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
Investing Best Halal Investing Apps in 2026 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
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 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 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 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
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 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 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
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
Investor Stories Investor Stories: Ravil Iarullin Tell us about yourself I am 27 years old and originally from Tatarstan. Three years ago, I moved with my family to Lincoln, New Zealand. Recently, I obtained my first job as an IT specialist. What's your money story? I'm from a middle-class family, so
Fundamentals What Are Shariah Standards, and Why Do We Need Them? The Islamic finance world can seem complicated–there are several terms and concepts which you likely may not have heard before. One of those concepts is a shariah standard. If you have looked into halal investing (also sometimes referred to as shariah-compliant investing or Islamic investing), it’s probably
Fundamentals The Beginners Guide to Sukuk It is common for conventional investors to talk about diversifying their portfolio, often referring to a stock-to-bond split. What does this mean, and is this something you should consider as a Muslim investor? These investors are referring to the percentage of stocks and bonds they hold in their
