Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 13, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Aramark (ARMK) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Aramark 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 Aramark (ARMK) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 13, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/ARMK
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Over 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 ARMK
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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Aramark
$55.28
Market Cap: 14.6B
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About Aramark
Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Aramark, established in 1959, provides a comprehensive array of services encompassing food management, facility solutions, and uniform provision. The company serves a diverse global clientele, including educational institutions, healthcare providers, various businesses and industrial clients, sports and entertainment venues, leisure operators, and correctional facilities, both within the United States and internationally. Aramark organizes its operations into three primary divisions: U.S. Food and Support Services, International Food and Support Services, and Uniform and Career Apparel. Its extensive food-related offerings feature managed dining programs, catering solutions, food service management, and convenience retail options. This includes operating on-site restaurants, providing executive dining experiences, managing convenience stores, and offering beverage and vending services. For the sports, entertainment, and leisure sectors, it handles concessions, banquets, and event catering, in addition to retail sales, recreational, and lodging services. Furthermore, the company supplies specialized food services to correctional facilities. Beyond culinary services, Aramark delivers robust facility management and support services. In healthcare settings, this involves non-clinical assistance such as patient nutrition planning, retail food services, and procurement management. For various sites, it provides crucial operational support, including plant operations and maintenance, custodial and housekeeping services, energy management, groundskeeping, and capital project supervision. The company also handles broader facility management tasks like landscaping, transportation logistics, payment systems, and advisory services related to building operations. Specific to correctional environments, it oversees commissaries, laundry operations, and property rooms. Across multiple client types, it offers managed restroom services. Aramark is also a significant player in the uniform and apparel sector. Its services span the entire lifecycle of uniforms, from design, sourcing, and manufacturing to delivery, cleaning, maintenance, and marketing. Clients can rent a wide range of items, including various uniforms, specialized work attire, outerwear, particulate-free garments, and non-garment essentials such as floor mats, shop towels, and first aid supplies. The company was formerly known as ARAMARK Holdings Corporation before officially changing its name to Aramark in May 2014.
Sector: Industrials · Industry: Specialty Business Services
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 42.6% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI 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
Not Halalnow
since Jun 2026
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until the change above
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until the change above
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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.