Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Verizon Communications Inc. 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 Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 18, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/VZ
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 VZ
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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VZ: Is Verizon Communications Inc. Halal?
Verizon Communications Inc.
$44.79
+0.88%
Market Cap: 186.1B
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About Verizon Communications Inc.
Verizon Communications Inc. operates as a prominent global provider of diverse communication, technology, information, and entertainment solutions, catering to individuals, enterprises, and government entities worldwide through its various divisions. Its Consumer segment focuses on individual customers, supplying a broad spectrum of mobile service options, including both subscription-based (postpaid) and pay-as-you-go (prepaid) plans. This segment also facilitates internet access for portable devices such as laptop computers and tablets, and offers a variety of wireless hardware, ranging from smartphones and traditional mobile handsets to advanced wireless-enabled gadgets like tablets and smartwatches. Additionally, it delivers essential residential fixed connectivity services, which encompass internet, television, and voice communication. Verizon also extends its network capabilities by providing access to mobile virtual network operators. As of December 31, 2021, this segment reported approximately 115 million wireless retail connections, 7 million wireline broadband connections, and 4 million Fios video connections. The company's Business segment is dedicated to providing enterprise-level solutions. It offers comprehensive network connectivity products, including private networking, private cloud integration, virtual and software-defined networking, and high-speed internet access services. This segment further delivers sophisticated internet protocol-based voice and video communication tools, unified communications and collaboration platforms, and specialized customer contact center solutions. Beyond core connectivity, it provides a suite of managed services and data security offerings. Its extensive portfolio also covers domestic and international voice and data services, such as calling, messaging, conferencing, advanced contact center functionalities, and dedicated private line and data access networks. Moreover, the Business segment furnishes customer premises equipment, along with essential installation, maintenance, and on-site support services, and a wide array of Internet of Things (IoT) products and services. By December 31, 2021, this segment had approximately 27 million wireless retail postpaid connections and 477 thousand wireline broadband connections. Verizon Communications Inc. was incorporated in 1983 and holds its corporate headquarters in New York, New York. The company, which was originally known as Bell Atlantic Corporation, officially adopted its current name in June 2000.
Sector: Communication Services · Industry: Telecommunications Services
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 88.8% 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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Compliance History
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since Jun 2026
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until the change above
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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.