Why this keeps happening
Verdicts with no reasoning
A green tick you cannot interrogate is not information you can act on.
Screeners disagreeing
Different standards use different debt thresholds and denominators.
Stale data
Ratios move with market capitalisation, so a verdict from last quarter may no longer hold.
How to fix it
- 1
Check the business activity first
Core revenue from non-compliant sectors ends the analysis immediately.
- 2
Read the debt ratio
Interest-bearing debt against market capitalisation, under the threshold your standard sets.
- 3
Check non-compliant income
Small incidental income is usually tolerated up to a limit, with purification.
- 4
Note which standard was applied
A verdict is only meaningful alongside the standard behind it.
How our approach compares
| Capability | Shariah Signal | Typical alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Shows the underlying ratios | Always | Rarely |
| Names the standard used | Yes | Often unstated |
| Purification estimate | Indicative figure | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Why do two screeners disagree on the same stock?
They apply different standards — chiefly different debt thresholds and different denominators. Neither is a mistake.
Is this financial or religious advice?
No. It is an information tool. For rulings specific to your circumstances, consult a qualified scholar or advisor.