Halal Stock List 2023

1. Nvidia (NVDA)
2. AMD (AMD)
3. Adobe (ADBE)
4. Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)
5. Nike (NKE)
6. Zoom Inc (ZM)
7. Peloton Interactive (PTON)
8. Lululemon (LULU)
9. Visa (V)
10. Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)
11. Abbott Labs (ABT)
12. The TJX Companies (TJX)

Sharia-compliant funds are investment funds that follow the requirements of Shariah law and the principles of Islam. They are often recognized as a type of socially responsible investing.

Ethical and responsible investing is a topic that is becoming increasingly popular among investors as they consider their values and beliefs when making investment decisions. Globally, many investors are choosing to support companies that take environmental, social, and ethical factors into account, as well as those that promote corporate governance and shareholder advocacy. 

In recent years, a growing number of investors have sought out Sharia-compliant investments. According to Refinitiv’s Islamic Finance Development Report 2021, Islamic financial assets were valued at $3.374 billion at the end of 2020, up from $2.964 billion in 2019 and $2.2 billion in 2015. Moreover, Islamic exchange traded funds (ETFs) overall had a record year in 2021, with more than 900 new launches worldwide and over $1 trillion in global net inflows, bringing assets under management to $9.9 trillion at the end of November (Dr. Chris Mellor, head of EMEA ETF Equity and Commodity Product Management). 

Sharia-compliant investing not only appeals to Muslims but also provides socially responsible opportunities for people of other faiths. The main objective of Sharia-compliant investments is to provide an avenue for investors who wish to invest in a way that complies with Islamic law, governed in accordance with Sharia principles under the guidelines of the Sharia standard setting body, the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI). 

But what does that mean, exactly? Keep reading as we break down what Sharia-compliant investing is all about.

What Is Sharia Compliance?

Sharia-compliant funds are investment funds that follow Islamic law.

A Sharia-compliant investment should not involve any of the activities prohibited by Islam, such as usury (riba), gambling (maisir), or ambiguity (gharar). This includes investments in companies or sectors that are engaged in Sharia non-compliant activities, such as:

• Institutions that deal with interest and excess debt
• Alcohol
• Pork-related products and non-halal food production, packaging and processing or connected activity
• Gambling
• Adult entertainment
• Tobacco
• Marijuana
• Cloning 
• Firearms and defense

What Makes a Stock Halal? 

Islamic scholars have established a screening process similar to "negatively screened" ethical funds using ESG criteria to determine whether a business activity abides by Sharia principles. Along with the screening process, a Sharia-compliant fund will include an advisory board made up of Islamic scholars who decide or check which companies meet the rules set out by AAOIFI. Each fund’s policies may differ as it is run in accordance with the Sharia Board's beliefs and interpretations. Investors should consult the fund's prospectus before investing.

The screening process involves the following stages: 

Business activity screening

A business's activity must be in accordance with Sharia principles; therefore, any companies involved in the below activities are screened out:

• Institutions that deal with interest and excess debt (non-Islamic banking, finance, and insurance, etc.)
• Alcohol
• Pork-related products and non-halal food production, packaging and processing or connected activity
• Gambling
• Adult entertainment
• Tobacco
• Marijuana
• Cloning 
• Firearms, weapons, and defense

You can instantly rule out any businesses in these industries as they are engaged in Sharia-non-compliant activities. However, you can also dig deeper into how the company operates and if its practices are fair and ethical.  

The most common mistake investors make is to invest in companies with interest-based income or companies that are lending at interest, as the generated income comes from Sharia-non-compliant investments.

If this applies to a stock that you are considering, there's a simple way to see whether the investment is still viable. The rule of thumb is that the revenue from these investments cannot exceed 5% of the gross revenue of the company. Investors should check income for Sharia-non-compliant investments and gross revenue from annual reports to verify this. You'll also want to compare this figure to the company's gross revenue. If it exceeds 5%, there are two generally permissible conditions.

The investor should first determine the amount of haram income received and offset it by giving away the same percentage of his profits to charity. Second, they should publicize their opposition to these haram activities in some manner.

Financial Ratio Screening 

Once the companies with non-compliant business activities have been screened out, they are further reviewed using accounting ratios. 

The second factor for a stock to be considered halal relates to the percentage of interest-bearing debt in relation to total assets. Interest-bearing debt must not exceed 33% of total assets. This benchmark is not specific to halal investments, non-muslim investors also use similar rules as it’s a comfortable level of risk. 

A company would be acceptable for Sharia-compliant investments if it meets the following criteria:

• Interest-bearing securities and assets must be less than 30% of trailing 36-month average market capitalization 
• Interest-bearing debt must be less than 30% of trailing 36-month average market capitalization 

If it exceeds the percentage allowed, the company or investment will be considered Shariah non-compliant.

