Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 14, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is iQIYI, Inc. (IQ) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, iQIYI, 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 iQIYI, Inc. (IQ) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 14, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/IQ
Business activity
Its main business is permissible, with some incidental non-compliant revenue.
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 IQ
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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IQ: Is iQIYI, Inc. Halal?
iQIYI, Inc.
$0.95
Market Cap: 917.9M
Screened on a market cap of 6.4B
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About iQIYI, Inc.
Operating under the iQIYI brand, iQIYI, Inc. is a prominent provider of online entertainment services throughout the People's Republic of China. Its extensive portfolio of offerings encompasses internet video content, online gaming, live streaming events, digital literature, animated productions, e-commerce solutions, and a social media platform. A central feature is its video content platform, which curates a vast library of internet video, sourced both from licensed third-party professional creators and its own in-house productions. Revenue streams also include subscription-based memberships, content licensing and distribution, and online advertising. Specific offerings further include iQIYI Show, a real-time live streaming platform where users can engage with preferred hosts, public figures, and programs. Additionally, iQIYI Lite offers a streamlined and personalized video viewing experience, tailoring content recommendations to individual user tastes. Beyond its core media services, iQIYI is also active in talent management, intellectual property (IP) licensing, and the ongoing development of a dedicated video community application. Originally incorporated as Qiyi.com, Inc., the company officially adopted the name iQIYI, Inc. in November 2017. Established in 2009, iQIYI is headquartered in Beijing, China, and operates as a subsidiary of Baidu Holdings Limited.
Sector: Communication Services · Industry: Entertainment
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 220.7% 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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Business Activity Screen
PassedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
Primary business is permissible. AAOIFI allows up to 5% revenue from incidental non-compliant sources, provided the share is purified.
- •Estimated 3.0% of revenue from non-compliant sources. This is an average for Entertainment, not a figure the company reports.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
Compliance History
Not Halalnow
since Aug 2026
Under Review
until the change above
Not Halal
until the change above
Tracked since Jun 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.