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Half a Billion and Counting
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Half a Billion and Counting

Today, we’re excited to share a major milestone: Zoya users are now collectively managing over $500 million in assets through the platform. Our growth in the past year has exceeded our expectations. It turns out that when you provide a valuable service that people love, they tell their family

  • Saad Malik
Saad Malik Apr 29, 2025 • 2 min read
Top Rated Halal Stocks to Buy in 2025
Investing

Top Rated Halal Stocks to Buy in 2025

Finding stocks that align with both strong financial performance and Shariah compliance can feel limiting. Many of the world’s most valuable companies fail to meet Islamic investment criteria due to their involvement in interest-based finance, impermissible business lines, or controversial activities. But there’s still a sizable universe of

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Apr 2, 2025 • 6 min read
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Investing

Best Halal ETFs to Buy in 2025

For Muslim investors, selecting the right ETFs requires a delicate balance between financial performance and Shariah compliance. This process can be complex, as ETFs are collections of various securities, each of which needs to be evaluated for adherence to Islamic principles. Luckily, there are ways to simplify the process. In

  • Vivian Tejada
Vivian Tejada Mar 26, 2025 • 16 min read
Introducing More Ways to Screen for Shariah Compliance in Zoya
Zoya News

Introducing More Ways to Screen for Shariah Compliance in Zoya

If you've been investing for a while, you’ve probably run into something strange: look up a stock’s Shariah compliance, and you’ll often get different answers depending on where you check. One methodology might screen it out, while another gives it a pass. Dealing with conflicting

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Feb 20, 2025 • 2 min read
SPUS vs. HLAL: Which Halal ETF Should You Invest In?
Investing

SPUS vs. HLAL: Which Halal ETF Should You Invest In?

Halal investing is growing, and the SP Funds S&P 500 Sharia Industry Exclusions ETF (SPUS) and Wahed FTSE USA Shariah ETF (HLAL) are two of the most popular options when it comes to Shariah-compliant index funds. But which one suits your portfolio best? While both ETFs aim to

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Feb 14, 2025 • 7 min read
Are Index Funds Halal? What You Need To Know
Investing

Are Index Funds Halal? What You Need To Know

Index funds represent a cornerstone of modern investing, offering a simple way to gain broad market exposure. However, if you're wondering whether index funds can be part of your halal investment strategy, you're not alone. This question has become increasingly relevant as index investing continues to

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Nov 25, 2024 • 4 min read
Is the S&P 500 Halal? What You Need to Know & Best Alternatives
Investing

Is the S&P 500 Halal? What You Need to Know & Best Alternatives

The S&P 500 is a popular choice for investors looking to gain exposure to the U.S. stock market. But you might be wondering: is investing in the S&P 500—or in funds like the SPY ETF that track it—halal? In this guide, we'

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Nov 10, 2024 • 3 min read
How to Get Started With Halal Investing: A Practical Guide
Investing

How to Get Started With Halal Investing: A Practical Guide

If you've been struggling to get started with halal investing, you're not alone. The stock market is riddled with companies involved in industries and practices that conflict with Muslim values. This is where Shariah-compliant stocks emerge as a practical solution. However, mainstream investment platforms don’t

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Nov 7, 2024 • 4 min read
Is Betting on Presidential Elections Halal or Haram?
Investing

Is Betting on Presidential Elections Halal or Haram?

With the rise of new investment tools, election markets have emerged as a popular, high-stakes way for individuals to “bet” on the outcomes of major political events, such as the U.S. presidential election. Platforms like Robinhood, Kalshi, and Polymarket allow users to purchase event contracts—financial instruments that pay

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Nov 4, 2024 • 3 min read
Halal Mortgages in the US: A Guide to Islamic Home Financing
Personal Finance

Halal Mortgages in the US: A Guide to Islamic Home Financing

Islamic mortgages offer Muslims a way to buy homes while complying with Shariah guidelines. These financial products avoid interest (riba) by using different ownership and payment structures than traditional mortgages. As of 2024, several companies in the US provide Islamic home financing. Each uses slightly different methods, primarily based on

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Nov 3, 2024 • 11 min read
Best Halal Investing Apps in 2025
Investing

Best Halal Investing Apps in 2025

Finding halal investment options used to be a challenge. The traditional financial industry rarely prioritized the unique, faith-based needs of Muslims, forcing many to stay on the sidelines and feel excluded from opportunities to grow their wealth. While traditional investing focuses solely on financial returns, halal investing goes one step

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Nov 2, 2024 • 7 min read
Are Defense Stocks Halal or Haram? A Comprehensive Guide
Fundamentals

Are Defense Stocks Halal or Haram? A Comprehensive Guide

Investing in defense stocks has become a topic of increasing interest, particularly among Muslim investors looking to ensure their portfolios align with Shariah principles. Defense companies play a critical role in national security, but they also operate in sectors that may raise ethical concerns due to their involvement in arms

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Oct 24, 2024 • 8 min read
Halal Investing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Shariah-Compliant Investments
Fundamentals

Halal Investing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Shariah-Compliant Investments

Investing can be an effective way of securing financial stability for you and your loved ones. Unfortunately, conventional forms of investing don’t always align with Islamic values of fairness, moderation, and social well-being. As a result, halal investing has become increasingly popular within and outside of the Muslim community.

