Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 17, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is HBT Financial, Inc. (HBT) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, HBT Financial, Inc. has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates HBT Financial, Inc. (HBT) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 17, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/HBT
Business activity
Involved in prohibited business activities.
Company debt
Well clear of 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 HBT
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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HBT Financial, Inc.
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Market Cap: 1.3B
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About HBT Financial, Inc.
HBT Financial, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Heartland Bank and Trust Company, offering a comprehensive suite of financial products and services. They cater to a diverse client base, including individuals, businesses, and municipal entities, providing retail, commercial, and business banking solutions. Their deposit offerings encompass a variety of options, such as non-interest and interest-bearing demand accounts, money market accounts, savings accounts, certificates of deposit (CDs), health savings accounts (HSAs), and individual retirement accounts (IRAs). The company's extensive lending portfolio spans commercial real estate (both owner-occupied and investment properties), construction and land development, multi-family housing, commercial and industrial (C&I) loans, agricultural and farmland financing, and one-to-four family residential mortgages, as well as municipal and consumer loans. Beyond traditional banking, HBT Financial also provides robust wealth management services. These include financial planning for consumers, trusts, and estates; trustee and custodial responsibilities; investment management; corporate retirement plan consulting and administration; and retail brokerage. Further extending its offerings, the company provides specialized services like farmland management, sales, and crop insurance, in addition to treasury management solutions. It also originates residential mortgage loans and subsequently sells them. Modern digital banking solutions are readily available, encompassing online and mobile banking platforms, various digital payment services, and personal financial management tools. The company maintains an extensive branch network, with 57 locations situated across Central and Northeastern Illinois, complemented by four branches in Eastern Iowa. Established in 1920, HBT Financial, Inc. was originally known as Heartland Bancorp, Inc., before adopting its current name in September 2019. The company's headquarters are located in Bloomington, Illinois.
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 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.