, plumbing and irrigation demand. A clean balance sheet lowers one category of risk, but polymer price swings and demand cycles still need to be assessed stock by stock. Consult a SEBI registered advisor before making any investment decision, and treat the figures in this article as a starting point for further research rather than a final recommendation.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #CC0000; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px 20px; margin: 24px 0;\">\n<p style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0;\"><strong style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Disclaimer:<\/strong> Data and figures in this article are sourced from publicly available information. These may or may not be accurate. Please verify all data with the official NSE (nseindia.com) and BSE (bseindia.com) websites before making any investment decision. Investments in securities are subject to market risk. This content is for educational purposes only and is not investment advice by Univest (SEBI RA INH000013776).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Low-Debt_Pipes_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Low-Debt Pipes Stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_top_low-debt_pipes_stocks_in_India_for_2026\"><\/span><strong>Which are the top low-debt pipes stocks in India for 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> APL Apollo Tubes, Supreme Industries, Astral Ltd and Finolex Industries are among the top low-debt pipes stocks in India for 2026, each with a debt to equity ratio of 0.09 or below as of 27 August 2026.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_debt_to_equity_ratio_counts_as_low_debt_for_a_pipes_stock\"><\/span><strong>What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for a pipes stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> A debt to equity ratio under 0.15 is generally treated as low debt for pipe and plastics manufacturers, since strong dealer networks and disciplined working capital reduce the need for external borrowing.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Supreme_Industries_a_low-debt_stock\"><\/span><strong>Is Supreme Industries a low-debt stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Supreme Industries carries a debt to equity ratio of 0.01, the lowest among listed pipes and plastics companies in this list, along with a return on equity of 15.46 percent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_low-debt_pipes_stocks_safer_than_other_building_material_stocks\"><\/span><strong>Are low-debt pipes stocks safer than other building material stocks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Low-debt pipes stocks carry lower interest rate and refinancing risk than leveraged companies, but they are not immune to polymer price volatility or real estate demand slowdowns.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_low-debt_pipes_stocks_pay_dividends\"><\/span><strong>Do low-debt pipes stocks pay dividends?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Most low-debt pipes stocks on this list pay some dividend, with Finolex Industries at 1.70 percent yield being the highest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_low-debt_pipes_stock_has_the_lowest_debt_to_equity_ratio\"><\/span><strong>Which low-debt pipes stock has the lowest debt to equity ratio?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Supreme Industries has the lowest debt to equity ratio in this list at 0.01, followed by Astral Ltd at 0.06.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_buy_low-debt_pipes_stocks_only_for_their_low_debt\"><\/span><strong>Should I buy low-debt pipes stocks only for their low debt?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Low debt should be one factor among several, alongside polymer prices, real estate demand and return on equity, when deciding whether to buy any of these low-debt pipes stocks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>APL Apollo Tubes, Supreme Industries, Astral Ltd and Finolex Industries all carry a debt to equity ratio of 0.09 or below. 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