Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 16, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Groupon, Inc. (GRPN) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Groupon, Inc. 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 Groupon, Inc. (GRPN) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 16, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/GRPN
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 GRPN
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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Groupon, Inc.
$16.57
Market Cap: 673.8M
Screened on a market cap of 749.5M
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About Groupon, Inc.
Groupon, Inc., encompassing its various subsidiary entities, operates a digital platform designed to connect shoppers with businesses. The company's operational scope is geographically segmented into two primary areas: North America and its International markets. Its business model involves facilitating the sale of goods and services provided by external merchants, alongside offering items directly from its own inventory. Access to these offerings is primarily granted to customers via its proprietary mobile applications and official websites. The organization was originally established as ThePoint.com, Inc., before officially adopting the name Groupon, Inc. in October 2008. Founded in 2008, Groupon's corporate headquarters are situated in Chicago, Illinois.
Sector: Communication Services · Industry: Internet Content & Information
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 41.0% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI limit.
- Interest-bearing deposits are over the 30% 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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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.