ProShares Bitcoin ETF (BITO) - Questionable
ProShares Bitcoin ETF (BITO) is classified as Questionable according to AAOIFI Shariah screening standards. This assessment is based on business activity screening and financial ratio analysis using the AAOIFI methodology.
Business Activity Screen
- Sector
- ETF
- Industry
- Exchange-Traded Fund
- Result
- Doubtful
- Reason
- BITO is an ETF. Individual stock screening does not apply to ETFs — review the fund's underlying holdings for Shariah compliance.
Financial Ratios
About ProShares Bitcoin ETF
The fund adviser seeks to achieve its investment objective primarily through managed exposure to bitcoin futures contracts. The fund does not invest directly in bitcoin. The fund adviser will generally hold its bitcoin futures contracts during periods in which the value of bitcoin and bitcoin futures are flat or declining as well as during periods in which the value of bitcoin or bitcoin futures is rising. It is non-diversified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ProShares Bitcoin ETF (BITO) stock halal to invest in?
According to AAOIFI Shariah screening standards, ProShares Bitcoin ETF (BITO) is currently classified as Questionable. This is based on both business activity and financial ratio screening.
Does ProShares Bitcoin ETF have any interest income?
Interest income data for ProShares Bitcoin ETF is factored into the financial ratio screening under AAOIFI standards.
What guidelines are used to determine if BITO stock is Shariah-compliant?
BITO is screened using AAOIFI Standard No. 21, which involves two checks: business activity screening (ensuring the company's core business is permissible in Islam) and financial ratio screening (checking debt, interest income, and cash ratios against defined thresholds). AAOIFI is the most widely recognized standard for Islamic finance.
How often is ProShares Bitcoin ETF stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
ProShares Bitcoin ETF's compliance status is reviewed whenever new financial data becomes available, typically after quarterly or annual earnings reports. Market cap changes can also affect financial ratio screening results. Mizaan refreshes screening data periodically to reflect the latest filings.

