{"id":221640,"date":"2026-08-27T16:46:43","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T11:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/?p=221640"},"modified":"2026-08-27T16:46:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T11:16:45","slug":"low-debt-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/univest.in\/blogs-2\/low-debt-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Low-Debt Media Stocks Worth Watching in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"border-left: 4px solid #1F4E79; background: #EBF3FB; padding: 10px 16px; font-style: italic;\"><em>Sun TV Network D\/E 0.01 at Rs 464.70. Zee Entertainment D\/E 0.02 at Rs 104.45. Saregama India D\/E 0.04 at Rs 490.15. Data as of 27 August 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 media stocks worth watching in 2026 are Sun TV Network, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, Saregama India and TV Today Network, each carrying a debt to equity ratio of 0.04 or below. India&#8217;s listed broadcasters and content companies generally run light balance sheets since advertising and subscription revenue does not require heavy fixed-asset financing. Return on equity varies widely across this group, with Sun TV Network and Saregama India posting healthy profitability while Zee Entertainment and TV Today Network show much weaker returns. A low debt to equity ratio reduces balance sheet risk, but advertising cycles and content cost trends still need separate scrutiny.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>India&#8217;s media and entertainment sector, spanning television broadcasting and music content, includes several companies with clean balance sheets even where profitability has been under pressure, and low-debt media stocks reflect this. Sun TV Network, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, Saregama India and TV Today Network all carry a debt to equity ratio of 0.04 or below as of 27 August 2026, based on company filings.<\/p>\n<p>Broadcasters and content owners earn revenue from advertising and subscription fees rather than financing physical inventory, which keeps their capital needs modest relative to revenue even during periods of weaker earnings. This article covers the four names, their key numbers, and what a low leverage profile means for someone evaluating media 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_media\"><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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#What_Counts_as_a_Low-Debt_Media_Stock\" title=\"What Counts as a Low-Debt Media Stock?\">What Counts as a Low-Debt Media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#4_Low-Debt_Media_Stocks_Worth_Watching_in_2026\" title=\"4 Low-Debt Media Stocks Worth Watching in 2026\">4 Low-Debt Media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#1_Sun_TV_Network\" title=\"1. Sun TV Network\">1. Sun TV Network<\/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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#2_Zee_Entertainment_Enterprises\" title=\"2. Zee Entertainment Enterprises\">2. Zee Entertainment Enterprises<\/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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#3_Saregama_India\" title=\"3. Saregama India\">3. Saregama India<\/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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#4_TV_Today_Network\" title=\"4. TV Today Network\">4. TV Today Network<\/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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Why_Low_Debt_Matters_for_Media_Sector_Investors\" title=\"Why Low Debt Matters for Media Sector Investors\">Why Low Debt Matters for Media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Risks_to_Watch_Even_in_Media_Stocks_With_Low_Debt\" title=\"Risks to Watch Even in Media Stocks With Low Debt\">Risks to Watch Even in Media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#How_to_Invest_in_These_Media_Stocks\" title=\"How to Invest in These Media Stocks\">How to Invest in These Media 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-media-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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#FAQs_on_Low-Debt_Media_Stocks\" title=\"FAQs on Low-Debt Media Stocks\">FAQs on Low-Debt Media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Which_are_the_top_low-debt_media_stocks_in_India_for_2026\" title=\"Which are the top low-debt media stocks in India for 2026?\">Which are the top low-debt media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#What_debt_to_equity_ratio_counts_as_low_debt_for_a_media_stock\" title=\"What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for a media stock?\">What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for a media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Is_Sun_TV_Network_a_debt-free_stock\" title=\"Is Sun TV Network a debt-free stock?\">Is Sun TV Network a debt-free 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Are_low-debt_media_stocks_safer_than_other_media_stocks\" title=\"Are low-debt media stocks safer than other media stocks?\">Are low-debt media stocks safer than other media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Do_low-debt_media_stocks_pay_dividends\" title=\"Do low-debt media stocks pay dividends?\">Do low-debt media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Which_low-debt_media_stock_has_the_lowest_debt_to_equity_ratio\" title=\"Which low-debt media stock has the lowest debt to equity ratio?