Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) - Halal (Shariah-Compliant)
Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is classified as Halal (Shariah-Compliant) 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
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- Result
- Doubtful
- Reason
- This company requires further review: the industry "Restaurants" has mixed revenue streams that require further analysis. The sector "Consumer Cyclical" is not categorically excluded, but deeper analysis is recommended.
Financial Ratios
- Debt Ratio
- Value: 21.7% | Threshold: 30% | Result: Pass
- Cash & Interest-bearing Securities Ratio
- Value: 3.6% | Threshold: 30% | Result: Pass
- Non-Permissible Income Ratio
- Value: 0.3% | Threshold: 5% | Result: Pass
Dividend Purification
Purification percentage: 0.30%.Based on the company's financial statements, approximately 0.30% of dividend income should be donated to charity for purification. This is derived from identified interest income (0.30% of total income). Some scholars may differ on the exact calculation method.
About Starbucks Corporation
Starbucks Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a roaster, marketer, and retailer of coffee internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America, International, and Channel Development. Its stores offer coffee, tea, and other beverages, roasted whole beans and ground coffees, complementary food, packaged coffees, single-serve products, and ready-to-drink beverages; and various food products, such as pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch items. The company also licenses its trademarks through licensed stores, and grocery and foodservice accounts. The company offers its products under the Starbucks Coffee, Teavana, Seattle's Best Coffee, Ethos, and Starbucks Reserve brands. Starbucks Corporation was founded in 1971 and is based in Seattle, Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) stock halal to invest in?
According to AAOIFI Shariah screening standards, Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is currently classified as Halal (Shariah-Compliant). This is based on both business activity and financial ratio screening.


