Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 8, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is MainStreet Bancshares, Inc. (MNSB) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, MainStreet Bancshares, Inc. has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates MainStreet Bancshares, Inc. (MNSB) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 8, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/MNSB
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%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding MNSB
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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MNSB: Is MainStreet Bancshares, Inc. Halal?
MainStreet Bancshares, Inc.
$24.63
Market Cap: 175.3M
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About MainStreet Bancshares, Inc.
MainStreet Bancshares, Inc. operates as the parent entity for MainStreet Bank, which delivers a comprehensive suite of financial products and services. Its diverse offerings cater to individuals, small to mid-sized businesses, and professional service organizations. The bank provides various deposit accounts, including checking (both standard and interest-bearing, for consumers and businesses), savings, money market, NOW, sweep accounts, and certificates of deposit. Beyond core banking, it offers cash management, wire transfer, check imaging, remote deposit capture, and courier services, alongside internet bill payment and robust online and mobile banking solutions. Lending activities encompass commercial loans for government contracts, plant and equipment, general working capital, contract administration, and acquisitions. Furthermore, MainStreet Bank extends financing for commercial, construction, and residential real estate, as well as consumer loans such as term loans and overdraft protection. Debit and credit cards are also available. Incorporated in 2003 and based in Fairfax, Virginia, the company maintained six branches in Herndon, Fairfax, McLean, Leesburg, Clarendon, and Washington D.C., and supported access to 55,000 automated teller machines as of March 18, 2022.
Sector: Financial Services · Industry: Banks - Regional
Why this does not pass
- Business activity: the company earns from an activity AAOIFI treats as prohibited.
- Interest-bearing debt is 39.8% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI 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
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.
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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.