
DIN: Is Dine Brands Global, Inc. Halal?
Dine Brands Global, Inc.
$35.91
-1.24%
Market Cap: 455.5M
Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Jul 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Dine Brands Global, Inc. (DIN) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Dine Brands Global, Inc. passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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%.
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding DIN
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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About Dine Brands Global, Inc.
Dine Brands Global, Inc., along with its associated entities, manages a portfolio of full-service dining establishments, utilizing various models including direct ownership, franchising agreements, operational oversight, and property leasing, both domestically in the U.S. and across global markets. The enterprise structures its business into five principal divisions: Applebee's Franchise Management, IHOP Franchise Management, Real Estate Leasing, Financial Services, and Corporate Restaurant Operations. It holds ownership and franchising rights for two prominent restaurant brands: Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, a casual dining concept specializing in the bar and grill segment, and IHOP, a well-known name in the family dining sector. Applebee's locations feature classic American cuisine complemented by a selection of beverages, while IHOP establishments are recognized for their extensive table service and diverse food and drink menu. As of the close of 2021, the company's network encompassed 1,611 franchised Applebee's eateries and 1,751 IHOP outlets operating under either franchise or area license agreements. Furthermore, Dine Brands participates in the leasing or subleasing of 598 IHOP franchised properties and two Applebee's franchised properties, in addition to providing financial solutions for franchise fees and equipment acquisition. Formerly operating as DineEquity, Inc., the firm adopted its current designation, Dine Brands Global, Inc., in February 2018. Established in 1958, its corporate headquarters are situated in Glendale, California.
Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Restaurants
Shariah Compliance Status
Business Activity Screen
PassedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
Primary business is permissible. AAOIFI allows up to 5% revenue from incidental non-compliant sources, provided the share is purified.
- •Restaurants: estimated 2.0% peripheral exposure (AAOIFI industry average)
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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.




