What is Manchester United plc's Shariah compliance score?

Manchester United plc (MANU) has a Shariah compliance score of 55/100 (Grade: C+, Fair). AAOIFI Standard No. 21 requires: (1) no primary involvement in prohibited activities like alcohol, gambling, or conventional banking, (2) debt-to-market-cap below 30%, (3) interest-bearing deposits below 30%, and (4) prohibited income below 5%.

Does Manchester United plc pass AAOIFI screening?

Manchester United plc (MANU) is rated Doubtful under AAOIFI Shariah screening, which is neither a clear pass nor a clear fail. AAOIFI Standard No. 21 requires: (1) no primary involvement in prohibited activities like alcohol, gambling, or conventional banking, (2) debt-to-market-cap below 30%, (3) interest-bearing deposits below 30%, and (4) prohibited income below 5%. MANU's debt-to-market-cap is 26.2%.

How much purification is needed for Manchester United plc?

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 percentage and amount for Manchester United plc (MANU) using the latest financial data.

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Compliance Status

Doubtful

Screened on Oct 19, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

C+

Fair

55Score

Is Manchester United plc (MANU) halal? Doubtful. Based on AAOIFI screening, Manchester United plc passes the business activity screen but has financial ratios approaching AAOIFI limits with a compliance score of 55/100 (Grade: C+).

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HalalScreener rates Manchester United plc (MANU) Doubtful, 55/100, grade C+ under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 19, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/MANU

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Business activity

Its main business is permissible, with some incidental non-compliant revenue.

Passed

Company debt

Close to the limit

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

26.2% of 30.0% limit

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What this means for you

You may own MANU, with caution

Its numbers sit close to AAOIFI limits. Cautious investors may prefer alternatives or ask a scholar first.

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MANU: Is Manchester United plc Halal?

Manchester United plc

NYSECommunication ServicesGB

$20.31

-1.31%

Market Cap: 3.5B

Screened on a market cap of 2.6B

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About Manchester United plc

Manchester United plc, together with its subsidiaries, operates a professional sports team in the United Kingdom. The company is involved in marketing and sponsorship relationships with international and regional companies to commercialize its brand. It also markets and sells sports apparel, training and leisure wear, and other clothing; and other licensed products, such as coffee mugs and home accessories featuring the Manchester United brand and trademarks through Manchester United branded retail centers and e-commerce platforms, and through partners’ wholesale distribution channels. In addition, the company distributes live football content directly, as well as through commercial partners; television rights relating to the Premier League, Union of European Football Associations club competitions, and other competitions, as well as delivers Manchester United programming through the MUTV television channel to territories worldwide. Further, it operates Old Trafford, a sports venue, as well as owns or leases, and invests in properties. The company was formerly known as Manchester United Ltd. changed its name to Manchester United plc in August 2012. Manchester United plc was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Manchester, the United Kingdom.

Sector: Communication Services · Industry: Entertainment

Why This Stock Is Doubtful

Interest-bearing debt is 26.2% of market cap, only 3.8 points below the 30% AAOIFI limit.

Stocks are marked Doubtful when financial ratios pass but approach AAOIFI thresholds. Consider consulting a qualified scholar for a definitive ruling.

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Oct 19, 2026

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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)

3.0%

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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Compliance History

Doubtfulnow
since Sep 2026
Halal
until the change above
Under Review
until the change above
Halal
until the change above

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

Fiscal: FY 2026Data source: FMP

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Manchester United plc (MANU) halal to invest in?

Manchester United plc (MANU) is rated Doubtful under AAOIFI Standard 21. It passes the business activity screen but one or more financial ratios are approaching (though not yet exceeding) the AAOIFI thresholds (30% for debt and interest deposits, 5% for prohibited income). Consult a qualified Islamic finance scholar for a personal ruling.

Why did Manchester United plc get a C+ compliance rating?

Manchester United plc (MANU) received a grade of C+ (Fair) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 26.2% (limit 30%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.

What could change Manchester United plc's Shariah verdict?

Manchester United plc'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 Manchester United plc re-screened for Shariah compliance?

Manchester United plc (MANU) 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: Oct 19, 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.