{"id":221638,"date":"2026-08-27T17:07:53","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T11:37:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=221638"},"modified":"2026-08-27T17:07:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T11:37:55","slug":"low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Low-Debt Education Stocks Worth Watching in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"border-left: 4px solid #1F4E79; background: #EBF3FB; padding: 10px 16px; font-style: italic;\"><em>Navneet Education D\/E 0.05 at Rs 133.72. Aptech D\/E 0.05 at Rs 90.50. NIIT Learning Systems D\/E 0.21 at Rs 230.00. 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 three low-debt education stocks worth watching in 2026 are NIIT Learning Systems, Navneet Education and Aptech, each carrying a debt to equity ratio of 0.21 or below. India&#8217;s listed education and training companies, spanning publishing, stationery and vocational skilling, generally run light balance sheets since their content and franchise-led delivery models require modest fixed capital. Return on equity varies across the group, with NIIT Learning Systems posting the strongest profitability. A low debt to equity ratio reduces balance sheet risk, but seasonal demand and competition from digital learning platforms still need separate scrutiny.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>India&#8217;s education and training sector, spanning school publishing, stationery and vocational skilling, includes several small and mid-sized listed companies with conservative balance sheets, and low-debt education stocks are a common pick for investors seeking exposure to the sector without high leverage risk. NIIT Learning Systems, Navneet Education and Aptech all carry a debt to equity ratio of 0.21 or below as of 27 August 2026, based on company filings.<\/p>\n<p>Education companies that deliver training and content through franchise networks or asset-light publishing models need less capital to operate than those running large physical campuses, which keeps their leverage modest. This article covers the three names, their key numbers, and what a low leverage profile means for someone evaluating education 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_education\"><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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#What_Counts_as_a_Low-Debt_Education_Stock\" title=\"What Counts as a Low-Debt Education Stock?\">What Counts as a Low-Debt Education 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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#3_Low-Debt_Education_Stocks_Worth_Watching_in_2026\" title=\"3 Low-Debt Education Stocks Worth Watching in 2026\">3 Low-Debt Education 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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#1_NIIT_Learning_Systems\" title=\"1. NIIT Learning Systems\">1. NIIT Learning Systems<\/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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#2_Navneet_Education\" title=\"2. Navneet Education\">2. Navneet Education<\/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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#3_Aptech\" title=\"3. Aptech\">3. Aptech<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Why_Low_Debt_Matters_for_Education_Sector_Investors\" title=\"Why Low Debt Matters for Education Sector Investors\">Why Low Debt Matters for Education Sector Investors<\/a><\/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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Risks_to_Watch_Even_in_Education_Stocks_With_Low_Debt\" title=\"Risks to Watch Even in Education Stocks With Low Debt\">Risks to Watch Even in Education 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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#How_to_Invest_in_These_Education_Stocks\" title=\"How to Invest in These Education Stocks\">How to Invest in These Education Stocks<\/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-education-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-10\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#FAQs_on_Low-Debt_Education_Stocks\" title=\"FAQs on Low-Debt Education Stocks\">FAQs on Low-Debt Education Stocks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Which_are_the_top_low-debt_education_stocks_in_India_for_2026\" title=\"Which are the top low-debt education stocks in India for 2026?\">Which are the top low-debt education 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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#What_debt_to_equity_ratio_counts_as_low_debt_for_an_education_stock\" title=\"What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for an education stock?\">What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for an education stock?<\/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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Is_Navneet_Education_a_low-debt_stock\" title=\"Is Navneet Education a low-debt stock?\">Is Navneet Education 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-14\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Are_low-debt_education_stocks_safer_than_other_small-cap_stocks\" title=\"Are low-debt education stocks safer than other small-cap stocks?\">Are low-debt education stocks safer than other small-cap stocks?<\/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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Do_low-debt_education_stocks_pay_dividends\" title=\"Do low-debt education stocks pay dividends?\">Do low-debt education stocks pay dividends?<\/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-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Which_low-debt_education_stock_has_the_lowest_debt_to_equity_ratio\" title=\"Which low-debt education stock has the lowest debt to equity ratio?\">Which low-debt education 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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-education-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Should_I_buy_low-debt_education_stocks_only_for_their_low_debt\" title=\"Should I buy low-debt education stocks only for their low debt?\">Should I buy low-debt education 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_Education_Stock\"><\/span><strong>What Counts as a Low-Debt Education Stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A low-debt education stock is one whose total borrowings are a small fraction of shareholder equity, typically shown as a debt to equity ratio under 0.25. Publishing, stationery and franchise-led training companies often fall well below this level, since they do not need to finance large campus infrastructure. A low ratio does not always mean zero borrowings on paper, since lease liabilities for training centres and offices count as debt under current accounting rules.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Low-Debt_Education_Stocks_Worth_Watching_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>3 Low-Debt Education Stocks Worth Watching in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table below ranks the three low-debt education 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>NIIT Learning Systems<\/td>\n<td>NIITMTS<\/td>\n<td>230.00<\/td>\n<td>0.21<\/td>\n<td>3,220<\/td>\n<td>443.90<\/td>\n<td>203.30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Navneet Education<\/td>\n<td>NAVNETEDUL<\/td>\n<td>133.72<\/td>\n<td>0.05<\/td>\n<td>2,949<\/td>\n<td>168.50<\/td>\n<td>121.