Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Citi Trends, 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 Citi Trends, Inc. (CTRN) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 18, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/CTRN
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 CTRN
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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CTRN: Is Citi Trends, Inc. Halal?
Citi Trends, Inc.
$48.70
-2.48%
Market Cap: 406.1M
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About Citi Trends, Inc.
Citi Trends, Inc. functions as a discount retail chain specializing in fashion apparel, accessories, and home goods. Its extensive product range includes a variety of clothing options for the entire family: men's fashion sportswear and footwear, women's sportswear, sleepwear, lingerie, and scrubs, as well as a selection of apparel, uniforms, and related accessories for children from newborns to teens. Beyond clothing, the company stocks a wide array of accessories and beauty items like handbags, luggage, jewelry, watches, eyewear, hats, and belts. It also provides essential undergarments and outerwear for both men and women. The home and lifestyle segment covers furnishings and decor for various rooms (bedroom, bathroom, kitchen), alongside a diverse selection of general merchandise, including food, tech gadgets, sporting goods, health products, seasonal decor, books, and toys. Citi Trends primarily serves African American and Latinx households across the United States. As of January 29, 2022, the company maintained a footprint of 609 stores located in both urban and rural communities across 33 U.S. states. Founded in 1946, the company initially operated as Allied Fashion, Inc., before officially changing its name to Citi Trends, Inc. in 2001. Its corporate headquarters are situated in Savannah, Georgia.
Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Apparel - Retail
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 55.4% 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
Halal
until the change above
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.