H&R Block, Inc.

HRB: Is H&R Block, Inc. Halal?

H&R Block, Inc.

NYSEConsumer CyclicalUS

$45.93

-0.56%

Market Cap: 5.8B

Compliance Status

Halal

Screened on Aug 30, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

B

Acceptable

69Score

Is H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) halal? Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, H&R Block, Inc. passes both qualitative (business activity) and quantitative (financial ratio) screens with a compliance score of 69/100 (Grade: B).

Quote this verdict

HalalScreener rates H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) Halal, 69/100, grade B under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Aug 30, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/HRB

Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Within the limit

How much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.

22.4% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

You can own HRB

It passes both the business activity and financial ratio screens under AAOIFI Standard 21.

Purification amount is Pro

We have screened HRB's prohibited income, but the exact share you would need to purify is part of Pro.

About H&R Block, Inc.

H&R Block, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides assisted and do-it-yourself (DIY) tax return preparation services in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The company also provides Refund Transfers, that enable clients to receive their tax refunds by their chosen method of disbursement; Peace of Mind extended service plans, that represents clients when audited and assumes the cost; H&R Block Emerald Prepaid Mastercard and Spruce, which are debit cards that can be used for everyday purchases and ATM withdrawals; H&R Block Emerald Advance term loans; Tax Identity Shield that provides clients assistance in helping protect their tax identity and access to services to help restore their tax identity; refund advance loans; and H&R Block Instant Refund. In addition, it offers small business financial solutions to manage finances, including payment processing, payroll, and bookkeeping services. The company its solutions through in-person; a system of retail offices operated directly by the company or its franchisees; and online and mobile applications, virtual, and desktop software. H&R Block, Inc. was incorporated in 1955 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.

Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Personal Products & Services

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Aug 30, 2026

Compliance History

  1. Halalnow

    since Aug 2026

  2. Doubtful

    until the change above

  3. Not Halal

    until the change above

Tracked since May 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.

Fiscal: FY 2026Data source: EDGAR
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) halal to invest in?
Based on AAOIFI Standard 21 screening, H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) is rated Halal with a compliance grade of B (Acceptable). It passes both the business activity screen (no primary involvement in prohibited sectors) and the quantitative financial ratio screen (debt, interest deposits, and prohibited income all below AAOIFI thresholds).
Why did H&R Block, Inc. get a B compliance rating?
H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) received a grade of B (Acceptable) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 22.4% (limit 30%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change H&R Block, Inc.'s Shariah verdict?
H&R Block, Inc.'s verdict is re-evaluated at each annual re-screen. Three events could change it: (1) the debt-to-market-cap ratio crossing 30%, typically from new debt issuance or a major drop in share price; (2) interest-bearing deposits exceeding 30% of market cap; or (3) prohibited revenue (alcohol, gambling, conventional finance, etc.) exceeding 5% of total revenue. Verdict flips are tracked in the compliance history section above.
How often is H&R Block, Inc. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
H&R Block, Inc. (HRB) is re-screened annually using the most recent full-year financial data from SEC filings. HalalScreener also triggers an on-demand re-screen whenever the stored data is more than 7 days old, ensuring the ratios reflect the latest available financial statements. Last screened: Aug 30, 2026.

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.