Weekly Market Recap – May 4, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks advanced last week as investors moved past stalled progress in Middle East peace talks and refocused on corporate earnings. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 0.91 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index climbed 1.12 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average moved up 0.55 percent. April: Best Month in Five Years for […]
A Three-Step Approach to Hajj Planning
Each year, the plains of Arafat welcome millions of Hajj pilgrims whose voices unite in prayer. For many of us, this journey represents a profound yearning, a spiritual transformation unlike any other. And through our extensive experience in working with Muslim families across America, we’ve learned that while the desire to undertake Hajj is deeply […]
Consistency Builds Barakah
Consistency is one of the most overlooked drivers of both financial success and spiritual growth. In the Islamic tradition, it is also one of the most powerful. When applied to how we invest, save, and give, consistency doesn’t just build wealth—it builds barakah, or divine blessings. The Prophet ﷺ taught, as narrated by Aisha bint […]
Azzad Asset Management Files Shareholder Proposal at Meta Seeking Independent Review of Human Rights Due Diligence
Falls Church, VA — Azzad Asset Management announced today that it has filed a shareholder proposal with Meta for consideration at the company’s 2026 Annual General Meeting. Proposal 7 on the proxy statement calls on Meta’s Board of Directors to commission and publish an independent report assessing the effectiveness of the company’s human rights due […]
Tax Planning vs. Tax Filing: What Most Investors Miss
Weekly Market Recap – April 20, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks rallied last week as investor enthusiasm built for an end to the war in the Middle East and hopes of a resumption of normal global trade. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 4.54 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index picked up 6.84 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 3.19 […]
Weekly Market Recap – April 13, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Hope won out over fear last week as investors set their sights on a Middle East ceasefire holding and optimistic prospects for the Strait of Hormuz reopening. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 3.56 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index picked up 4.68 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 3.04 percent. […]
Weekly Market Recap – April 6, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks rose over the short trading week on fresh hopes for a quick end to the Middle East conflict, while March job growth was unexpectedly strong. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index picked up 3.36 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index gained 4.44 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 2.96 percent. Stocks […]
Navigating Market Uncertainty: Strategies for Weathering the Storm
The S&P 500 recently came close to a correction after weeks of hostility in the Middle East. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq entered correction territory. While geopolitics is often a significant factor in market volatility, the uncertainty around the duration of conflict, along with the potential for a prolonged period of higher energy prices, have heightened investor […]
Weekly Market Recap – March 30, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks ended a challenging week lower as investors’ attention shifted from updates on ceasefire talks to concerns about the economic impact of a protracted conflict. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index lost 2.12 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index fell 3.23 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 0.90 percent. The MSCI EAFE […]
