Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 19, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is M&T Bank Corporation (MTB) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, M&T Bank Corporation has involvement in prohibited business activities with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates M&T Bank Corporation (MTB) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 19, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/MTB
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 MTB
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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MTB: Is M&T Bank Corporation Halal?
M&T Bank Corporation
$215.16
-1.60%
Market Cap: 31.1B
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About M&T Bank Corporation
M&T Bank Corporation functions as a bank holding entity, delivering a broad spectrum of financial solutions to both commercial enterprises and individual consumers. Its Business Banking division caters to small businesses and professionals, providing essential services such as deposit accounts, credit facilities, and treasury management solutions. The Commercial Banking arm extends its reach to middle-market and large corporate clients, supplying a robust suite of offerings including deposit products, commercial loans and leases, letters of credit, and sophisticated cash management tools. Dedicated to Commercial Real Estate, the company engages in the origination, sale, and servicing of commercial property loans, alongside offering deposit services tailored for this sector. The Discretionary Portfolio segment focuses on internal financial management, overseeing deposits, investment securities, residential real estate loans, and other assets, while also managing short- and long-term borrowed funds and foreign exchange operations. Through its Residential Mortgage Banking segment, M&T originates home loans for consumers, subsequently selling these loans in the secondary market. It also acquires servicing rights for loans initially originated by other institutions. The Retail Banking segment serves individual customers with a diverse array of financial products, including demand, savings, and time deposit accounts; various consumer installment loans such as automobile and recreational vehicle financing; home equity loans and lines of credit; credit cards; and investment vehicles like mutual funds and annuities. Beyond these, M&T Bank offers specialized financial services encompassing trust and wealth management, fiduciary and custodial services, insurance brokerage, institutional securities services, and investment management. Customers can access these services through an extensive network of physical banking offices, dedicated business banking centers, as well as via telephone, online platforms, and automated teller machines (ATMs). As of December 31, 2021, the corporation maintained 688 domestic banking locations across New York, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Connecticut, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Additionally, it operates a full-service commercial banking office in Ontario, Canada. M&T Bank Corporation, established in 1856, has its corporate headquarters situated in Buffalo, New York.
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 43.7% 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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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 May 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since May 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.