Compliance Status
Doubtful
Screened on Oct 17, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Good
Is Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NATH) halal? Doubtful. Based on AAOIFI screening, Nathan's Famous, Inc. passes the business activity screen but has financial ratios approaching AAOIFI limits with a compliance score of 73/100 (Grade: B+).
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HalalScreener rates Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NATH) Doubtful, 73/100, grade B+ under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 17, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/NATH
Business activity
Its main business is permissible, with some incidental non-compliant revenue.
Company debt
Well clear of 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
You may own NATH, with caution
Its numbers sit close to AAOIFI limits. Cautious investors may prefer alternatives or ask a scholar first.
Purification amount is Pro
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NATH: Is Nathan's Famous, Inc. Halal?
Nathan's Famous, Inc.
$101.90
Market Cap: 417.6M
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About Nathan's Famous, Inc.
Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NATH) operates primarily within the foodservice sector, encompassing both direct operations and an extensive licensing model. The company manages and licenses out restaurant locations operating under the iconic Nathan's Famous banner, while also distributing a wide array of products featuring their well-known trademarks across numerous retail and commercial outlets. A significant portion of their business revolves around licensing agreements. These arrangements empower other entities to manufacture, market, and sell Nathan's Famous branded goods. This includes refrigerated consumer packages of items like hot dogs, sausages, and corned beef, along with other prepared meat products, all destined for resale through major retail channels such as supermarkets, grocery stores, mass merchandisers, and club stores. Further expanding its reach, Nathan's Famous also grants licenses for: the bulk production of hot dogs and sausages specifically for the broader foodservice industry; the supply of their signature natural casing and skinless hot dogs in bulk for use within their own restaurant network; the creation of proprietary spice blends; and the manufacturing and distribution of complementary items like sauerkraut, pickles, French fries, and onion rings for retail. Moreover, licenses extend to a range of frozen appetizers such as miniature bagel dogs, franks-in-a-blanket, mozzarella sticks, and various other hors d'oeuvres, which are distributed via club stores, supermarkets, and a host of other food retailers. Beyond licensing, the company directly supplies its Nathan's brand items to foodservice operators and distributors. Additionally, it offers fish fillets under the Arthur Treacher's brand. As of March 27, 2022, the company's restaurant footprint included four establishments directly owned and operated within the New York City metropolitan area, alongside 239 franchised locations spanning 18 U.S. states and 12 international territories. Established in 1916, Nathan's Famous, Inc. maintains its headquarters in Jericho, New York.
Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Restaurants
Why This Stock Is Doubtful
- Business activity: the company's own filing confirms revenue from an activity AAOIFI treats as prohibited but does not disclose its share, so it cannot be shown to be under the 5% limit.
Stocks are marked Doubtful when financial ratios pass but approach AAOIFI thresholds. Consider consulting a qualified scholar for a definitive ruling.
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Business Activity Screen
Share not disclosedChecks if the business is involved in prohibited activities (alcohol, gambling, pork, conventional banking, etc.)
The company's own filing names this revenue but does not say how large it is, so it cannot be shown to be under the AAOIFI 5% limit. The verdict stays Doubtful until the company discloses a figure. The percentage shown is an estimate for purification only.
- •Serves alcoholic beverages; their share of revenue is not disclosed
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Source: the company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended 2026-03-29, which names this revenue without a figure. View its filings on SEC EDGAR
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
Compliance History
Doubtfulnow
since Sep 2026
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.