\">Which low-debt media 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-media-stocks-worth-watching-2026\/#Should_I_buy_low-debt_media_stocks_only_for_their_low_debt\" title=\"Should I buy low-debt media stocks only for their low debt?\">Should I buy low-debt media 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_Media_Stock\"><\/span><strong>What Counts as a Low-Debt Media Stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A low-debt media stock is one whose total borrowings are a small fraction of shareholder equity, typically shown as a debt to equity ratio under 0.05. Broadcasters and content companies as a category run light balance sheets, since advertising and subscription revenue does not require heavy capital investment. A low ratio does not always mean the company is performing well operationally, since profitability and leverage are separate measures, and lease liabilities for studios and offices count as debt under current accounting rules.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Low-Debt_Media_Stocks_Worth_Watching_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>4 Low-Debt Media Stocks Worth Watching in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The table below ranks four low-debt media 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>Sun TV Network<\/td>\n<td>SUNTV<\/td>\n<td>464.70<\/td>\n<td>0.01<\/td>\n<td>18,335<\/td>\n<td>660.70<\/td>\n<td>464.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Zee Entertainment Enterprises<\/td>\n<td>ZEEL<\/td>\n<td>104.45<\/td>\n<td>0.02<\/td>\n<td>10,028<\/td>\n<td>121.80<\/td>\n<td>68.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Saregama India<\/td>\n<td>SAREGAMA<\/td>\n<td>490.15<\/td>\n<td>0.04<\/td>\n<td>9,592<\/td>\n<td>574.50<\/td>\n<td>307.05<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TV Today Network<\/td>\n<td>TVTODAY<\/td>\n<td>113.15<\/td>\n<td>0.02<\/td>\n<td>689<\/td>\n<td>156.48<\/td>\n<td>93.50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Sun_TV_Network\"><\/span><strong>1. Sun TV Network<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sun TV Network is the largest of the low-debt media stocks on this list, with a market capitalisation of Rs 18,335 crore and a debt to equity ratio of 0.01. The stock trades at Rs 464.70, near its 52 week low of Rs 464.05. Return on equity stands at 11.39 percent and the dividend yield is 2.69 percent. The company&#8217;s dominant position in South Indian regional broadcasting, alongside its distribution and film businesses, supports a largely debt free balance sheet.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Zee_Entertainment_Enterprises\"><\/span><strong>2. Zee Entertainment Enterprises<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Zee Entertainment Enterprises carries a debt to equity ratio of 0.02 and trades at Rs 104.45, well below its 52 week high of Rs 121.80. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 10,028 crore. The company&#8217;s broad general entertainment and Hindi movie channel portfolio has faced earnings pressure, reflected in a return on equity of just 2.31 percent, though the dividend yield stands at 1.92 percent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Saregama_India\"><\/span><strong>3. Saregama India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Saregama India has a debt to equity ratio of 0.04 and trades at Rs 490.15, with a market cap of Rs 9,592 crore. Its 52 week range runs from Rs 307.05 to Rs 574.50. The company&#8217;s music content library and licensing business supports a return on equity of 12.23 percent and a dividend yield of 0.90 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=\"4_TV_Today_Network\"><\/span><strong>4. TV Today Network<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>TV Today Network rounds out the list with a debt to equity ratio of 0.02 and a current market price of Rs 113.15. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 689 crore, the smallest on this list, with a 52 week range of Rs 93.50 to Rs 156.48. The company&#8217;s news broadcasting business, including the Aaj Tak and India Today channels, shows a return on equity of 2.91 percent and does not currently pay a dividend.<\/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 media stocks on the go.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Low_Debt_Matters_for_Media_Sector_Investors\"><\/span><strong>Why Low Debt Matters for Media 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 During Advertising Slowdowns:<\/strong> Advertising revenue can be cyclical and sensitive to broader consumer spending trends, and a low-debt balance sheet gives more room to absorb a weak advertising quarter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Room to Fund Content Investment:<\/strong> A clean balance sheet gives management room to fund new content production or digital platform investment from internal accruals rather than fresh loans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Higher Dividend Capacity Where Profitable:<\/strong> Cash that would otherwise service debt is available for dividends, which is one reason Sun TV Network maintains a steady payout despite sector headwinds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Resilience to Subscription Revenue Shifts:<\/strong> Companies without debt obligations face less financial pressure when regulatory or distribution changes affect subscription revenue