Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 15, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is First Advantage Corporation (FA) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, First Advantage Corporation passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates First Advantage Corporation (FA) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 15, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/FA
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Over the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding FA
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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First Advantage Corporation
$19.18
Market Cap: 3.3B
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About First Advantage Corporation
First Advantage Corporation (FA) is a global technology firm that delivers solutions centered on human capital, specializing in verification, screening, safety protocols, and regulatory adherence. The company provides an extensive array of services both before and after an individual joins an organization. For pre-employment needs, their offerings encompass criminal background checks, drug and health screenings, verification for an extended workforce, FBI channeling, identity confirmation including biometric fraud mitigation tools, validation of educational and professional histories, driver record checks and compliance, healthcare credential verification, and specialized executive screening, alongside other assessment products. Beyond the initial hiring phase, their post-onboarding solutions include continuous monitoring for criminal records, healthcare sanctions, motor vehicle records, social media activity, and global sanctions and licenses. Furthermore, First Advantage extends its expertise to areas such as fleet and vehicle compliance management, assistance with securing hiring tax credits and incentives, screening services for residents and tenants, and investigative research. These diverse services cater to professionals in various departments, including human resources, recruitment, risk management, compliance, vendor relations, and security, across enterprises of all sizes – from global corporations to mid-sized and small businesses. Established in Atlanta, Georgia, in 2003, First Advantage Corporation was previously known as Fastball Intermediate, Inc., adopting its current name in March 2021.
Sector: Industrials · Industry: Specialty Business Services
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 61.4% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI limit.
Screened under AAOIFI Standard 21. The exact figure behind this is part of Pro; the failing check and its limit are always free.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
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.
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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.