Lending your shares for a fee is impermissible according to AAOIFI, a leading standard-setter for Islamic finance, and the Fiqh Council of North America (FCNA). Jordan's General Iftaa' Department also prohibits lending company shares, and Mufti Faraz Adam says most scholars hold this view. IBKR'

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

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

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

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

Sukuk (Islamic investment certificates, also called Islamic bonds) are securities that give you part ownership of a real asset, project or business. Instead of riba (interest) on a loan, you receive a share of the rent or profit that asset earns, and the issuer usually buys the asset back at

NFTs are not inherently halal or haram. See what you actually buy, what scholars say, how royalties and crypto payments are judged and how zakat applies.