sharing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_to_Watch_Even_in_Media_Stocks_With_Low_Debt\"><\/span><strong>Risks to Watch Even in Media Stocks With Low Debt<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Weak Profitability at Some Names:<\/strong> A low debt to equity ratio does not offset weak earnings. Zee Entertainment and TV Today Network both show return on equity below 3 percent, reflecting real operational pressure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Advertising Revenue Cyclicality:<\/strong> Television and digital advertising spend is closely tied to broader economic conditions and can slow sharply during periods of weak consumer sentiment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Digital and Streaming Competition:<\/strong> Streaming platforms and digital content creators compete for the same viewer attention and advertising budgets, pressuring traditional broadcasters.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Content Cost Inflation:<\/strong> Sports rights, film content and original programming costs have risen industry-wide, pressuring margins even at companies with clean balance sheets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Regulatory and Distribution Changes:<\/strong> Changes to cable and DTH distribution regulations or subscription revenue sharing arrangements can affect broadcaster economics.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Invest_in_These_Media_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>How to Invest in These Media 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 return on equity 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 profitability figures move every quarter and a static snapshot goes stale quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Next, check recent commentary on advertising revenue trends, subscriber numbers and content cost inflation, since these factors move media stocks more than balance sheet strength alone.<\/p>\n<p>Decide on a position size based on your existing exposure to the media and entertainment 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>Sun TV Network, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, Saregama India and TV Today Network currently stand out as low-debt media stocks with debt to equity ratios of 0.04 or below, though profitability varies sharply across the group. A clean balance sheet lowers one category of risk, but advertising cycles and content cost trends 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_Media_Stocks\"><\/span><strong>FAQs on Low-Debt Media Stocks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_are_the_top_low-debt_media_stocks_in_India_for_2026\"><\/span><strong>Which are the top low-debt media stocks in India for 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Sun TV Network, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, Saregama India and TV Today Network are among the top low-debt media stocks in India for 2026, each with a debt to equity ratio of 0.04 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_media_stock\"><\/span><strong>What debt to equity ratio counts as low debt for a media stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> A debt to equity ratio under 0.05 is generally treated as low debt for broadcasters and content companies, since advertising and subscription revenue models need very little borrowed capital.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Sun_TV_Network_a_debt-free_stock\"><\/span><strong>Is Sun TV Network a debt-free stock?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Sun TV Network reports a debt to equity ratio of 0.01, among the lowest in the Indian media sector, along with a return on equity of 11.39 percent.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_low-debt_media_stocks_safer_than_other_media_stocks\"><\/span><strong>Are low-debt media stocks safer than other media stocks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Low-debt media stocks carry lower interest rate and refinancing risk than leveraged companies, but low debt does not mean strong earnings, as seen in the weak return on equity at Zee Entertainment and TV Today Network.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_low-debt_media_stocks_pay_dividends\"><\/span><strong>Do low-debt media stocks pay dividends?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Most low-debt media stocks on this list pay some dividend, with Sun TV Network at 2.69 percent yield being the highest, while TV Today Network does not currently pay one.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_low-debt_media_stock_has_the_lowest_debt_to_equity_ratio\"><\/span><strong>Which low-debt media stock has the lowest debt to equity ratio?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Ans.<\/strong> Sun TV Network has the lowest debt to equity ratio in this list at 0.01.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_buy_low-debt_media_stocks_only_for_their_low_debt\"><\/span><strong>Should I buy low-debt media 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 advertising trends, profitability and content cost inflation, when deciding whether to buy any of these low-debt media stocks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-schema\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sun TV Network, Zee Entertainment, Saregama India and TV Today Network all carry a debt to equity ratio of 0.04 or below. 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