Dawson Geophysical Company

DWSN: Is Dawson Geophysical Company Halal?

Dawson Geophysical Company

NASDAQEnergyUS

$4.33

-2.70%

Market Cap: 134.5M

Compliance Status

Halal

Screened on Aug 12, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

A+

Excellent

90Score

Is Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) halal? Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Dawson Geophysical Company passes both qualitative (business activity) and quantitative (financial ratio) screens with a compliance score of 90/100 (Grade: A+).

Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Well clear of the limit

How much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.

8.3% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

You can own DWSN

It passes both the business activity and financial ratio screens under AAOIFI Standard 21.

Purification amount is Pro

We have screened DWSN's prohibited income, but the exact share you would need to purify is part of Pro.

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About Dawson Geophysical Company

Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) specializes in the collection and interpretation of onshore seismic data, operating across both the United States and Canada. They are adept at capturing and analyzing various forms of seismic information—including 2D, 3D, and multi-component datasets—for a diverse clientele. This includes major and independent oil and gas firms, alongside entities that manage multi-client data repositories. Their field teams primarily furnish this geological data to businesses involved in locating and developing petroleum resources, encompassing operations on land and within transitional zones where land meets water. Additionally, Dawson extends its services to the potash mining sector. Established in 1952 and headquartered in Midland, Texas, Dawson Geophysical Company operates as a subsidiary under Wilks Brothers, LLC.

Sector: Energy · Industry: Oil & Gas Equipment & Services

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Aug 12, 2026

Compliance History

Halal, unchanged since Aug 2026.

No status changes recorded since we began tracking.

Tracked since Aug 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.

Fiscal: Q1 2026Data source: FMP
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) halal to invest in?
Based on AAOIFI Standard 21 screening, Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) is rated Halal with a compliance grade of A+ (Excellent). It passes both the business activity screen (no primary involvement in prohibited sectors) and the quantitative financial ratio screen (debt, interest deposits, and prohibited income all below AAOIFI thresholds).
Why did Dawson Geophysical Company get a A+ compliance rating?
Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) received a grade of A+ (Excellent) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 8.3% (limit 30%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change Dawson Geophysical Company's Shariah verdict?
Dawson Geophysical Company's verdict is re-evaluated at each annual re-screen. Three events could change it: (1) the debt-to-market-cap ratio crossing 30%, typically from new debt issuance or a major drop in share price; (2) interest-bearing deposits exceeding 30% of market cap; or (3) prohibited revenue (alcohol, gambling, conventional finance, etc.) exceeding 5% of total revenue. Verdict flips are tracked in the compliance history section above.
How often is Dawson Geophysical Company re-screened for Shariah compliance?
Dawson Geophysical Company (DWSN) is re-screened annually using the most recent full-year financial data from SEC filings. HalalScreener also triggers an on-demand re-screen whenever the stored data is more than 7 days old, ensuring the ratios reflect the latest available financial statements. Last screened: Aug 12, 2026.

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.