
ETSY: Is Etsy, Inc. Halal?
Etsy, Inc.
$81.72
+0.78%
Market Cap: 7.8B
Compliance Status
Doubtful
Screened on Aug 30, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Fair
Is Etsy, Inc. (ETSY) halal? Doubtful. Based on AAOIFI screening, Etsy, Inc. passes the business activity screen but has financial ratios approaching AAOIFI limits with a compliance score of 56/100 (Grade: C+).
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HalalScreener rates Etsy, Inc. (ETSY) Doubtful, 56/100, grade C+ under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Aug 30, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/ETSY
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Close to the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
What this means for you
You may own ETSY, 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 ETSY's prohibited income, but the exact share you would need to purify is part of Pro.
About Etsy, Inc.
Etsy, Inc. oversees online retail platforms designed to link independent merchants with a global customer base. Its primary marketplace is dedicated to unique and handcrafted items, while its Depop division focuses on the resale of apparel. The company's revenue streams largely originate from diverse marketplace fees, such as those for product listings, transactions, and payment processing, as well as from advertising services and optional seller utilities like shipping labels. Furthermore, Etsy administers programs aimed at improving search placement, providing buyer protection for qualifying orders, and offering financial incentives for seller-driven traffic. The enterprise was founded in 2005, formally incorporated as Indieco, Inc. in 2006, and then rebranded as Etsy, Inc. in June of the same year. Its corporate headquarters are located in Brooklyn, New York.
Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Specialty Retail
Why This Stock Is Doubtful
- Debt is 29.4% of market cap, only 0.6 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
Compliance History
Doubtfulnow
since Aug 2026
Not Halal
until the change above
Doubtful
until the change above
Not Halal
until the change above
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.