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Browse all 53 Halalytic articles. For live compliance data, use the linked screeners and check the date shown on each analysis.
- Is Dell Technologies (DELL) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
DELL halal stock analysis: Dell passes the business-activity screen and all three AAOIFI financial thresholds in this snapshot. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is Devon Energy (DVN) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
DVN halal stock analysis: Devon's oil-and-gas operations are treated as permissible and its current debt, cash, and non-permissible-income ratios pass the AAOIFI limits. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is Stryker (SYK) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
SYK halal stock analysis: Stryker's medical-technology business passes the activity screen, and all current financial ratios remain below AAOIFI thresholds. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is American Water Works (AWK) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
AWK halal stock analysis: Water and wastewater services pass the activity screen, but interest-bearing debt equals 61.55% of market capitalization—well above the 30% AAOIFI ceiling. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is onsemi (ON) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
ON halal stock analysis: onsemi's semiconductor operations pass the activity screen and its three financial ratios are below the AAOIFI limits. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is UiPath (PATH) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
PATH halal stock analysis: UiPath's software business passes and debt is low, but cash and interest-bearing securities equal 31.54% of market capitalization, narrowly exceeding the 30% AAOIFI limit. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is Rivian Automotive (RIVN) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
RIVN halal stock analysis: Rivian's vehicle business and its debt and cash ratios pass, but the non-permissible-income proxy is 5.30% of revenue, above AAOIFI's 5% limit. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is Sunrun (RUN) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
RUN halal stock analysis: Residential solar is a permissible business activity, but Sunrun's interest-bearing debt is more than five times its market capitalization and fails the 30% limit decisively. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is Suncor Energy (SU / SU.TO) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
SU / SU.TO halal stock analysis: Suncor's integrated energy operations are treated as permissible and all three financial ratios pass in the current screen. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Is Paramount (PARA / PSKY) Halal? 2026 AAOIFI Analysis
PARA / PSKY halal stock analysis: The current PSKY security fails because interest-bearing debt equals 157.58% of market capitalization. Its entertainment activity also needs manual review even apart from the financial failure. Review the business activity, debt, cash, non-permissible income, and risks.
- Best Halal ETFs Compared 2026: SPUS, HLAL, UMMA, SPSK, SPRE & WSHR
A complete comparison of the major halal ETFs available to Muslim investors: US equity funds SPUS, HLAL, and UMMA, sukuk ETF SPSK, global REIT ETF SPRE, and Canada's WSHR.
- Zakat on Gold: Complete Guide to Gold Jewellery, Coins & Bars
Learn how to calculate zakat on gold jewellery, coins, bars, and gold ETFs. Covers nisab thresholds, weight conversions, scholarly rulings on worn jewellery, and FAQs.
- UIF Corporation Review: Ijara & Murabaha Home Financing in the US
An overview of UIF Corporation (University Islamic Financial), a Michigan-based Islamic home financing provider offering Ijara and Murabaha structures across most US states.
- Islamic Mortgage UK: Complete 2026 Guide to Home Purchase Plans
How Islamic home financing works in the UK, who offers it (Al Rayan Bank, Gatehouse Bank, BLME, StrideUp), how Home Purchase Plans differ from a conventional mortgage, and how to compare providers.
- Islamic Home Loans in Australia: MCCA vs Amanah vs Hejaz Financial Services
How halal home financing works in Australia and a comparison of the three main providers -- MCCA, Amanah Islamic Finance, and Hejaz Financial Services.
- Is Super Micro Computer (SMCI) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed breakdown of Super Micro Computer's (SMCI) Shariah compliance status using the AAOIFI 30/30/5 screening standard, including why its debt ratio is the deciding factor and what its 2024 accounting turmoil means for investors.
- Is Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Nvidia (NVDA), the world's most valuable company, for Muslim investors -- including why its balance sheet is so unusually clean.
- Is Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Microsoft (MSFT) for Muslim investors, covering all four screening criteria and the gaming-revenue nuance worth knowing about.
- Is Google / Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Alphabet / Google (GOOGL) for Muslim investors, including the advertising-content nuance that applies to every ad-supported tech company.
- Is Amazon (AMZN) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Amazon (AMZN) for Muslim investors, including the marketplace third-party-seller nuance and why AWS is the real profit engine.
- Is Meta Platforms (META) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Meta Platforms (META) -- Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp's parent company -- for Muslim investors, including the content-moderation debate and Reality Labs losses.
- Is Broadcom (AVGO) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Broadcom (AVGO) for Muslim investors, including how its VMware acquisition debt has been absorbed by its market-cap growth.
- Is Tesla (TSLA) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Tesla (TSLA) for Muslim investors, including why its market-cap-based ratios are unusually sensitive to its famously volatile share price.
- Is Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) for Muslim investors -- and why its insurance float business model is the deciding factor, not just a side issue.
- Is Walmart (WMT) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Walmart (WMT) for Muslim investors, including the alcohol-aisle nuance that applies to every big-box grocery retailer.
- Is Micron Technology (MU) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Micron Technology (MU) for Muslim investors, including why its debt ratio can look very different depending on where memory chip prices are in the cycle.
- Is TSMC (TSM) Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM) for Muslim investors, including a data-quality caveat about how ADR share structures can distort market-cap-based ratios.
- Is SpaceX Stock Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed AAOIFI 30/30/5 compliance breakdown of SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corp.) for Muslim investors, including why its aerospace/defense classification needs manual review, not an automated verdict.
- Stock Purification Guide: How to Calculate Tazkiyah on Dividends
Learn how stock purification works for halal investing, how to calculate the tazkiyah amount on dividends, how it differs from zakat, and what records to keep.
