What is Macy's, Inc.'s Shariah compliance score?

Macy's, Inc.'s (M) compliance score is being calculated. Check HalalScreener.app for the latest AAOIFI screening results.

Does Macy's, Inc. pass AAOIFI screening?

Macy's, Inc. (M) does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening. AAOIFI requires: (1) no primary involvement in prohibited activities like alcohol, gambling, or conventional banking, (2) debt-to-market-cap below 30% (M: 41.1%), (3) interest-bearing deposits below 30%, and (4) prohibited income below 5%. HalalScreener provides free AAOIFI screening for 6,200+ stocks at halalscreener.app.

How much purification is needed for Macy's, Inc. stock?

Muslim investors purify the portion of dividends and realized gains that comes from non-permissible income by donating it to charity. HalalScreener's purification calculator at halalscreener.app/en/purification computes the exact percentage and amount for Macy's, Inc. (M) using the latest financial data.

Where can I screen Macy's, Inc. for Shariah compliance for free?

HalalScreener (halalscreener.app) offers free Shariah compliance screening for Macy's, Inc. (M) and 5,100+ other US-listed stocks, ETFs, and 100+ cryptocurrencies. The screening uses AAOIFI Standard No. 21 and shows the verdict, compliance grade, score, and debt ratio free. No credit card or signup required for basic screening; the full ratio breakdown is part of Pro. HalalScreener also includes an AI Islamic Scholar for follow-up questions about M's compliance across different madhabs (Hanafi, Shafi'i, Maliki, Hanbali, Ja'fari).

M: Is Macy's, Inc. Halal?

Macy's, Inc.

NYSEConsumer CyclicalUS

$25.15

+0.76%

Market Cap: 6.6B

Compliance Status

Not Halal

Screened on Aug 27, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

Non-Compliant

0Score

Is Macy's, Inc. (M) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Macy's, 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 Macy's, Inc. (M) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Aug 27, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/M

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Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Over the limit

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

41.1% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

Most scholars advise not holding M

It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.

See halal alternatives from the same sector further down this page

About Macy's, Inc.

Macy's, Inc. is a prominent retail enterprise that employs an omnichannel strategy, serving customers through its extensive network of physical department stores, dedicated e-commerce websites, and convenient mobile applications. The company offers a broad assortment of merchandise, including apparel and accessories for men, women, and children, cosmetics, home furnishings, and other general consumer goods. As of January 29, 2022, Macy's operated 725 department stores domestically in locations such as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Guam. These stores are branded under several well-known names like Macy's, Macy's Backstage, Market by Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Bloomingdale's The Outlet, Bloomies, and the beauty retailer bluemercury. Internationally, Macy's also extends its reach through licensing agreements, with operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Al Zahra, Kuwait. The company maintains a presence in the beauty and spa retail sector. Originally established in 1830, the company was previously known as Federated Department Stores, Inc. It officially changed its name to Macy's, Inc. in June 2007, and its corporate headquarters are located in New York, New York.

Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Department Stores

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Aug 27, 2026

Business Activity Screen

Passed

Checks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)

Peripheral exposure (still halal, purify this share)

2.0%

Primary business is permissible. AAOIFI allows up to 5% revenue from incidental non-compliant sources, provided the share is purified.

•Department Stores: estimated 2.0% peripheral exposure (AAOIFI industry average)

Use the Purification Calculator to compute exactly how much of your dividend income to donate.

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.

Fiscal: Q1 2026Data source: EDGAR

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macy's, Inc. (M) halal to invest in?

Macy's, Inc. (M) is rated Not Halal under AAOIFI Standard 21 screening. It fails either the business activity screen (primary involvement in prohibited sectors such as conventional banking, alcohol, or gambling) or one of the quantitative financial ratio thresholds. Muslim investors should avoid or exit this position.

Why did Macy's, Inc. get a F compliance rating?

Macy's, Inc. (M) received a grade of F (Non-Compliant) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 41.1% (limit 30%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.

What could change Macy's, Inc.'s Shariah verdict?

Macy's, 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 Macy's, Inc. re-screened for Shariah compliance?

Macy's, Inc. (M) 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 27, 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.