Quad/Graphics, Inc.

QUAD: Is Quad/Graphics, Inc. Halal?

Quad/Graphics, Inc.

NYSEIndustrialsUS

$8.32

+0.85%

Market Cap: 428.7M

Compliance Status

Not Halal

Screened on Jul 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21

F

Non-Compliant

0Score

Is Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Quad/Graphics, Inc. passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).

Business activity

What the company sells is permissible.

Passed

Company debt

Over the limit

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

88.0% of 30.0% limit

What this means for you

Most scholars advise not holding QUAD

It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.

See halal alternatives from the same sector further down this page

About Quad/Graphics, Inc.

Quad/Graphics, Inc. is a global provider that offers a diverse array of marketing solutions. The company operates through two main divisions: its United States Print and Related Services segment, and an International segment. Their extensive printing capabilities encompass a wide range of products, including promotional inserts for retail, various publications such as catalogs, magazines, journals, and newspapers, as well as direct mail pieces, directories, in-store marketing materials, product packaging, bespoke printed items, and other specialized commercial print products. They also manage the procurement of paper. Beyond printing, Quad/Graphics provides a comprehensive suite of marketing and support services. These include generating consumer insights, precise audience targeting, content personalization, strategic media planning and placement, process optimization, full campaign planning and execution, pre-media production, videography, photography, multi-channel content delivery (both digital and print), and logistics management. Additionally, the company manufactures its own printing ink. Quad/Graphics serves prominent "blue chip" corporations across numerous sectors, alongside retailers, publishers, and direct marketers, addressing the needs of both businesses and end consumers. The company was founded in 1971 and its corporate headquarters are located in Sussex, Wisconsin.

Sector: Industrials · Industry: Specialty Business Services

Shariah Compliance Status

AAOIFI Standard 21Updated Jul 18, 2026

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.

Fiscal: Q1 2026Data source: EDGAR
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) halal to invest in?
Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) is rated Not Halal under AAOIFI Standard 21 screening. It fails either the business activity screen (primary involvement in prohibited sectors such as conventional banking, alcohol, or gambling) or one of the quantitative financial ratio thresholds. Muslim investors should avoid or exit this position.
Why did Quad/Graphics, Inc. get a F compliance rating?
Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) received a grade of F (Non-Compliant) based on three AAOIFI Standard 21 financial ratios: debt-to-market-cap of 88.0% (limit 30%); interest-bearing deposits of 14.8% (limit 30%); prohibited income of 0.00% (limit 5%). The grade reflects the margin of safety across all three ratios relative to their thresholds.
What could change Quad/Graphics, Inc.'s Shariah verdict?
Quad/Graphics, 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 Quad/Graphics, Inc. re-screened for Shariah compliance?
Quad/Graphics, Inc. (QUAD) 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 18, 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.