  • Vivian Tejada
Vivian Tejada Jun 19, 2024 • 11 min read
Zoya Crosses $250 Million in Connected Assets
Zoya News

Zoya Crosses $250 Million in Connected Assets

On this blessed Friday, as we observe the 12th day of Ramadan, we're delighted to announce a significant milestone. You, our dedicated community of users, are now collectively managing over $250 million in assets through Zoya. This remarkable achievement represents a staggering 150% growth since we celebrated crossing

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Mar 22, 2024 • 1 min read
Polson Real Assets Partners with Zoya to Boost Halal Investment Offering
Zoya News

Polson Real Assets Partners with Zoya to Boost Halal Investment Offering

We are excited to announce a new partnership between Zoya and Polson Real Assets, a halal investment cooperative based in Seattle. By leveraging Zoya's powerful portfolio screening and monitoring tools, Polson Real Assets will efficiently manage their public markets portfolio in full accordance with Shariah compliance guidelines, enabling

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Mar 14, 2024 • 2 min read
Introducing Baskets: Your Shortcut to Smarter Halal Investing
Zoya News

Introducing Baskets: Your Shortcut to Smarter Halal Investing

We're excited to announce the launch of stock baskets, a new way to discover and invest in curated collections of shariah-compliant stocks. Investing in the stock market can be a daunting task, particularly for newcomers. The sheer number of stocks available and the need for extensive research can

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Jan 16, 2024 • 2 min read
Introducing the Zoya API
Zoya News

Introducing the Zoya API

At Zoya, our mission is to make halal investing accessible to Muslims worldwide. As the trusted source for thousands of investors globally, we are dedicated to providing the tools and guidance to take control of your financial future while staying true to your faith. That's why we'

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Dec 21, 2023 • 2 min read
Zoya Partners with Questrade to Make Halal Investing Accessible for Canadian Muslims
Zoya News

Zoya Partners with Questrade to Make Halal Investing Accessible for Canadian Muslims

We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership between Zoya and Questrade, Canada's largest independent online brokerage. This collaboration will make halal investing more accessible for the 1.8 million Muslims across Canada. Through this integration, Questrade customers can now seamlessly link their accounts to Zoya. This

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Nov 15, 2023 • 1 min read
Zoya Integrates with Alpaca to Enable Commission-Free Halal Investing
Zoya News

Zoya Integrates with Alpaca to Enable Commission-Free Halal Investing

At Zoya, our mission is to bridge Islamic values and modern finance. Through democratizing access to financial tools tailored for Muslims, we have rapidly grown to become a trusted platform for thousands worldwide. That's why today, we're thrilled to announce our integration with Alpaca, opening up

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Oct 27, 2023 • 1 min read
How to Purify Stocks: A Step-by-Step Guide
Fundamentals

How to Purify Stocks: A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to halal investing, one concept that's often met with considerable confusion is the act of purification. The intricacy of this process often leads to misunderstandings or skepticism, making it seem like a daunting task for many investors. Yet, understanding purification is key to maintaining a

  • Zoya Team
Zoya Team Sep 16, 2023 • 6 min read
Zoya Crosses $100 Million in Connected Assets
Zoya News

Zoya Crosses $100 Million in Connected Assets

Earlier this week, we crossed a significant milestone — our users are now collectively managing over $100 million in assets through Zoya. We consider this achievement a strong testament to the trust thousands of people place in Zoya as a tool to confidently manage their portfolios in alignment with their faith-based

  • Saad Malik
Saad Malik May 23, 2023 • 2 min read
6 Islamic Principles for Achieving Financial Wellbeing
Community Ideas

6 Islamic Principles for Achieving Financial Wellbeing

We live in a world that is consumer-driven, fast-paced, and ever-evolving. It can be easy to get caught up in chasing wealth and material possessions and lose sight of our true purpose as Muslims. The teachings of Islam provide us with a blueprint to help us navigate the balance between

  • Muhammad Lambat
Muhammad Lambat May 22, 2023 • 4 min read
Driving Unprecedented Impact This Ramadan Through Zakat
Zoya News

Driving Unprecedented Impact This Ramadan Through Zakat

This past Ramadan, we introduced a whole new way for you to be able to calculate and give zakat through Zoya. Today, we're thrilled to share that during the holy month, we processed calculations for over $360 million in portfolio assets, resulting in over $2.5 million in

  • Saad Malik
Saad Malik May 7, 2023 • 1 min read
The 10 Biggest Misconceptions About Money
Community Ideas

The 10 Biggest Misconceptions About Money

For centuries, money has been the subject of numerous misconceptions and myths, causing many people to adopt unhealthy attitudes toward wealth and financial management. This is true even in the Muslim world, where individuals from diverse backgrounds, social classes, and professions hold various perspectives about money, often shaped by their

  • Aladodo Abdus-Salam
Aladodo Abdus-Salam Apr 27, 2023 • 8 min read
A New Way to Calculate & Give Zakat with Zoya
Zoya News

A New Way to Calculate & Give Zakat with Zoya

At Zoya, we're committed to empowering Muslims around the world to take control of their financial future while staying true to their faith. As the trusted source for over 100,000 Muslim investors worldwide, Zoya is dedicated to making Shariah-compliant investing accessible and stress-free. Today, we are excited

  • Saad Malik
Saad Malik Apr 7, 2023 • 2 min read
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