Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Bausch Health Companies Inc. (BHC) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Bausch Health Companies Inc. 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 Bausch Health Companies Inc. (BHC) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 18, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/BHC
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 BHC
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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BHC: Is Bausch Health Companies Inc. Halal?
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
$6.30
-0.16%
Market Cap: 2.4B
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About Bausch Health Companies Inc.
Bausch Health Companies Inc., together with its associated entities, is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of a diverse portfolio of pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and over-the-counter remedies. Its primary therapeutic focus areas include ophthalmology, digestive health, and dermatology. The enterprise conducts its operations through five principal divisions: Bausch + Lomb, Salix, International Rx, Ortho Dermatologics, and Diversified Products. The Bausch + Lomb segment is dedicated to vision care, encompassing surgical instruments, consumer eye health products, and ophthalmic pharmaceuticals. Salix specializes in delivering gastroenterology-specific products exclusively within the United States. The International Rx division markets Solta products, a range of branded and generic pharmaceuticals, OTC items, medical devices, and Bausch + Lomb offerings across diverse geographies including Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East. Ortho Dermatologics focuses on dermatological products in the U.S., in addition to distributing Solta's medical aesthetic devices globally. Finally, the Diversified Products segment supplies pharmaceutical solutions for neurology and other therapeutic categories, as well as generic medications and dental products, all within the U.S. The company was formerly known as Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc., officially changing its name to Bausch Health Companies Inc. in July 2018. Its corporate headquarters are located in Laval, Canada.
Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 880.3% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI limit.
- Interest-bearing deposits are over the 30% 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 Halal, unchanged since May 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since May 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.
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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.