Does Islamic finance say we can invest in credit card companies?
We all need a reminder every now and then about how halal investing works. Here’s a quick refresher. In a nutshell, halal investing touches on avoiding investment in the following: Interest, or ribaSpeculation (gharar) and uncertainty (maysir)DebtCompanies with unethical lines of business That last point–avoiding companies with unethical lines of business–includes most conventional financial services […]
Weekly Market Recap – February 10, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks posted modest losses last week as tariff deals, January jobs data, and Q4 corporate reports injected volatility into markets. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index slipped 0.24 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index lost 0.53 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.54 percent. Tariffs, Q4 Reports, and Jobs On Monday, stocks opened […]
Weekly Market Recap – February 3, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks were mixed last week as investors parsed market-moving news nearly every trading day—from an unsettling AI update to White House news to Q4 corporate reports. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index fell 1.00 percent while the Nasdaq Composite Index slid 1.64 percent. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose, picking up 0.27 […]
2025 State of the Company and Market Outlook
In this presentation, you’ll learn how the company and markets fared in 2024 as well as how things are shaping up for 2025. The material, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are solely those of the presenter and may not be reflective of those held by Azzad Asset Management. The presentation is provided for […]
Weekly Market Recap – January 13, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks rallied last week as investors reacted positively to a handful of better-than-expected corporate earnings reports and developments out of Washington, D.C. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index gained 1.74 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index added 1.65 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 2.15 percent. Flurry of News Markets surged over the […]
Weekly Market Recap – January 13, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks fell for the second consecutive week as a round of fresh economic data stoked inflationary fears among investors. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 1.94 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index dropped 2.34 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 1.86 percent. Inflation Stymies Markets Stocks rallied broadly to start the […]
Weekly Market Recap – January 6, 2025
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks edged lower last week despite a powerful end-of-week rally. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index lost 0.48 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index slid 0.51 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.60 percent. The MSCI EAFE Index, which tracks developed overseas stock markets, dropped 0.90 percent. Selling Then Buying Stocks were […]
5 Financial Resolutions to Start 2025 on the Right Foot
The beginning of a new year is a great time to commit toward improving your financial life. Do you have an old 401(k) that’s riddled with haram holdings, but haven’t found the time to correct it? Perhaps you’re busy working hard only to feel like your savings going nowhere. Is your financial life so chaotic […]
Weekly Market Recap – December 30, 2024
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks notched a slight gain over the holiday week. A tech-driven rally in the first half of the week was clawed back in the second half as investors took profits following the market holiday. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 0.67 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rose 0.76 percent. The Dow […]
Islamic Estate Planning: A Guided Discussion
Discover the importance of Shariah-compliant estate planning and learn how to safeguard your family’s financial future. Join our panelists for a comprehensive webinar that explores the intricacies of Islamic estate planning. Held in conjunction with halal estate planning firm Shariawiz, this webinar will delve into real-world case studies to illustrate how Shariah-compliant principles can be […]
