Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 10, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Cemtrex, Inc. (CETX) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Cemtrex, 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 Cemtrex, Inc. (CETX) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 10, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/CETX
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 CETX
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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CETX: Is Cemtrex, Inc. Halal?
Cemtrex, Inc.
$2.05
Market Cap: 3.5M
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About Cemtrex, Inc.
Cemtrex, Inc. operates as a global technology company with a presence in the United States and internationally. Its operations are structured into two main divisions: Advanced Technologies and Industrial Services. The Advanced Technologies segment specializes in providing Internet of Things (IoT) products and smart devices, including its SmartDesk brand. These offerings serve various sectors such as mobile computing, web development, virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) applications, wearable tech, and television. This division also furnishes security and video surveillance systems, along with VR/AR solutions, for a wide array of commercial and industrial purposes. Its specific products in this area include browser-based video monitoring platforms, analytics-driven recognition systems, cameras, servers, and access control mechanisms. These are deployed for security and oversight across diverse environments, including industrial and commercial facilities, federal prisons, hospitals, universities, schools, and federal and state government offices. The Industrial Services segment delivers end-to-end solutions for rigging, millwrighting, in-plant maintenance, equipment setup, relocation, and dismantling. It expertly installs high-precision machinery for various industrial markets, such as the automotive, printing and graphics, industrial automation, packaging, and chemicals sectors. Additionally, this segment offers maintenance and contracting support for manufacturers in machinery, packaging, printing, chemicals, and other industries. Founded in 1998 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company was formerly known as Diversified American Holding, Inc. until its renaming to Cemtrex, Inc. in December 2004.
Sector: Technology · Industry: Software - Infrastructure
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 471.4% 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 Aug 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since Aug 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.