GrafTech International Ltd.

EAF: Is GrafTech International Ltd. Halal?

GrafTech International Ltd.

NYSEIndustrialsUS

$5.89

+2.26%

Market Cap: 153.4M

Compliance Status

Not Halal

Screened on Jul 19, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

F

Non-Compliant

0Score

Is GrafTech International Ltd. (EAF) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, GrafTech International Ltd. 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.

Passed

Company debt

Over the limit

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

606.4% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

Most scholars advise not holding EAF

It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.

See halal alternatives from the same sector further down this page

About GrafTech International Ltd.

GrafTech International Ltd. is a global enterprise dedicated to the research, development, manufacturing, and sale of a diverse range of graphite and carbon-based solutions. The company's key offerings include graphite electrodes, which are crucial for the production of electric arc furnace steel and various other ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Additionally, it supplies petroleum needle coke, a specialized crystalline carbon compound integral to the fabrication of these graphite electrodes. GrafTech reaches its clientele through a multi-faceted sales approach, employing both its direct sales team and a network of independent representatives and distributors. The company, which was established in 1886, is headquartered in Brooklyn Heights, Ohio.

Sector: Industrials · Industry: Electrical Equipment & Parts

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Jul 19, 2026

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.

Fiscal: Q1 2026Data source: EDGAR
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is GrafTech International Ltd. (EAF) halal to invest in?
GrafTech International Ltd. (EAF) is rated Not Halal under AAOIFI Standard 21 screening. It fails either the business activity screen (primary involvement in prohibited sectors such as conventional banking, alcohol, or gambling) or one of the quantitative financial ratio thresholds. Muslim investors should avoid or exit this position.
Why did GrafTech International Ltd. get a F compliance rating?
GrafTech International Ltd. (EAF) received a grade of F (Non-Compliant) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 606.4% (limit 30%); interest-bearing deposits of 142.0% (limit 30%); prohibited income of 1.73% (limit 5%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change GrafTech International Ltd.'s Shariah verdict?
GrafTech International Ltd.'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 GrafTech International Ltd. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
GrafTech International Ltd. (EAF) 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: Jul 19, 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.