Embotelladora Andina S.A.

AKO-A: Is Embotelladora Andina S.A. Halal?

Embotelladora Andina S.A.

NYSEConsumer DefensiveCL

$22.33

-6.80%

Market Cap: 3.5B

Compliance Status

Not Halal

Screened on Jul 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

F

Non-Compliant

0Score

Is Embotelladora Andina S.A. (AKO-A) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Embotelladora Andina S.A. has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).

Business activity

Involved in prohibited business activities.

Failed

Company debt

Well clear of the limit

How much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.

0.0% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

Most scholars advise not holding AKO-A

It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.

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About Embotelladora Andina S.A.

Embotelladora Andina S.A., operating through its various subsidiaries, is a prominent entity involved in the manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of Coca-Cola branded beverages throughout Chile, Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay. Beyond its core Coca-Cola offerings, the company boasts a comprehensive portfolio that includes a diverse array of non-alcoholic options such as fruit juices, various fruit-flavored drinks, sports beverages, sparkling and still mineral or purified waters, and hard seltzers. Furthermore, Embotelladora Andina S.A. is a manufacturer of packaging materials, producing both conventional and returnable PET bottles, preforms, cases, and plastic caps. Its product reach extends to iced teas and mate-based drinks, and it also handles the sales and distribution of lactose-free dairy products and seed-based beverages. Additionally, the company acts as a distributor for an extensive selection of other consumer goods, comprising energy drinks, wines, ciders, and spirits. It also manages the distribution of frozen products, including ice cream under the Guallarauco brand, and a variety of beers from well-known labels such as Bavaria, Kaiser, Sol, Therezópolis, Estrella Galícia, Tiger, and Eisenbahn. These products are primarily channeled to consumers via small retail stores, restaurants, bars, supermarkets, and through a network of independent distributors. Embotelladora Andina S.A. was established in 1946 and its corporate headquarters are located in Santiago, Chile.

Sector: Consumer Defensive · Industry: Beverages - Non-Alcoholic

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Jul 18, 2026

Business Activity Screen

Failed

Checks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)

  • Prohibited activity detected: beer
  • Prohibited activity detected: wine
  • Prohibited activity detected: spirits

Compliance History

Not Halal, unchanged since May 2026.

No status changes recorded since we began tracking.

Tracked since May 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.

Fiscal: N/AData source: FMP

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Embotelladora Andina S.A. (AKO-A) halal to invest in?
Embotelladora Andina S.A. (AKO-A) is rated Not Halal under AAOIFI Standard 21 screening. It fails either the business activity screen (primary involvement in prohibited sectors such as conventional banking, alcohol, or gambling) or one of the quantitative financial ratio thresholds. Muslim investors should avoid or exit this position.
Why did Embotelladora Andina S.A. get a F compliance rating?
Embotelladora Andina S.A. (AKO-A) received a grade of F (Non-Compliant) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 0.0% (limit 30%); interest-bearing deposits of 0.0% (limit 30%); prohibited income of 0.00% (limit 5%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change Embotelladora Andina S.A.'s Shariah verdict?
Embotelladora Andina S.A.'s verdict is re-evaluated at each annual re-screen. Three events could change it: (1) the debt-to-market-cap ratio crossing 30%, typically from new debt issuance or a major drop in share price; (2) interest-bearing deposits exceeding 30% of market cap; or (3) prohibited revenue (alcohol, gambling, conventional finance, etc.) exceeding 5% of total revenue. Verdict flips are tracked in the compliance history section above.
How often is Embotelladora Andina S.A. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
Embotelladora Andina S.A. (AKO-A) is re-screened annually using the most recent full-year financial data from SEC filings. HalalScreener also triggers an on-demand re-screen whenever the stored data is more than 7 days old, ensuring the ratios reflect the latest available financial statements. Last screened: Jul 18, 2026.

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.