A Steady Hand at the Wheel: Why Halal Investing Requires a Human Touch
Lately, some of our advisors have noticed an interesting shift in our introductory meetings. Clients and prospective clients are increasingly coming into our offices with halal investing screens, portfolio ideas, or Shariah-compliance checklists that are printouts of ChatGPT output or other AI engines. These kinds of tools can be great for learning the basics of […]
Weekly Market Recap – September 21, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks ended last week mixed as investors navigated the Fed’s rate decision, Treasury yields, oil prices, and the volatile AI trade. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 0.09 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index rose 0.72 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.70 percent. Mixed Markets Stocks opened lower to start […]
Weekly Market Recap – September 14, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks fell over a shortened trading week as higher oil prices rattled investors. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 0.80 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index edged down 0.66 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.57 percent. Sluggish Start Stocks fell in response to higher oil prices at Tuesday’s opening bell […]
Why We Filed a Shareholder Proposal at Cisco Systems
At Azzad, being a shareholder isn’t just about owning a piece of a company. It’s about using that ownership stake to ask good questions and push for better disclosure when it matters. This summer, we did exactly that with Cisco Systems, Inc. What We Did On June 17, 2026, Azzad submitted a formal shareholder proposal […]
How to ask your employer for halal 401(K) investment options
One of the first decisions you’ll need to make after accepting a job offer is deciding how you’ll invest your employer plan. These plans are generally funded with pre-tax money and, in many cases, your employer will match your contributions. That’s essentially free money. But most plan providers will offer you a limited menu of […]
Azzad Named to PSN Top Guns List of Best Performing Strategies for Q2 2026
Quarterly PSN Top Guns List published by YCharts identifies best-in-class separate accounts, managed accounts, and managed ETF strategies. Falls Church, Virginia – September 3, 2026 – Azzad Asset Management announced today it has been named to the PSN Top Guns List of best performing separate accounts, managed accounts, and managed ETF strategies for Q2 2026. […]
Weekly Market Recap – August 31, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Markets notched a solid gain over a shortened trading week as investors cheered ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index rose 1.77 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index advanced 2.12 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 1.97 percent. Q2 Ends with Fireworks Stocks opened higher to […]
Weekly Market Recap – August 24, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks declined last week as global investors fretted about oil-supply-induced inflation. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 1.43 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index slid 2.05 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.85 percent. Bond Yields Up, Stocks Under Pressure Bond yields spiked at the start of the week, putting a […]
Weekly Market Recap – August 17, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks were mixed over a sleepy summer week, as cooling inflation lifted markets while sluggish retail sales nipped at investor sentiment. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index added 0.36 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index edged up 0.14 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slid 0.56 percent. Third Straight for S&P 500 Stocks […]
Weekly Market Recap – August 10, 2026
Azzad MarketWeek Stocks bolted ahead last week as investors cheered the last big week of Q2 corporate reports and a Friday jobs update that put the spotlight on the Fed’s next move with short-term rates. The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 3.57 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite Index gained 5.19 percent. The Dow Jones […]