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aptech<\/td>\n<td>APTECHT<\/td>\n<td>90.50<\/td>\n<td>0.05<\/td>\n<td>529<\/td>\n<td>144.30<\/td>\n<td>69.10<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_NIIT_Learning_Systems\"><\/span><strong>1. NIIT Learning Systems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>NIIT Learning Systems is the largest of the low-debt education stocks on this list, with a market capitalisation of Rs 3,220 crore and a debt to equity ratio of 0.21. The stock trades at Rs 230.00, well below its 52 week high of Rs 443.90. Return on equity stands at 16.06 percent, the strongest on this list, and the dividend yield is 1.37 percent. The company&#8217;s corporate managed training services business supports steady, largely contract-based revenue.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Navneet_Education\"><\/span><strong>2. Navneet Education<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Navneet Education carries a debt to equity ratio of 0.05 and trades at Rs 133.72, close to its 52 week high of Rs 168.50. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 2,949 crore. The company&#8217;s school publishing and stationery business supports a return on equity of 7.15 percent and a dividend yield of 1.12 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_Aptech\"><\/span><strong>3. Aptech<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Aptech rounds out the list with a debt to equity ratio of 0.05 and a current market price of Rs 90.50. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 529 crore, the smallest on this list, with a 52 week range of Rs 69.10 to Rs 144.30. The company&#8217;s franchise-led vocational training in IT, animation and aviation supports a return on equity of 9.46 percent and a dividend yield of 4.93 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 education stocks on the go.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Low_Debt_Matters_for_Education_Sector_Investors\"><\/span><strong>Why Low Debt Matters for Education 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 Seasonal Demand:<\/strong> Publishing and training revenue can be seasonal around academic cycles and admission periods, and a low-debt balance sheet gives more room to manage working capital through the year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Room to Fund Digital Transition:<\/strong> A clean balance sheet gives management room to fund the shift toward digital and hybrid learning formats from internal accruals rather than fresh loans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Higher Dividend Capacity:<\/strong> Cash that would otherwise service debt is available for dividends, which is one reason Aptech and NIIT Learning Systems maintain payouts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Resilience to Franchise Network Disruptions:<\/strong> Companies without debt obligations face less financial pressure if a franchise partner underperforms or exits.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_to_Watch_Even_in_Education_Stocks_With_Low_Debt\"><\/span><strong>Risks to Watch Even in Education 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 relative to its own earnings history, so comparing current multiples against past trading ranges remains useful.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Digital Learning Competition:<\/strong> Well-funded digital learning platforms compete for the same student and corporate training budgets, pressuring pricing and market share for traditional players.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Seasonal and Academic Cycle Dependence:<\/strong> Publishing and stationery revenue is concentrated around specific academic calendar periods, making quarterly results uneven.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Franchise Network Execution Risk:<\/strong> Growth through franchise-run training centres depends on maintaining quality and consistency across a large partner network.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Regulatory Changes in School Curriculum:<\/strong> Changes to school curriculum or textbook policy at the state level can affect publishing revenue for companies exposed to that segment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Invest_in_These_Education_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>How to Invest in These Education 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 revenue trends 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 enrolment trends, franchise network additions and digital transition progress, since these factors move education stocks more than balance sheet strength alone.<\/p>\n<p>Decide on a position size based on your existing exposure to the education and skilling theme, since these names are relatively small and may already sit in specific small-cap fund portfolios.<\/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>NIIT Learning Systems, Navneet Education and Aptech currently stand out as low-debt education stocks with debt to equity ratios of 0.21 or below, positive return on equity, and asset-light or franchise-led business models. A clean balance sheet lowers one category of risk, but digital competition and seasonal demand 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_Education_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Low-Debt Education Stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_top_low-debt_education_stocks_in_India_for_2026\"><\/span><strong>Which are the top low-debt education stocks in India for 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> NIIT Learning Systems, Navneet Education and Aptech are the top low-debt education stocks in India for 2026, each with a debt to equity ratio of 0.21 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_an_education_stock\"><\/span><strong>What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for an education stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> A debt to equity ratio under 0.25 is generally treated as low debt for education and training companies, since franchise-led and publishing-based models need less capital than large campus operators.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Navneet_Education_a_low-debt_stock\"><\/span><strong>Is Navneet Education a low-debt stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Navneet Education carries a debt to equity ratio of 0.05, among the lowest in the listed education sector, along with a return on equity of 7.15 percent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_low-debt_education_stocks_safer_than_other_small-cap_stocks\"><\/span><strong>Are low-debt education stocks safer than other small-cap stocks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Low-debt education stocks carry lower interest rate and refinancing risk than leveraged companies, but they are not immune to digital learning competition or seasonal demand swings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_low-debt_education_stocks_pay_dividends\"><\/span><strong>Do low-debt education stocks pay dividends?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> All three low-debt education stocks on this list pay dividends, with Aptech at 4.93 percent yield being the highest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_low-debt_education_stock_has_the_lowest_debt_to_equity_ratio\"><\/span><strong>Which low-debt education stock has the lowest debt to equity ratio?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Navneet Education and Aptech both report a debt to equity ratio of 0.05, the lowest in this list.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_buy_low-debt_education_stocks_only_for_their_low_debt\"><\/span><strong>Should I buy low-debt education 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 enrolment trends, digital competition and return on equity, when deciding whether to buy any of these low-debt education stocks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-schema\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NIIT Learning Systems, Navneet Education and Aptech all carry a debt to equity ratio of 0.21 or below. 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