Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc.

NATR: Is Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. Halal?

Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc.

NASDAQConsumer DefensiveUS

$21.33

+1.57%

Market Cap: 375.1M

Compliance Status

Doubtful

Screened on Jul 17, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

B+

Good

74Score

Is Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (NATR) halal? Doubtful. Based on AAOIFI screening, Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. passes the business activity screen but has financial ratios approaching AAOIFI limits with a compliance score of 74/100 (Grade: B+).

Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Well clear of the limit

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

5.0% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

You may own NATR, with caution

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

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About Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc.

Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. is a natural health and wellness enterprise that primarily manufactures and distributes a wide array of nutritional supplements and personal care products. The company's operational reach spans several continents, including Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America. Its comprehensive nutritional offerings cater to general well-being, providing support for blood sugar regulation, bone density, cellular vitality, cognitive sharpness, joint mobility, mood balance, sexual wellness, sleep quality, athletic performance, and visual acuity. Additionally, it supplies specialized products for immune support, cardiovascular health, and digestive function, alongside solutions for weight management. In the personal care segment, their product line includes items such as essential oils and lotions, aloe vera gels, botanical shampoos, herbal skin treatments, dental care products like toothpaste, and skin cleansing formulations. These goods are sold under the company's proprietary Nature's Sunshine and Synergy WorldWide brands, primarily through an extensive network of independent sales consultants. Established in 1972, the organization is headquartered in Lehi, Utah.

Sector: Consumer Defensive · Industry: Packaged Foods

Why This Stock Is Doubtful

  • Interest-bearing deposits are 25.0% of market cap, only 5.0 points below the 30% 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 Jul 17, 2026

Compliance History

  1. Doubtfulnow

    since Jul 2026

  2. Halal

    until the change above

  3. Doubtful

    until the change above

  4. Halal

    until the change above

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

Fiscal: Q1 2026Data source: EDGAR
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (NATR) halal to invest in?
Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (NATR) 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 Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. get a B+ compliance rating?
Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (NATR) received a grade of B+ (Good) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 5.0% (limit 30%); interest-bearing deposits of 25.0% (limit 30%); prohibited income of 0.14% (limit 5%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc.'s Shariah verdict?
Nature's Sunshine Products, 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 Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc. (NATR) 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: Jul 17, 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.