Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 13, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. (GGAL) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. (GGAL) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 13, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/GGAL
Business activity
Involved in prohibited business activities.
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 GGAL
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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GGAL: Is Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. Halal?
Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A.
$36.02
Market Cap: 6.1B
Screened on a market cap of 9.3T
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About Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A.
Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. (GGAL) functions as a prominent financial services conglomerate, delivering an extensive array of financial solutions and products to both individual clients and corporate entities across Argentina. The company structures its diverse operations into several key segments: Banking, NaranjaX, Insurance, and other miscellaneous business ventures. Its comprehensive portfolio encompasses various deposit accounts, including savings, current, and checking options. GGAL also offers a wide spectrum of lending facilities such as personal, express, and mortgage loans, along with pledge and credit card-backed financing. Furthermore, it provides credit and debit cards, coupled with robust online banking capabilities. Beyond these core offerings, the group extends its services to include general financing and consumer credit solutions, electronic check processing, global custody, and Fima investment funds. It furnishes financial and capital market expertise—including foreign trade services and investment banking products like debt securities, short-term notes, commercial bills, and financial trusts—catering to individuals, corporations, and financial institutions alike. GGAL’s insurance division provides a broad range of coverage, including policies for robbery, personal accidents, group life, homeowners, individual life, comprehensive small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) protection, pet insurance, surety bonds, various risk policies, and technical insurance. For high-net-worth individuals, specialized private banking services are available, complemented by an innovative digital investment platform. As of December 31, 2021, the company maintained a significant physical presence, boasting 312 fully-equipped banking branches alongside an extensive network of 1,991 ATMs and self-service terminals. Founded in 1905, Grupo Financiero Galicia S.A. is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Sector: Financial Services · Industry: Banks - Regional
Why this does not pass
- Business activity: the company earns from an activity AAOIFI treats as prohibited.
- Interest-bearing debt is 32.3% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI limit.
- Interest-bearing deposits are over the 30% limit.
- Income from prohibited sources is over the 5% 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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Business Activity Screen
FailedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
- Prohibited industry: Banks - Regional
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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.