Eagle Materials Inc.

EXP: Is Eagle Materials Inc. Halal?

Eagle Materials Inc.

NYSEBasic MaterialsUS

$203.63

-4.41%

Market Cap: 6.3B

Compliance Status

Doubtful

Screened on Jul 16, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

B+

Good

76Score

Is Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) halal? Doubtful. Based on AAOIFI screening, Eagle Materials Inc. passes the business activity screen but has financial ratios approaching AAOIFI limits with a compliance score of 76/100 (Grade: B+).

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 EXP, with caution

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

About Eagle Materials Inc.

Eagle Materials Inc., operating through its subsidiaries across the United States, stands as a key producer and supplier of both heavy construction and light building materials. The company's diverse operations are organized into distinct segments: Cement; Concrete and Aggregates; Gypsum Wallboard; and Recycled Paperboard. Its core activities involve the mining of limestone for the comprehensive manufacture, distribution, and sale of Portland cement, alongside the grinding and distribution of slag. Additionally, Eagle Materials extracts gypsum to produce and market gypsum wallboard, an essential product utilized for finishing interior walls and ceilings in residential, commercial, and industrial structures. The firm also engages in the production and sale of recycled paperboard, catering to the gypsum wallboard industry and other paperboard converters, while also providing containerboard and lightweight packaging grades. Furthermore, its product portfolio includes ready-mix concrete, complemented by the mining, extraction, and sale of various aggregates such as crushed stone, sand, and gravel. These fundamental materials are integral to a broad spectrum of projects, ranging from residential and commercial building construction to public infrastructure developments and the critical construction, expansion, and repair of roads and highways. Established in 1963, the company was initially known as Centex Construction Products, Inc. before rebranding to Eagle Materials Inc. in January 2004. Its corporate headquarters are located in Dallas, Texas.

Sector: Basic Materials · Industry: Construction Materials

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 Jul 16, 2026

Compliance History

  1. Doubtfulnow

    since Jul 2026

  2. Halal

    until the change above

  3. Doubtful

    until the change above

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

Fiscal: FY 2026Data source: EDGAR

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) halal to invest in?
Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) 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 Eagle Materials Inc. get a B+ compliance rating?
Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) received a grade of B+ (Good) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 27.9% (limit 30%); interest-bearing deposits of 0.3% (limit 30%); prohibited income of 0.05% (limit 5%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change Eagle Materials Inc.'s Shariah verdict?
Eagle Materials 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 Eagle Materials Inc. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
Eagle Materials Inc. (EXP) 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 16, 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.