Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares (NVOH) - Questionable
Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares (NVOH) 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
- NVOH is an ETF. Individual stock screening does not apply to ETFs — review the fund's underlying holdings for Shariah compliance.
Financial Ratios
About Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares
The series, under normal circumstances, invests at least 95% of its net assets in American Depositary Receipts (“ADRs”) of the Novo Nordisk A/S (B Shares) (the “Company”). The series will not invest directly in the company. The fund is non-diversified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares (NVOH) stock halal to invest in?
According to AAOIFI Shariah screening standards, Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares (NVOH) is currently classified as Questionable. This is based on both business activity and financial ratio screening.
Does Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares have any interest income?
Interest income data for Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares is factored into the financial ratio screening under AAOIFI standards.
What guidelines are used to determine if NVOH stock is Shariah-compliant?
NVOH 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 Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
Novo Nordisk A/S B Shares'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.

