SFTBY: Is SoftBank Group Corp. Halal?
SoftBank Group Corp.
$20.09
Price as of Sep 16, 2026
Market Cap: 228.9B
Screened on a market cap of 35.1T
Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Sep 16, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is SoftBank Group Corp. (SFTBY) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, SoftBank Group Corp. passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates SoftBank Group Corp. (SFTBY) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Sep 16, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/SFTBY
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
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 SFTBY
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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About SoftBank Group Corp.
SoftBank Group Corp. operates as a global telecommunications provider, delivering its services both within Japan and across international markets. Its diverse operations are structured into five key divisions: Investment Business of Holding Companies, SoftBank Vision Funds, SoftBank, Arm, and Latin America Funds. The company offers a comprehensive suite of communication solutions, including mobile, broadband, and fixed-line services, in addition to retailing mobile devices. Beyond its core telecom activities, SoftBank is involved in various digital and technological endeavors. These span internet advertising (covering marketing and distribution), e-book distribution, the development and management of fashion e-commerce platforms, direct-to-consumer sales of stationery, and the conceptualization and engineering of mobile robotic systems. Furthermore, SoftBank Group specializes in the design of microprocessor intellectual property (IP) and related technologies, markets software tools, and participates in the renewable energy sector through the generation, supply, and sale of electricity, along with offering associated services. Its extensive portfolio also includes alternative investment management, mobile payment systems, platforms for PC software downloads, and banking services. The firm provides solutions and support for online businesses, distributes digital content such encompassing video, voice, and data, and engages in the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of IT-related products and services, alongside managing investment funds. Uniquely, SoftBank Group owns and operates a professional baseball team and the ITmedia information website. It is also responsible for managing and maintaining its baseball stadium and other sports facilities, and oversees the planning and operation of the e-commerce websites ZOZOTOWN, ZOZO, and ZOZOBASE. Originally founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1981, the company was initially known as SoftBank Corp. It officially adopted its current name, SoftBank Group Corp., in July 2015.
Sector: Communication Services · Industry: Telecommunications Services
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 74.0% 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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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
Compliance History
Not Halal, unchanged since Jun 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
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.