Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 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).
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HalalScreener rates Dine Brands Global, Inc. (DIN) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 18, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/DIN
Business activity
Its main business is permissible, with some incidental non-compliant revenue.
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 DIN
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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Dine Brands Global, Inc.
$32.02
-2.97%
Market Cap: 405.3M
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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
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 293.5% 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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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.
- •Estimated 2.0% of revenue from non-compliant sources. This is an average for Restaurants, not a figure the company reports.
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Pro members can verify every number behind it: interest-bearing deposits, prohibited income breakdown, and the full AAOIFI math.
Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
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.