Top 12 Halal Stocks List 

Below is a list of some of the most traded halal stocks on the baraka app.

1. Nvidia (NVDA)
   

   Nvidia Corporation focuses on personal computer (PC) graphics, graphics processing unit (GPU), and also on artificial intelligence (AI).
   
   Market Cap: $389.45B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -43.82%
   Sharia Score: 5
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

2. AMD (AMD)

   Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. is a global semiconductor company.
   
   Market Cap: $108.415B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -51.03%
   Sharia Score: 5
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

3. Adobe (ADB)

   Adobe Inc., formerly Adobe Systems Incorporated, is a software company. The Company offers products and services used by professionals, marketers, knowledge workers, application developers, enterprises, and consumers for creating, managing, measuring, optimizing, and engaging with compelling content and experiences.
   
   Market Cap: $158.987B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -35.46%
   Sharia Score: 3
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

4. Johnson & Johnson (JNJ)

   Johnson & Johnson is a holding company, which is engaged in the research and development, manufacture, and sale of a range of products in the healthcare field. It operates through three segments: Consumer, Pharmaceutical, and Medical Devices.
   
   Market Cap: $459.05B
   Performance (52-Week Change): 2.53%
   Sharia Score: 3
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

5. Nike (NKE)

   NIKE, Inc. is engaged in the design, development, marketing, and selling of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, accessories, and services.
   
   Market Cap: $193.587B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -16.93%
   Sharia Score: 4
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

6. Zoom Inc (ZM)

   Zoom Video Communications, Inc. is a provider of video-first communication platforms and Web conferencing services.
   
   Market Cap: $20.486B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -60.50%
   Sharia Score: 4
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

7. Peloton Interactive (PTON)

   Peloton Interactive, Inc. is a provider of interactive fitness platforms. The company provides connected, technology-enabled fitness, and the streaming of immersive, instructor-led boutique classes to its customers.  Market Cap: 3.173B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -75.60%
   Sharia Score: 4
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

8. Lululemon (LULU)

   Lululemon Athletica Inc. is a designer, distributor, and retailer of lifestyle-inspired athletic apparel and accessories.
   
   Market Cap: $38.084B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -13.87%
   Sharia Score: 5
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

9. Visa (V)

   Visa Inc. (Visa) is a payments technology company that connects consumers, merchants, financial institutions, businesses, strategic partners, and government entities to electronic payments.

   Market Cap: $462.912B
   Performance (52-Week Change): -1.97%
   Sharia Score: 4
   (As of 9th Jan 2023)

   

10. Tractor Supply Company (TSCO)
    

    Tractor Supply Company is an operator of rural lifestyle retail stores in the United States. The Company is focused on supplying the needs of recreational farmers and ranchers and others, as well as tradesmen and small businesses.
    
    Market Cap: $24.023B
    Performance (52-Week Change): -3.68%
    Sharia Score: 5
    (As of 9th Jan 2023)

    

11. Abbott Labs (ABT)

    Abbott Laboratories (Abbott) is engaged in the discovery, development, manufacture, and sale of a diversified line of health care products. The Company operates through four segments: Established Pharmaceutical Products, Diagnostic Products, Nutritional Products, and Medical Devices.
    
    Market Cap: $195.541B
    Performance (52-Week Change): -17.35%
    Sharia Score: 4
    (As of 9th Jan 2023)

    

12. The TJX Companies (TJX)

    The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX) is an off-price apparel and home fashion retailer in the United States and across the world.

    Market Cap: $94.185B
    Performance (52-Week Change): 9.84%
    Sharia Score: 5
    (As of 9th Jan 2023)

    

How to Buy Halal Stocks with baraka?

At baraka we offer users the chance to Halalify their portfolios through our Sharia filter, allowing them to invest in stocks and ETFs without compromising their personal beliefs.

baraka provides access to traditional securities and does not intend to engage a Shariah advisor or obtain a fatwa regarding Sharia-screened securities listed on the app. Baraka does not have an Islamic Window endorsement from the DFSA. Clients should be aware that Sharia-screened stocks may involve additional risks and costs. There can be no assurance as to the Sharia compliance of the securities listed by Baraka Financial Limited. Clients are reminded that views on Sharia compliance may also differ. If you do not understand such risks or costs or are unsure whether the securities offered by Baraka Financial Limited are in compliance with the principles of Sharia, you should consult a Sharia advisor.

Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Your investment can fluctuate, so you may get back less than you invested. Consider each product’s risk(s) before investing. Baraka is not a financial adviser and therefore does not provide financial advice. Our content is informational only.