VAALCO Energy, Inc.

EGY: Is VAALCO Energy, Inc. Halal?

VAALCO Energy, Inc.

NYSEEnergyUS

$5.27

-1.13%

Market Cap: 549.4M

Compliance Status

Doubtful

Screened on Sep 3, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

B+

Good

73Score

Is VAALCO Energy, Inc. (EGY) halal? Doubtful. Based on AAOIFI screening, VAALCO Energy, Inc. passes the business activity screen but has financial ratios approaching AAOIFI limits with a compliance score of 73/100 (Grade: B+).

Quote this verdict

HalalScreener rates VAALCO Energy, Inc. (EGY) Doubtful, 73/100, grade B+ under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Sep 3, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/EGY

Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Close to the limit

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

27.9% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

You may own EGY, with caution

Its numbers sit close to AAOIFI limits. Cautious investors may prefer alternatives or ask a scholar first.

Purification amount is Pro

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

About VAALCO Energy, Inc.

VAALCO Energy, an independent oil and gas enterprise, focuses on the acquisition, exploration, development, and extraction of crude oil and natural gas resources. Its primary asset is the Etame production sharing contract, covering the offshore Etame Marin block situated off the coast of Gabon in West Africa. Furthermore, the company maintains stakes in an unexploited offshore block within Equatorial Guinea, also located in West Africa. Established in 1985, VAALCO Energy, Inc. operates from its headquarters in Houston, Texas.

Sector: Energy · Industry: Oil & Gas Exploration & Production

Why This Stock Is Doubtful

  • Debt is 27.9% of market cap, only 2.1 points below the 30% AAOIFI limit

Stocks are marked Doubtful when financial ratios pass but approach AAOIFI thresholds. Consider consulting a qualified scholar for a definitive ruling.

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Sep 3, 2026

Compliance History

  1. Doubtfulnow

    since Aug 2026

  2. Halal

    until the change above

  3. Not Halal

    until the change above

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

Fiscal: Q2 2026Data source: EDGAR
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is VAALCO Energy, Inc. (EGY) halal to invest in?
VAALCO Energy, Inc. (EGY) is rated Doubtful under AAOIFI Standard 21. It passes the business activity screen but one or more financial ratios are approaching (though not yet exceeding) the AAOIFI thresholds (30% for debt and interest deposits, 5% for prohibited income). Consult a qualified Islamic finance scholar for a personal ruling.
Why did VAALCO Energy, Inc. get a B+ compliance rating?
VAALCO Energy, Inc. (EGY) received a grade of B+ (Good) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 27.9% (limit 30%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change VAALCO Energy, Inc.'s Shariah verdict?
VAALCO Energy, Inc.'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 VAALCO Energy, Inc. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
VAALCO Energy, Inc. (EGY) 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: Sep 3, 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.