HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I (HIWS.L) - Questionable
HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I (HIWS.L) 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
- HIWS.L is an ETF. Individual stock screening does not apply to ETFs — review the fund's underlying holdings for Shariah compliance.
Financial Ratios
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I (HIWS.L) stock halal to invest in?
According to AAOIFI Shariah screening standards, HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I (HIWS.L) is currently classified as Questionable. This is based on both business activity and financial ratio screening.
Does HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I have any interest income?
Interest income data for HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I is factored into the financial ratio screening under AAOIFI standards.
What guidelines are used to determine if HIWS.L stock is Shariah-compliant?
HIWS.L 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 HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I'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.
How can I stay updated on HSBC ETFS PLC HSBC MSCI WORLD I's compliance status?
Watch HIWS.L free with a Mizaan account. Watched stocks are re-checked weekly, and any verdict change is dated in the verdict history on this page. Premium members also get an alert when it changes.


