
HWBK: Is Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. Halal?
Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc.
$38.99
-0.20%
Market Cap: 269.1M
Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Aug 26, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. (HWBK) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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%.
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding HWBK
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
See halal alternatives from the same sector further down this page
About Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc.
Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. functions as the parent holding company for Hawthorn Bank, which delivers a full spectrum of financial services to both commercial clients and individual consumers. The institution offers various deposit accounts, such as checking, savings, money market, and individual retirement accounts, in addition to time deposits and certificates of deposit. Its lending portfolio encompasses commercial and industrial financing, personal installment and single payment loans, consumer credit, and both commercial and residential real estate loans. Furthermore, Hawthorn Bank provides specialized financing for equipment, operating capital, and Small Business Administration (SBA) loans. Customers also have access to debit and credit card services. Beyond conventional banking, the company furnishes trust services, including estate planning, investment management, and asset supervision. Other available resources include cash management solutions, secure safety deposit boxes, brokerage facilities, and convenient internet banking. The bank maintains a presence across Missouri with 23 branch locations, serving communities such as Jefferson City, Columbia, Clinton, Warsaw, Springfield, St. Louis, and the broader Kansas City metropolitan area. Hawthorn Bancshares, Inc. traces its origins back to 1865 and is headquartered in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Sector: Financial Services · Industry: Banks - Regional
Shariah Compliance Status
Business Activity Screen
FailedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
- Prohibited industry: Banks - Regional
Compliance History
Not Halal, unchanged since Aug 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since Aug 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.




