Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom (FALQX) - Questionable
Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom (FALQX) 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
- FALQX is an ETF. Individual stock screening does not apply to ETFs — review the fund's underlying holdings for Shariah compliance.
Financial Ratios
About Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom
The fund invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities whose interest is free from federal income taxes, including the federal alternative minimum tax. In addition, under normal market conditions, it invests at least 80% of its total assets in securities that pay interest free from the personal income taxes, if any, of Alabama. The fund also may invest up to 35% of its total assets in municipal securities issued by U.S. territories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom (FALQX) stock halal to invest in?
According to AAOIFI Shariah screening standards, Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom (FALQX) is currently classified as Questionable. This is based on both business activity and financial ratio screening.
Does Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom have any interest income?
Interest income data for Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom is factored into the financial ratio screening under AAOIFI standards.
What guidelines are used to determine if FALQX stock is Shariah-compliant?
FALQX 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 Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
Franklin Alabama Tax-Free Incom'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.