- How to Compare Halal Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and More
A practical framework for comparing cryptocurrencies from a Shariah perspective, including use case, riba exposure, staking, speculation risk, zakat, and portfolio fit.
- Is Day Trading Halal? A Complete Islamic Finance Perspective
Explore whether day trading is permissible in Islam. Learn about scholarly opinions on speculation vs. investment, the conditions for permissibility, and how to trade stocks in a Shariah-compliant way.
- Islamic Banking vs Conventional Banking: Key Differences Explained
Understand how Islamic banking differs from conventional banking. Learn about the prohibition of riba, profit-sharing models like mudarabah and musharakah, asset-backing requirements, and risk-sharing principles.
- How to Calculate Zakat on Gold and Silver: A Practical Guide
Learn how to calculate zakat on gold and silver, including nisab thresholds (87.48g gold, 612.36g silver), the jewelry zakat debate across madhabs, and step-by-step calculation examples.
- Top 10 Halal Investment Strategies for 2026
Discover the best Shariah-compliant investment strategies for 2026, from halal ETFs and sukuk to real estate, gold, and screened individual stocks. Build a diversified halal portfolio.
- Understanding Murabaha: The Most Common Islamic Finance Contract
Learn how murabaha (cost-plus financing) works in Islamic finance, how it differs from conventional loans, and its applications in mortgages, auto finance, and trade finance.
- Sukuk: The Complete Guide to Islamic Bonds in 2026
Everything you need to know about sukuk — halal alternatives to conventional bonds. Types, how they work, risks, and how to invest through sukuk ETFs like SPSK.
- Fidya and Kaffarah 2026: Amounts, Rules, and Who Needs to Pay
A complete guide to Fidya and Kaffarah in Ramadan 2026. Learn the difference between the two, current amounts by country, who is exempt from fasting, and how to calculate what you owe.
- Sadaqah vs Zakat vs Lillah: Understanding Islamic Charitable Giving
Learn the key differences between Sadaqah, Zakat, and Lillah in Islam. Understand when each is obligatory, who can receive it, and how to maximize your charitable giving during Ramadan and beyond.
- Top Halal Stocks to Watch in 2026: AAOIFI Screened & Analyzed
Discover the top Shariah-compliant stocks for 2026. We screen the most popular large-cap stocks against AAOIFI 30/30/5 standards and highlight the best opportunities for Muslim investors.
- Islamic Mortgage vs Conventional Mortgage: What's the Difference?
A detailed comparison of Islamic home financing structures (Murabaha, Ijara, Musharaka, Diminishing Musharaka) versus conventional interest-based mortgages, covering costs, providers, pros and cons, and how to choose.
- How to Build a Halal Investment Portfolio in 2026
A step-by-step guide to building a Shariah-compliant investment portfolio in 2026, covering AAOIFI screening, halal ETFs, individual stocks, sukuk, gold, asset allocation, and purification obligations.
- Is Cryptocurrency Halal? A Complete Islamic Guide
A comprehensive guide to the Islamic permissibility of cryptocurrency, covering scholarly opinions on Bitcoin, problematic tokens, staking, DeFi, leverage trading, and zakat obligations on crypto holdings.
- Eid al-Fitr 2026: Your Complete Financial Checklist
A complete Eid al-Fitr 2026 financial checklist covering Zakat al-Fitr deadlines, recommended amounts by country, Eid spending tips, and a post-Ramadan financial reset plan.
- Last 10 Nights of Ramadan: Maximize Your Charitable Giving
A strategic guide to maximizing charitable giving during the last 10 nights of Ramadan, including Laylatul Qadr tips, types of charity, automation strategies, and tax deductions.
- Post-Ramadan Financial Reset: 5 Steps to Keep the Momentum
Five actionable steps to maintain your Ramadan financial discipline year-round: zakat compliance review, halal portfolio audit, monthly sadaqah, Islamic mortgage exploration, and estate planning.
- Zakat on Crypto: Is Bitcoin Zakatable? A Scholarly Analysis
Is zakat due on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies? A balanced analysis of scholarly opinions with practical calculation guidance.
- Ramadan 2026 Financial Checklist: 7 Things Every Muslim Should Do
A practical Ramadan 2026 financial checklist covering zakat, fitrana, portfolio screening, estate planning, and charitable giving for the blessed month.
- Zakat Guide for Ramadan 2026: Everything You Need to Know
A comprehensive guide to paying zakat during Ramadan 2026. Learn who must pay, how to calculate the 2.5% rate, what assets are zakatable, and common mistakes to avoid.
- Zakat on Stocks: A Complete Guide for Muslim Investors
Learn how to calculate zakat on your stock portfolio. Covers the full market value method, the zakatable assets method, purification vs zakat, and ETFs.
- Zakat al-Fitr Guide 2026: Amount, Timing, and Rules
Everything you need to know about zakat al-fitr for Ramadan 2026. Learn the amount, who must pay, when to pay, and how it differs from zakat al-mal.
- Is Apple (AAPL) Halal? AAOIFI Compliance Analysis
A detailed breakdown of Apple's Shariah compliance status using the AAOIFI 30/30/5 screening standard. Learn how each of the four screens applies to AAPL.
- Islamic Will vs Regular Will: 5 Key Differences
Understanding the fundamental differences between an Islamic will based on Quran and Sunnah and a conventional will. Learn about Faraid, the bequest limit, and more.
- The AAOIFI 30/30/5 Rule: How Halal Stock Screening Works
A comprehensive guide to the AAOIFI screening standard used by Islamic finance institutions. Learn the four criteria that determine whether a stock is Shariah-compliant.