Newsmax, Inc. (NMAX) - Questionable
Newsmax, Inc. (NMAX) 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
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Broadcasting
- Result
- Doubtful
- Reason
- This company requires further review: the industry "Broadcasting" has mixed revenue streams that require further analysis. The sector "Communication Services" is not categorically excluded, but deeper analysis is recommended.
Financial Ratios
- Debt Ratio
- Value: 1.2% | Threshold: 30% | Result: Pass
- Cash & Interest-bearing Securities Ratio
- Value: 12.9% | Threshold: 30% | Result: Pass
- Non-Permissible Income Ratio
- Value: 3.7% | Threshold: 5% | Result: Pass
Dividend Purification
Purification percentage: 3.72%.Based on the company's financial statements, approximately 3.72% of dividend income should be donated to charity for purification. This is derived from identified interest income (3.72% of total income). Some scholars may differ on the exact calculation method.
About Newsmax, Inc.
Newsmax Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a television broadcaster and multi-platform content publisher in the United States. It operates through two segments, Broadcasting and Digital. The Broadcasting segment produces and licenses news, business news, and lifestyle content for distribution through cable television systems, direct broadcast satellite operators, and telecommunication companies. This segment also provides programming services through Newsmax and Newsmax2, which offer 24/7 television news and informational programming channels through cable and digital streaming platforms; and World at War that offers 24/7 historical documentaries and movies. The Digital segment offers online advertising services, such as online display, email advertising, other online placements, and print advertisements; subscriptions, including a collection of specialized health and financial newsletters, Newsmax Magazine, and online membership programs; and sells nutraceutical and nonfiction books on political, financial, and health-related topics. Newsmax Inc. was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.

