Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 14, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Ascentage Pharma Group International (AAPG) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Ascentage Pharma Group International passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates Ascentage Pharma Group International (AAPG) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 14, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/AAPG
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Close to the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding AAPG
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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AAPG: Is Ascentage Pharma Group International Halal?
Ascentage Pharma Group International
$15.37
Market Cap: 1.4B
Screened on a market cap of 9.2B
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About Ascentage Pharma Group International
Based in Suzhou, China, Ascentage Pharma Group International is a biotechnology firm primarily focused on clinical-stage development. The company is dedicated to discovering and advancing therapeutic solutions for a range of medical conditions, including various cancers, chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections, and age-related ailments. A cornerstone of its product pipeline is HQP1351, a BCR-ABL inhibitor specifically designed to address BCR-ABL1 mutants, notably those carrying the T315I mutation. The company's portfolio also encompasses APG-2575, an orally administered, selective Bcl-2 inhibitor aimed at treating hematologic malignancies and solid tumors. Another key asset, APG-115, is an oral small molecule that intervenes in MDM2-p53 protein-protein interactions, showing potential for both solid and blood cancers. Further bolstering its oncology efforts is APG-1252, a small molecule therapy engineered to reactivate programmed cell death (apoptosis) by dually inhibiting Bcl-2 and Bcl-xL proteins, targeting diseases such as small-cell lung cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, neuroendocrine tumors, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Beyond these, Ascentage is actively developing APG-1387, a small molecule apoptosis inhibitor designated for advanced solid tumors and chronic HBV. Its pipeline also features APG-2449, an oral inhibitor of FAK, ROS1, and ALK kinases; APG-5918, a selective, orally available embryonic ectoderm development inhibitor; APG-265, an MDM2 protein degrader; and UBX1967/1325, which are additional Bcl-2 inhibitors. In addition to its core pharmaceutical activities, the company engages in medical research, clinical trial operations, venture capital investments, and offers rental and technology promotion services. Ascentage Pharma also cultivates strategic partnerships with various biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, alongside research institutions. The company was founded in 2009.
Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Biotechnology
Why this does not pass
- Income from prohibited sources is over the 5% limit.
Screened under AAOIFI Standard 21. The exact figure behind this is part of Pro; the failing check and its limit are always free.
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Compliance History
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since Aug 2026
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.
Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.
