Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 15, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Banco Macro S.A. (BMA) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Banco Macro S.A. has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates Banco Macro S.A. (BMA) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 15, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/BMA
Business activity
Involved in prohibited business activities.
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 BMA
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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Banco Macro S.A.
$64.04
Market Cap: 4.1B
Screened on a market cap of 6.2T
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About Banco Macro S.A.
Banco Macro S.A. operates as a leading financial services institution in Argentina, providing a broad spectrum of banking products and solutions to both individual consumers and corporate entities nationwide. For its retail customers, the bank offers essential services such as current and savings accounts, along with term deposit options. It also supplies a range of credit and debit cards, various loan products including personal, consumer finance, mortgage, and auto loans, as well as overdraft facilities. Additional services encompass credit-related support, home and vehicle insurance policies, convenient tax and utility bill payment methods, and money transfer capabilities, all accessible through its extensive network of ATMs. Retail offerings further extend to document discounting and pledged loan options. Corporate clients benefit from a specialized suite of services, including diverse deposit accounts, lending facilities such as working capital and investment project financing, guaranteed loans, and credit lines for international trade. The company also provides check cashing advances, factoring, leasing solutions, and comprehensive cash management services. Other offerings include trust administration, payroll services, financial agency support, corporate credit cards, and other tailored products. Furthermore, the bank facilitates transactional needs through cash management, collection services, supplier payment processing, foreign exchange transactions, and foreign trade support, augmented by information services like Datanet and Interpymes. Short-term and medium-to-long-term corporate financing are also available. Both retail and corporate segments are supported by the bank's digital channels, offering internet and mobile banking services. As of December 31, 2021, Banco Macro maintained a significant physical presence throughout Argentina, operating 466 branches, 1,779 automated teller machines, and 955 self-service terminals, alongside various other customer touchpoints. The institution was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Sector: Financial Services · Industry: Banks - Regional
Why this does not pass
- Business activity: the company earns from an activity AAOIFI treats as prohibited.
- 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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Business Activity Screen
FailedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
- Prohibited industry: Banks - Regional
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.