Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Hope Bancorp, Inc. (HOPE) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Hope Bancorp, Inc. has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates Hope Bancorp, Inc. (HOPE) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 18, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/HOPE
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 HOPE
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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Hope Bancorp, Inc.
$13.43
+0.22%
Market Cap: 1.7B
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About Hope Bancorp, Inc.
Hope Bancorp, Inc., established in 2000 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, functions as the parent entity for Bank of Hope. Through its subsidiary, Bank of Hope, it delivers a comprehensive suite of banking solutions to both individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises across the United States. Customers have access to a wide array of deposit accounts, encompassing personal and business checking, money market accounts, savings accounts, certificate of deposits, and individual retirement accounts. The institution's lending portfolio is extensive, covering various financial needs. For businesses, it offers commercial loans tailored for purposes such as working capital, inventory purchases, debt consolidation, business acquisitions, and other operational financing requirements. Furthermore, it provides real estate loans, Small Business Administration (SBA) loans, and a range of consumer credit products such as single-family mortgages, home equity lines, auto loans, credit cards, and personal loans. Beyond traditional banking, Hope Bancorp extends trade finance facilities, including the issuance and negotiation of letters of credit and management of documentary collections. It also offers warehouse lines of credit for mortgage originators and commercial equipment leasing solutions. Cash management services, such as remote deposit capture, lock box systems, and ACH origination, are available, alongside investment and wealth management advice. Digital banking options like mobile and internet banking are provided, complemented by debit card services, foreign exchange, automated teller machines, safe deposit boxes, and other standard banking provisions. As of December 31, 2021, the company maintained a significant physical presence, operating 47 full-service branches spanning California, Washington, Texas, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and Alabama. Its reach also includes SBA loan production offices in key metropolitan areas like Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Denver, Portland, Seattle, Fremont, and Southern California, in addition to a representative office located in Seoul, Korea.
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 34.0% 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.